2020 Fall Law Clerk

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2020 Fall Law Clerk

The clerk will advance environmental protections at the federal, state, and local levels under the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and other federal and state environmental laws. The clerks duties will include legal research related to environmental, administrative, and information-collecting statutes and regulations, review of pollution permits and data, and production of legal memoranda, public comments, litigation documents, and issue-focused reports. Should preferably have completed at least one year of law school and have a strong interest in environmental advocacy. Should preferably have background or coursework in environmental/administrative law and a demonstrated commitment to environmental protection and/or non-profit advocacy. Previous experience with the Clean Air Act and/or the Clean Water Act, developing or litigating cases, commenting on or challenging permits or rules, policy analysis, media outreach, and/or coalition building would also be helpful. Should be able to handle multiple tasks at once and work well with others, and must demonstrate strong writing and analytical skills.

Additional Information

Send cover letter, resume, writing sample, law school transcript (unofficial is fine), and three references.

Company info

Environmental Integrity Project
Sylvia Lam
1 Thomas Circle Suite 900
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20005
Website : http://www.environmentalintegrity.org/