Center for Biological Diversity
Non-profit • Charity • Environmental
Center for Biological Diversity is a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection of endangered species and wild places. The organization works on various programs including conserving carnivores, addressing climate change, and advocating for environmental health and justice. They also engage with international efforts concerning the oceans and sustainable population and urban development. The Center actively campaigns for legal protections for species and habitats, aiming to reduce threats such as habitat destruction and pesticide use, while raising public awareness and encouraging action to save life on Earth.
Law Clerk – Summer 2026
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November 1
Center for Biological Diversity
Non-profit • Charity • Environmental
Center for Biological Diversity is a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection of endangered species and wild places. The organization works on various programs including conserving carnivores, addressing climate change, and advocating for environmental health and justice. They also engage with international efforts concerning the oceans and sustainable population and urban development. The Center actively campaigns for legal protections for species and habitats, aiming to reduce threats such as habitat destruction and pesticide use, while raising public awareness and encouraging action to save life on Earth.
📋 Description
• Research and draft legal memoranda to inform litigation and conservation advocacy; • Research and draft filings and petitions (e.g., notices of intent to sue, complaints, briefs, regulatory petitions); • Draft formal comments in response to federal, state, and local agency proposals; • Assist with interviewing experts; • Investigate new matters; • Collaborate with coalitions and partners; • Advocate orally before federal, state, and local agencies (as opportunities arise); • Observe court arguments and hearings (as opportunities arise); • Assist with preparing creative media and educational materials for campaigns (as opportunities arise); • Complete other project work outside of the program as needed to meet changing organizational priorities. • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
🎯 Requirements
• Must be a student entering 2L, 3L, or LLM courses in Fall 2026. • Strong research and writing skills. • Comfort with independent and self-motivated work. • Familiarity with environmental and administrative law preferred. • Background in environmental or biological studies or related experience preferred. • Full-time commitment preferred.
🏖️ Benefits
• 403(b) plan. • Paid sick days accrue at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. • Relaxed work atmosphere and dress code.
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