U.S. Fall Legal Internship - Remote

Overview

This internship offers law students the opportunity to gain practical experience in legal research and advocacy, focusing on human rights and environmental protection.

In Short

• Internship based in Washington D.C. with remote work available anywhere in the U.S.
• Unpaid position with potential for course credit.
• Available to law students who can receive course credit.
• Full-time or part-time for at least 10-12 weeks during the fall semester.
• Involves legal research, writing, and program support.
• Must have at least one year of U.S. legal training.
• Participation in projects related to litigation and legal advocacy.
• Integration into ERI’s U.S. legal team.
• Strong commitment to human rights and environmental law.
• Application deadline is July 15, 2026.

Requirements

• Commitment to serving vulnerable communities.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish.
• Experience in human rights or environmental protection fields.
• Strong interpersonal and cultural competency skills.
• Experience working with diverse cultures.
• A positive attitude.

Benefits

• Gain practical legal experience.
• Work with a leading organization in human rights and environmental law.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful legal cases.
• Networking opportunities with legal professionals.
• Potential for course credit through your law school.