Job: Cavers Internship Program

Jobing Description

Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) has been protecting New England s environment for over forty years. CLF advocates use law, science and economics to create innovative strategies to conserve natural resources, protect public health and promote healthy communities in our region. CLF seeks law students who are interested in dedicating a summer to advance cutting edge legal strategies and policy solutions.

Cavers interns are paired with an experienced attorney in one of our four program areas focusing on clean air, clean energy and climate change; clean water; ocean conservation; or transportation and environmental justice. Over the course of the summer, interns support CLF s mission by researching legal issues and drafting documents ranging from internal strategy memos to public comments and portions of motions and briefs. Interns have the opportunity to meet with high level state and federal agency officials and work with other environmental organizations, local activist groups, and environmental justice communities in New England.

This program was created to honor the memory of David Cavers, a strong supporter of CLF. David worked with CLF from 1981 until his death in November of 2000. As a Director, he was integral in steering the organization through many of the tough battles that led to the prominence it enjoys today. During his time at CLF, David took great satisfaction in mentoring law students and preparing them for careers as effective environmental advocates.

The Cavers Internship requires a commitment of 12 weeks of full time work and includes a stipend.

Although CLF only provides funding for summer law clerks through the Cavers program, a limited number of additional unpaid internship positions may be available law students not seeking funding.

Acceptance of applications will begin November 1, 2011 and end on February 1, 2012. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

How To Apply: Your email header should state your Name and Cavers Internship.

Please send the following documents to Human Resources at internships@clf.org