- Legal internship opportunity with the Department of Environmental Conservation for Spring 2025 - In-person work with the option for remote work - Utilizing Office 365 applications, including Microsoft Teams and SharePoint - Conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, attending meetings, and receiving feedback from supervising attorneys - Number of hours worked per week will vary based on school field placement requirements
Job Requirements:
- Preferred standing of 3rd year law student, minimum standing of 2nd year law student - Degree concentrations in various fields such as agricultural studies, business administration, environmental studies, health services, and more
Job Responsibilities:
- Conducting legal research using online resources and treatises - Drafting legal documents, including memoranda of law, motions, and letters - Attending Pre-Hearing Conferences and internal meetings with other attorneys and technical staff - Organizing discovery documents for enforcement cases and permit hearings - Generating letters to respondents or permittees
Organization Overview:
The Department of Environmental Conservation is responsible for protecting New York State's natural resources and enforcing environmental laws and regulations. The Office of General Counsel provides legal support to the agency and is involved in a wide range of environmental issues and regulations.
Skills Needed:
- Strong legal research skills - Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities - Excellent writing skills
Location:
Albany, NY
Logistical Information:
- Position is unpaid - 10-19 hours per week, depending on school field placement requirements - 1 intern needed for Spring 2025
Application Process:
At this time, all Spring 2025 internship positions have been filled. Only those students who have received and accepted an offer should apply to this posting once instructed to do so.
To apply for this legal internship, candidates must be a 2nd or 3rd year law student with a concentration in a relevant field. Interested candidates can apply through the organization's website or by following instructions from the internship offer.
Join our team and gain valuable experience in environmental law with our legal internship program. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to work with the Department of Environmental Conservation in Albany, NY. Apply now!
