Environmental Law Institute, Washington, DC
Job Description/Main Duties
The Fellowship Program empowers rising environmental lawyers from developing countries to tackle complex environmental problems. It reduces financial barriers, provides mentorship, and fosters leadership and creativity so fellows can conduct research that engages and informs the public and policymakers. The Fellowship is based in
Washington, D.C.
Fellows will have the opportunity to conduct legal research, analysis, writing, and editing on a focused project and explore a wide variety of ongoing and short-term research projects at ELI. Fellows will be fully integrated into ELI’s research and policy team, and as such will be expected to work on-site in ELI’s office.
Two fellowships will be available for 2025 for a duration of up to three months. Fellowships will consist of:
- Mentorship from ELI’s senior staff;
- Opportunities to participate in educational workshops, seminars, and conferences offered by ELI;
- High-level networking opportunities; and
- A desk at ELI’s office in Washington, D.C.
Eligibility and Selection
- Completion of a legal degree (LLB, JD, SJD, or LLM equivalent) prior to start of fellowship.
- Preference will be given to candidates from developing countries.
- Ability to communicate in English in a professional environment.
Legally authorized to travel to and volunteer in the United States for the entire duration of the fellowship. For information on authorization requirements, visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website (https://www.uscis.gov/). Please note that ELI is unable to sponsor visas for fellowship applicants.
Successful applicants will be environmental lawyers in the early stages of their career who show promise as leaders. They embody Jim Rubin’s dedication to environmental protection law and policy, community engagement, and access to justice. They will be committed to research excellence and possess the ability to bring clarity to complex issues.
Candidates should be:
- Early in their career, preferably within five years of graduating with their legal degree.
- Interested in building thought- and practical management skills.
- Show promise and a commitment to excellence.
- Possess exceptional research, writing, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Have a strong desire to gain knowledge of the environmental field.
- Focused, independent, reliable, and meticulous
Salary: Each Fellow is eligible for a one-time travel and accommodation stipend (up to $7,500).
Closing date: February 28, 2025
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