LEGAL INTERN - SUMMER 2026

Overview

The Center for Climate Integrity (CCI) seeks a legal intern to support the organization’s work to help communities hold oil and gas corporations accountable for the massive costs of climate change.

This full-time, remote internship will run from the end of May to August 2026 with flexible start and end dates. CCI will provide a monthly stipend of $3,000 (prorated as applicable). Interns should expect to work 35-40 hours per week on a regular schedule agreed upon with their supervisor for a period of at least 10 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal and factual research, writing and analysis. 
• Prepare legal memorandums and briefs in support of climate and plastics liability litigation under attorney supervision.
• Monitor and track developments in U.S. law and policy that have implications for climate and plastics liability litigation.
• Cite-check and proofread legal documents to ensure accuracy and proper citation format.
• Attend and observe meetings, conferences, and court proceedings, and participate in internal team meetings (virtual).

Required Qualifications

• Completion of at least one year of law school from an accredited institution
• Demonstrated commitment to corporate accountability as well as environmental and climate justice
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Ability to effectively manage your own time and work independently
• Problem solver with an entrepreneurial approach
• Commitment to working as part of a nimble, mission-driven team

Technology Requirements

CCI is an all-remote organization, and interns will need to arrange for some of their own infrastructure and tools, including a personal computer and workspace with reliance internet connection.

About the Center for Climate Integrity

Founded in 2017, our mission is to empower communities and elected officials with the knowledge and tools they need to hold oil and gas corporations accountable for decades of lying about climate change. Through strategic campaigns, communications, and legal support, we ensure that the fossil fuel industry pays its fair share of the massive costs of climate damages. Learn more at climateintegrity.org.

Compensation and Benefits

• $3,000 per month stipend, paid at the end of each month and prorated as applicable
• Supervision and mentoring from the Legal Team
• Letter of recommendation upon successful completion of the internship

Conditions of Employment

Although this is a remote position, all applicants must live and work in the U.S.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CCI is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. People of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and women and non-binary people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application

Please submit cover letter, resume, writing sample, and two references via our online application by April 20, 2026.

Founded in 2017, the Center for Climate Integrity's mission is to empower communities and elected officials with the knowledge and tools they need to hold oil and gas corporations accountable for decades of lying about climate change. Through strategic campaigns, communications, and legal support, we ensure that the fossil fuel industry pays its fair share of the massive costs of climate damages. For more information, visit our website at www.climateintegrity.org.