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Southern Environmental Law Center · 2 days ago

2026 Glynn D. Key 1L Summer Fellowship (Paid)

Charlottesville, VA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

The Southern Environmental Law Center is one of the nation’s most powerful defenders of the environment, rooted in the South. They are offering a paid legal internship opportunity for first-year law students to address critical environmental challenges such as climate change, environmental justice, and clean energy.

Environmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringNon Profit

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Completing a project with a distinct environmental justice component

Conducting legal research and analysis on federal and state environmental statutes and regulations

Attend hearings, strategy sessions, client meetings, site visits, and depositions

Engage in environmental policy discussions with government officials and community groups

Attend internal legal team meetings, specialized training sessions, and group outings such as hikes or canoe trips

Qualification

Legal researchLegal writingEnvironmental lawPublic interest commitmentCommunity engagementEquityInclusionCommunication skillsTime management

Required

First-year law student in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school

Strong academic record, demonstrated through undergraduate, law school, or other postgraduate coursework

Excellent legal research and writing skills

Interest in environmental justice or the intersection of environmental law and racial justice. Commitment to a career in public interest is a plus

Experience or commitment to working with communities of color and other vulnerable communities

Ability to manage multiple assignments, communicate effectively with colleagues, and incorporate feedback

Demonstrated commitment to promoting equity and inclusion within their communities and/or the legal profession. We are particularly interested in candidates whose life experiences have shaped their commitment to alleviating and preventing disproportionate burdens on communities of color and lower-wealth communities

A genuine interest in and commitment to helping SELC create and foster a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. You engage in ongoing learning and are eager to contribute to our organizational efforts in this area