2026 Midwest Regional Clerkship
Earthjustice · Non Profit
About this internship
Earthjustice is hiring a 2026 Midwest Regional Clerkship in Chicago, Illinois, for a 10-week, on-site summer 2026 role. This paid position offers $1,320 per week and is intended for candidates who will be enrolled in a U.S. law school through fall 2026 (not graduating before December 2026). Summer law clerks must work from the U.S. during the clerkship.
Qualifications
Required
- Candidates must be enrolled in a U.S. law school through fall 2026 (i.e., not graduating before December 2026)
- Be available to commit ten weeks during summer 2026
- Summer law clerks must work from the U.S. during their clerkship
Nice to have
- Ability to commit to an on-site, 10-week schedule in Chicago during summer 2026.
- Strong legal research and writing skills suited to a nonprofit legal environment.
- Professional communication skills for working with attorneys, staff, and other stakeholders.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational habits for managing multiple assignments.
- Interest in public interest or nonprofit legal work, aligned with Earthjustice’s mission-driven setting.
How to stand out (TUN tip)
Before applying, confirm you’ll remain enrolled in a U.S. law school through fall 2026 and can work from the U.S. for the full 10 weeks on site in Chicago. Use the link to review the student opportunities page and tailor your materials to this Midwest regional clerkship.