Attorneys represent federal agencies by preparing and arguing civil and criminal enforcement cases and appeals, and by defending challenged federal agency actions for over 100 federal environmental laws.
Many cases are on the cutting edge of environmental protection.
Prefer students with a special interest in environmental issues and who have taken environment or natural resource law courses. Prefer a minimum tour of four to six weeks. Research, writing and developing drafts on issues related to enforcement of environmental, natural resource, and wildlife protection laws. The Division handles cases ranging from protection of endangered species, to global climate change, to cleaning up the nation's hazardous waste sites. Internships provide unparalleled opportunities to work on novel environmental issues.