The Conservation Law Foundation (CLF) sponsors an unpaid year-round internship program in all of our offices, suitable for college undergraduates and graduates, as well as graduate students. Internships provide an exciting opportunity to participate in the work of one of New England's leading environmental advocacy organizations. An environmental intern's work will depend on his or her interests, experience and skills, as well as CLF's current needs. Tasks may include, but are not limited to: research and writing, statistical analysis, website assistance and administrative tasks.

Projects of past interns have included:

• Participation in CLF's Environmental Health and Justice initiative
• Research and statistical presentation on smart growth indicators in New England states versus the rest of the nation
• Research and writing on the location and waste output of nuclear power plants in New England
• Responding to public inquiries through our information line
• Creating advocacy timelines for the CLF website
• Writing articles and profiles for CLF's journal and e-newsletter
• Interns have abundant opportunities to attend court and legislative hearings, participate in stakeholder meetings, and conduct outreach activities. CLF interns are encouraged to participate fully in the life of the organization.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated interest in environmental issues
• previous work experience
• courses in environmental science,environmental policy or related fields

How To Apply:

In order to be considered for an Environmental Internship at the Boston Advocacy Center, please send the following documents to Michelle LaChance, internships@clf.org .

• cover letter
• resume
• contact information for 2-3 references
• transcripts
• writing sample

Please note: The email subject header should state your Name, "Environmental Internship", and the time period for the desired internship (e.g. summer, fall semester).

Your cover letter should describe your interests in CLF as well as the hours that you can commit each week. Applications are accepted at any time and are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Your cover letter should describe your interests in CLF, and please specify the time period for the desired internship (e.g. summer, fall semester) as well as the hours that you can commit each week. Applications are accepted at any time and are reviewed on a rolling basis.

In addition to our Boston office, CLF also has offices in Brunswick, ME; Concord, NH; Providence, RI; and Montpelier, VT. To apply for an Environmental Internship at one of our other offices please send your application directly to the contact listed below. Deadlines, stipend and time requirements may differ from office to office.

Maine:
Conservation Law Foundation
47 Portland Street, Suite 4
Portland, ME 04101

New Hampshire:
Conservation Law Foundation
Attn: Thomas Irwin
27 North Main Street
Concord, NH 03301

Rhode Island:
Conservation Law Foundation
Attn: Tricia Jedele
55 Dorrance Street
Providence, RI 02903

Vermont:
Conservation Law Foundation
Attn: Sandy Levine
15 East State Street, Suite 4
Montpelier, VT 05602