Job Details

Spring / Summer 2026 Legal Intern

Oakland, CA / Washington, DC

Job Activities Include But Are Not Limited To:

• Conduct legal research and factual investigation.
• Prepare written memoranda, public records requests, and draft other legal documents.
• Research prospects for new litigation, including factual and legal claims.
• Assist in the review of legal documents, instruments, and other material.
• Attend court appearances (depending on cases assigned).
• Work on discovery (depending on cases assigned).

The Successful Candidate Must Have The Following Skills And Experience:

• Currently a JD candidate.
• Exceptional writing, research, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks and adhere to deadlines.
• Committed to evolution. You are committed to continuously deepening and evolving your own understanding of systems of oppression through study, openness, and humility. And you easily recognize your own relationship to privilege and power, examining and shifting your behaviors as appropriate.
• Uplifting and additive. You see mistakes as opportunities for growth; problems as catalysts for solutions, and inspire others along the journey. You carry a constructive approach, can-do attitude, a sense of humor, and authentic kindness wherever you go.

$18 - $20 an hour

The hourly rate for this position is $18-$20 / hour depending on location. Academic credit is available, depending on your school's policy.

This is a category 99, non-exempt, non-represented, temporary position. Sierra Club is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization. Sierra Club employees are not eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

Sierra Club values the expertise and talents of foreign nationals. Sierra Club sponsors both nonimmigrant and immigrant visas when certain criteria are met, based on immigration laws and organizational needs.

To Apply

Please upload your resume and law school transcript with school names and school locations redacted. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.