Internship Opportunities

ELC hosts interns & externs from law schools , grad schools, and undergraduate programs.

In 2026, we have 3 internship slots for the Spring and 6 for the Summer (Fall 2026 tbd). Additionally, we will consider in-person interns or fellows who can work from our Durango office at any time of year.

Spring interns are typically fully remote though are welcome to work from our office in Durango or connect at events attended by ELC staff around the U.S. or in other countries.

Summer interns are required to spend at least 1-2 weeks working at our Durango office unless circumstances (e.g., difficult visa requirements, financial hardship) make that impossible, and are welcome to work at the office up to the full internship period. We are typically able to find low-cost housing options for the duration of your stay in Durango.

The Spring 2026 application deadline has passed (responses to be sent out by Nov. 19th). If you would be able to do a Spring internship mostly or fully in-person at our office in Durango, Colorado, you may still apply.

The Summer 2026 application deadline is January 30th, 2026 (responses to be sent out by Feb. 23rd).

If you would like to apply for a Summer 2026 internship, send an email with the subject line "summer internship application." Please include a resume/cv and/or LinkedIn profile, as well as a cover letter (1-page max).

As an alternative way to connect with ELC, feel free to check out our free online forum.

Prospective interns are encouraged to take our Earth Law Signature Course.