International Climate Law And Policy Intern

Summary

Join Mercy For Animals as a Climate Law and Policy Intern! This remote, full-time internship (35 hours/week) runs for 10-12 weeks (May-August 2025) and offers law students and recent graduates experience in promoting sustainable food systems. You'll gain valuable skills in research, writing, policy advocacy, and working with international organizations like the UN. The internship involves legal research, drafting policy documents, engaging in advocacy, and tracking policy developments. Compensation is $20/hour. Apply by March 15, 2025.

Requirements

• Standing as a law student or a recent law school graduate
• Coursework in or experience with the UNFCCC, intergovernmental organizations, or international law and policy
• Passion for sustainable food systems, farmed animal protection, or climate advocacy
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Exceptional qualitative research skills
• Ability to coordinate several simultaneous tasks
• Adaptability
• Strong commitment to equality, inclusion, and justice

Responsibilities

• Write and conduct legal research and analysis in an international policy context
• Draft policy briefings, proposals, and comments, including in the UN climate process
• Engage in coalition meetings and international policy advocacy
• Track and analyze policy developments and legislation
• Participate in meetings and conferences as needed

Benefits

Earn an hourly rate of $20