Job Opportunities

• Columbia Climate School Postdoctoral Research Program, Columbia University — New York, NY: Conduct interdisciplinary research on climate and sustainable development, including climate justice and equity. Applicants generally must have received a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. within three years before the appointment begins. The annual salary is $72,116, with a $7,000 research stipend. Apply by October 30, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET. 
• Renewable Energy Legal Defense Initiative Fellowships, Sabin Center for Climate Change Law — New York, NY: Support communities pursuing renewable-energy projects through research, legal advocacy, and public engagement. Two positions are listed: an early-career fellowship for applicants with 0–3 years of legal experience, paying $80,000–$95,000, and a fellowship for applicants with 2–5 years, paying $85,000–$100,000. Both require a J.D. or LL.M. Rolling applications; advertised October 2026 start.
• Climate Law Fellow, 2027–2028, Sabin Center for Climate Change Law — New York, NY: Research climate law and support mitigation and adaptation advocacy. Requires a J.D., equivalent degree, or LL.M. Salary: $80,000–$95,000. One-year appointment beginning September 2027, with possible renewal. Apply by January 15, 2027; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
• Fall 2026 Law-Student Internships, Sabin Center for Climate Change Law — Columbia Law School: Opportunities include a Climate Litigation Internship and two Renewable Energy Legal Defense Initiative internships, supporting research and legal databases. These unpaid positions are restricted to Columbia Law students, require 10–15 hours weekly, run through December, and are eligible for pro bono hours. Rolling applications.
• Associate Attorney, Community Partnerships Program, Earthjustice — Los Angeles, CA, hybrid: Work with frontline communities disproportionately affected by pollution, including hazardous waste and toxic air emissions. Applicants should have 0–3 years of legal experience and California Bar admission; applicants awaiting July 2026 Bar results are encouraged to apply. Salary: $108,200–$120,700. Rolling applications until filled; October 16, 2026, priority-review date. Expected January 2027 start.
• Senior Attorney, Fossil Fuels, Earthjustice — New Orleans, LA, hybrid: Lead litigation challenging oil and gas infrastructure threatening communities and the climate, particularly in Louisiana and Texas. Requires at least six years of litigation experience and Louisiana Bar admission or eligibility. Salary: $147,100–$189,400. At least two office days weekly are required. Currently accepting applications.
• Senior Attorney, Enforcement, Earthjustice — Any Earthjustice office, hybrid: Develop and litigate cases holding polluters accountable for violations of federal environmental laws, working with affected communities and partners. Requires a J.D. and at least eight years of complex litigation experience. Salary ranges from $158,600–$222,800 depending on location and experience. Two office days weekly are required. Currently accepting applications,

Last updated: October 14, 2026.