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The Yale Center for Environmental Law & Policy (YCELP), a collaborative initiative between Yale Law School and the Yale School of the Environment, pioneers innovative and analytically rigorous approaches to environmental decision-making across disciplines and scales. Beyond conducting cutting-edge research, the Center serves as a vibrant hub for fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration on environmental law and policy issues-from local to global contexts-across the Yale campus. 

YCELP seeks an individual to help advance this agenda and shape the future of environmental law and policy through groundbreaking research, meaningful collaborations, and transformative educational opportunities.

The YCELP Intern will work closely with the Faculty Director of the Center to provide substantial research, writing, and program support for his research, teaching, writing, and public engagement, as well as YCELP’s work including the Environmental Performance Index, Global Commons Stewardship Index, Yale Initiative on Sustainable Finance, Remaking Global Trade Project, and other projects.

The position will allow someone to refine their research, analytical, and writing skills, advance subject‑matter expertise, engage with policy makers and academic experts, and contribute to high‑impact projects that inform global environmental policy. The position will receive structured mentorship and hands‑on research experience across the spectrum of issues addressed by the Center.

The candidate must be able to succeed in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines. The ideal candidate will bring knowledge of and keen interest in environmental law and policy.

Position Objectives

• Receive individual mentorship from the YCELP Faculty Director and senior staff, focused on developing expertise in environmental law and policy analysis.

• Engage in structured training through participation in workshops, seminars, Center meetings, and collaborative working sessions.

• Build skills in policy engagement, including opportunities to observe or assist with briefings, events, and interactions with policy makers and practitioners.

• Develop a portfolio of research and writing suitable for publication or future professional use.

• Gain exposure to interdisciplinary research environments across Yale and the world.

Position Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Faculty Director, the Intern will:

• Facilitate communication between the Faculty Director, Center staff, and external partners, including supporting outreach and engagement efforts, meeting logistics, and other administrative duties, as required.

• Conduct substantive research on environmental law, policy, and sustainability topics; contribute to analytical work associated with projects.

• Draft, edit, and proofread research papers, policy briefs, journal articles, and other scholarly or applied writing.

• Contribute to the development of high‑quality written materials and support the editorial process from concept to production.

• Support public engagement efforts by assisting with background research, preparation of talking points, event coordination, and other tasks related to public appearances or outreach.

• Manage special projects, including designing and developing communication strategies for special projects.

• Serve as coordinator and executor for a range of internal and external partners, including scheduling and other administrative functions.

• Contribute to design, organization, and maintenance of websites.

• Responsible for project planning, execution, communication, and logistics.

• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure successful project completion within time and budget constraints.

• Support faculty director in using technological tools to streamline organization effectiveness, including supporting implementation of new tools to improve email inbox management, YCELP communications strategies, event logistics, and programmatic needs.

• Perform other research‑related, programmatic, and administrative duties, including supporting faculty director with public engagement preparation and logistics.

Required Skills & Abilities

1. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with multiple stakeholders with strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and lead operational-focused projects.

2. Effective multitasking and time management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines and robust research skills and ability to find, analyze, and synthesize materials in a comprehensive and systematic manner. 3. Exceptional writing and communication skills, with interest in developing a professional network and research portfolio with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced, and rapidly changing environment.

4. Ability to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams and external policy partners

5. High-level attention to detail with knowledge of-and keen interest in-environmental law and policy, international trade, or related sustainability topics.

Preferred Education

1. Bachelor’s degree with an environment / sustainability focus.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Supports and coordinates a range of academic programs. 2. Works on various programs throughout the year; including researching and writing of highly confidential material and working with other departments within the University. 3. Interacts with faculty, students and staff within and outside of the University. 4. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date

05/21/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Associate (00)

Salary Range

$39,300.00 - $292,125.00

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff Fixed Duration (Fixed Term)

Work Model

Hybrid

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through  their hiring department.

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