Law and Climate Policy Fellow
Acadia Center
Law and Climate Policy Fellow
Acadia Center
Non-profit clean-energy research and advocacy
Acadia Center · Rockport, United States (Remote) · Temporary · Posted 2026-10-28
Salary: USD 8,000–13,000
Workplace: remote
Department: Programs
Acadia Center is seeking motivated law students to apply for its Roger E. Koontz Fellowship in Law and Climate Policy. The Koontz Fellow will work with Acadia Center staff - attorneys, policy experts, researchers, and communications professionals - on legal projects that directly advance the organization's work. Depending on the assignment, the Fellow may have the opportunity to meet with policymakers, attend public meetings, and engage in coalition interactions. Projects will be assigned based on skills and interests and could encompass one or more of the following areas of focus:
Applicants should be currently enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school and have completed at least one full year of law school in good standing before the fellowship begins. Demonstrated interest in environmental, energy, administrative, or public-interest law is preferred. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills are required.
The Fellow will work under the supervision of a licensed attorney. Applicants should submit a résumé, cover letter, law-school transcript, and writing sample.
The Koontz Fellow position is fully remote, though there may be possibilities for in-person connections near Acadia Center staff locations in Rockport, ME; Boston, MA; Providence, RI; Hartford, CT; and New York City.
The fellowship is expected to run full-time for 8-10 weeks in June, July, and August and can be structured as full or flex time. Acadia Center will provide a stipend of up to $8,000-$13,000 (full-time level), depending on factors such as educational level, background experience, and schedule.
Applicants are encouraged to seek support from other school or work support programs, such as those offered by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA).
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What does the company do? Acadia Center is a non-profit organization that researches energy issues and advocates for policies that promote clean energy and lower carbon emissions. It works to build economies that are clean, affordable, and friendly to consumers. How does its product work? The center gathers reliable information through research and analysis, then uses advocacy and collaboration with policymakers, businesses, and communities to push for specific energy policies. Its problem-solving combines data, policy ideas, and partnerships to implement changes. How is it different from competitors? It stands out by combining solid data analysis with broad, multi-stakeholder advocacy and practical policy solutions aimed at protecting consumers, advancing low-carbon energy, and collaborating across groups rather than pushing ideas in isolation. What is its goal? To accelerate the transition to a clean energy future that is affordable and benefits both people and the environment.
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