The Environmental Protection Bureau (EPB) of the New York State Office of the Attorney General (“OAG”) in New York City is seeking applications from graduate students for a science internship.

The EPB is responsible for enforcing state and federal environmental laws and has the power to file lawsuits on behalf of the State of New York to protect the public health and environment. The Bureau enforces environmental standards and defends State agencies when their regulatory efforts are challenged in court. In addition, the Bureau's attorneys and technical staff investigate and respond to citizen complaints, file lawsuits for public nuisance conditions, prosecute environmental crimes, enforce solid waste laws and prepare reports and brochures on environmental issues.

Interns will assist the scientific and policy staff in exploring difficult and groundbreaking environmental and legal issues. Responsibilities may include researching issues using the internet and, scientific; briefing staff on technical issues and keeping them updated on the most recent developments; drafting reports and fact sheets; procuring technical information and undertaking scientific and data analyses; preparing presentations using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; and assisting staff in preparing for negotiations with violators of environmental laws.

In addition, interns may gain experience working with Federal, State and Local government agency staff, non-profit environmental organizations, and experts. In the past, interns have worked on issues regarding climate change, hazardous and solid waste management, toxic air emissions, public health, sustainability and energy related matters, drinking water quality, wetland management and many others. Interns work closely with the Chief Scientist, the Policy Analyst and other professional staff in the office who work closely with them to provide mentoring, guidance and advice, thereby facilitating learning and performance. The key qualities we look for include a strong background in science, intellectual curiosity, strong initiative, effective writing and communication, and an interest in the quality of our environment.

This is a paid position for 15 hours per week. The candidate selected for this position must be eligible to be employed in the U.S. and a full-time graduate student in good academic standing, as defined by their school. The selected candidate will be hired as a student assistant at the rate of $15.28/hour. Candidates must be available to work for at least a semester.

Applications are being received online. To apply, please click on one of the following link: EPB/SCI_NYC_PUGS_FA/SP_2019-20

Applicants will be taken to the online application page and must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:

List of three (3) references.

Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your candidacy.

If you have questions about a position with the OAG, the application process or need assistance with submitting your application, please contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov.