2026 EESI LLM Graduate Fellow

Location White Plains, NY, 10603,United States Job Category All Students (including Federal Work Study) Employee Type Student Description Pace University’s Elisabeth Haub School of Law is hiring an EESI Graduate Fellow. The Fellow will work part-time in the Environmental Enforcement Study Institute (EESI) within the Pace | Haub Environmental Law Program, while working towards an LL.M in Environmental Law. About the Pace | Haub Environmental Law Program Since 1978, Pace University’s Elisabeth Haub School of Law has provided an internationally acclaimed environmental legal education. Our dedicated faculty have been pioneers in developing and implementing environmental law and continue to serve as national and world leaders in the field. Our alumni work in law firms, government agencies, corporations, nonprofit organizations, and law schools and universities across the country and around the world. We offer more than 40 environmental law courses. Our students can research cutting-edge areas of the law through our on-campus Global Center for Environmental Legal Studies, Pace Energy & Climate Center, Land Use Law Center for Sustainable Development, Food Law Center, the Sustainable Business Law Hub, and the Environmental Enforcement Study Institute. Students can choose from unparalleled prospects to develop their skills internationally and through on-the-job practical externships. We are the only top environmental law program that is about forty minutes away by train from New York City and two hours away by air from Washington, DC, providing students with easy access to outstanding practice opportunities. This position runs from October 2026 to August 2027. Set weekly hours (17-20) are required throughout the duration of the appointment. Compensation Full-tuition waiver for LLM degree Modest stipend ($17.00 - 18.75/hour) Location - White Plains, NY (Westchester County; 35 minutes north of Grand Central by train) Pace is committed to achieving completely equal opportunity in all aspects of University life. Applications are encouraged from people of color, individuals of varied sexual and affectional orientations, individuals who are differently-abled, veterans of the armed forces or national service, and anyone whose background and experience will contribute to the diversity of the law school. Responsibilities will be varied and may include: Working with the director of the Environmental Enforcement Study Institute on all aspects of the program Research related to the intersection of environmental and criminal law Writing, particularly support in drafting an environmental crimes manual Collaboration with scholars, prosecutors, and others involved with the Environmental Enforcement Study Institute Program planning and implementation (with support from Environmental Law Program staff) such as convening participants for panels and conferences Other projects and duties as assigned Requirements Qualifications Candidate for the LL.M in Environmental Law degree at Elisabeth Haub School of Law Strong academic qualifications Excellent professional and communication skills Strong writing ability Excellent organizational and administrative skills A demonstrated interest in environmental law (defined broadly) Summary Start Date (flexible) This position runs from October 2026 to August 2027. Set weekly hours (17-20) are required throughout the duration of the appointment. About the Institution Ranked in the top 9% of private US colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment, Pace University transforms the lives of its diverse students—academically, professionally, and socioeconomically. Currently, the University enrolls more than 13,000 students in more than 150 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. Pace University is at the forefront of creating opportunity. Through the convergence of strong academics, experiential learning, and dedicated advising, Pace University empowers its students and positively impacts its communities. AA/EEO Statement Pace University is committed to achieving full equal opportunity in all aspects of University life. Pursuant to this commitment, the University does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived sex, gender or gender identity; race; color; national origin; religion; creed; age; disability; citizenship; marital or domestic partnership status; sexual orientation or affectional status; genetic predisposition or carrier status; military or veteran status; status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking; or any other characteristic protected by law federal, state or local law, rule or regulation. Annual Security Report Notice Pace is committed to ensuring the safety and security of the students, faculty, staff and visitors to the University. In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University’s Safety and Security department publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which can be accessed here . The report contains information on security policies as well as crime and fire statistics for the University. Additional Information Compensation Type Hourly Salary Range $17.00 - 18.75/hour Work Mode Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr Pace-University