New York State Office of the Attorney General
Recruitment began on November 25, 2024 and the job listing expires on January 31, 2025.
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Reference No. EPB/SCI_ALB_EXT_UG_SPR_2025
Spring Externship for Graduate & Undergraduate Students | Application Deadline is January 31, 2025*
*Applications will be considered, and students hired on a rolling basis.
The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Environmental Protection Bureau (EPB) in Albany is seeking applications from graduate and undergraduate students for a science/policy externship during the 2025 spring program. 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 public health and the environment.
Students will assist the scientific and policy staff in exploring difficult and groundbreaking environmental and legal issues. Responsibilities include:
* Researching scientific issues using the internet.
* 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.
* Assisting staff in preparing for negotiations with violators of environmental laws.
In addition, students may gain experience working with federal, state, and local government agency staff, non-profit environmental organizations, and experts. The key qualities we look for include a strong background in science, intellectual curiosity, initiative, effective writing and communication skills, and an interest in the quality of our environment.
* The format of this placement is hybrid or remote.
* Hybrid Placements: Students report to their designated workstation two or three (2-3) days per week. On the days students work remotely, they need a reliable computer, a secure internet connection, a phone, and a sufficiently quiet and private workspace to telework.
* Remote Placements: Students telecommute for the duration of their placements.
* At the time students receive and accept an offer, they must provide written documentation from their schools confirming their acceptance into an externship program or an approved independent study.
* Students are encouraged to commit to work part-time (15 hours/week) during regular business hours for at least a semester (10-12 weeks) or the minimum stipulated by their externship or independent study.
* Applications are received online until January 31, 2025, and placement offers are made on a rolling basis.*
* Students who are hired for the spring program may begin their placements on January 22, 2025, or after.
* United States (U.S.) citizenship and New York state residency are not required, but applicants must be eligible to be employed in the U.S.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
The following section provides detailed information about the application process and application requirements. Please review the complete list of instructions prior to preparing and submitting your application materials online.
* Applications for spring externships must be submitted online.
* Applications are accepted online until January 31, 2025, and placement offers are made on a rolling basis.*
* The following five (5) documents must be submitted with your application:
* Cover Letter: Indicate why you are interested in an externship with OAG and what makes you a strong candidate.
* Resume: Ensure your resume is complete and current prior to submitting your application.
* List of three (3) references: Submit only professional references.
* Writing Sample: Submit a paper completed for school or a writing sample that demonstrates your ability to analyze and organize information.
* Course List: Provide a list of relevant courses completed.
If you have questions about a placement with OAG, the application process, or need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov.
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