Institute for Policy Integrity Legal Fellowship 2027

Overview

The Institute for Policy Integrity Legal Fellowship 2027 is a two-year position focused on regulatory policy, based at the New York City office. The Institute for Policy Integrity is a non-partisan think tank housed at the New York University School of Law, concentrating on U.S. energy and environmental policy with an emphasis on climate change. Legal fellows collaborate with economists, lawyers, and policy analysts on scholarly research, drafting legal submissions, and advocating for reform.

Who can apply

Candidates must hold a J.D. with superior academic achievement and possess zero to three years of legal experience. While not required, value is placed on clerkships, litigation experience, legislative experience, or advanced degrees in relevant disciplines.

What you get

The annual base salary range for the role is $88,000 to $104,000. New York University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off and retirement contributions, alongside partial relocation assistance. Fellows also gain access to academic enrichment opportunities at NYU School of Law, including scholarly forums, faculty workshops, and colloquia.

Requirements

Selected individuals may handle diverse projects or specialize in specific areas based on background and organizational needs. Duties involve drafting Supreme Court and appellate amicus briefs, preparing formal submissions and regulatory comments for federal and state agencies, advising advocacy organizations on regulatory impact analyses, supervising NYU Law School students in the Regulatory Policy Clinic, and publishing academic articles and op-eds.

How to apply

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter outlining their interest and experience, a resume, law school and undergraduate transcripts, two writing samples of up to 20 pages, a statement under one page addressing diversity and inclusivity perspectives, and the names and contact information of three references. All documentation must be sent via email with the subject line Legal Fellow.

Key dates

Application review commences on November 9, 2026, and will continue on a rolling basis until all open positions are filled.