REMOTE PAID INTERNSHIP: Apply for the Spring 2026 Community-Centered Advocacy Internship

Are you passionate about environmental justice and ready to gain valuable experience with a leading environmental law organization? Earthjustice’s Litigation & Advocacy Partnership (LAP) team is seeking a dedicated intern for Spring 2026, offering a unique opportunity to combine your academic pursuits with hands-on experience in environmental advocacy.

About Earthjustice

As the nation’s premier nonprofit environmental law organization, Earthjustice has been at the forefront of environmental protection since 1971. With offices spanning from Anchorage to Washington, D.C., the organization takes on precedent-setting cases nationwide, protecting public health, preserving natural spaces, advancing clean energy initiatives, and combating climate change. Their motto says it all: “The earth needs a good lawyer.”

Role Overview

• Part-time internship position (15-20 hours/week)
• Flexible work arrangement options:
  • Remote work within the United States
  • Hybrid schedule from any Earthjustice office location
• Competitive compensation:
  • Graduate students: $27.39/hour
  • Law students: $35.20/hour

Key Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the LAP Director and Deputy Director, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Collaborate with legal and policy staff on partnership-focused projects
• Coordinate community and stakeholder engagement activities
• Organize and participate in national, state, and local conferences
• Support the Quarterly Partnership Speaker Series
• Develop and enhance the Earthjustice Partnership Toolkit
• Create educational materials focused on environmental justice
• Conduct research on partnership trends and advocacy strategies
• Assist with website content management

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Current enrollment in graduate studies or law school (1L, 2L, or 3L status during Spring 2026)
• Strong research, writing, organizational, and communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Passion for public interest law and social justice
• Commitment to strengthening partnerships with environmental justice communities
• Proficiency in MS Office programs

Preferred backgrounds include:

• Environmental policy or studies
• Civil rights
• Environmental justice
• Sociology
• Social work
• Community organizing

Application Process

To apply, submit the following materials through Jobvite by September 3, 2025 (5:00 PM PT):

1. Current resume
2. Cover letter (one page) addressing:
   • Reasons for wanting to join the LAP team
   • Additional relevant information not covered in your resume
   • Available weekly work hours
   • Any relevant deadlines or requirements

This internship represents a unique opportunity to combine your academic pursuits with meaningful work in environmental justice. By joining Earthjustice’s LAP team, you’ll contribute directly to strengthening partnerships between legal professionals and environmental justice