Earthjustice’s Policy &amp; Legislation (“PAL”) team is accepting applications for one part-time intern for spring 2026. We are seeking undergraduate students in their junior or senior year who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. This is a paid position, and the successful candidate will work from our Washington, DC office.&nbsp;Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy, and combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals, and communities to engage in the critical environmental issues of our time and bring about positive change. We are guided by a passionate, ambitious vision for the future for people and our planet. &nbsp;We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer. The Policy and Legislation intern will work with the PAL department, which is comprised of environmental lobbyists and advocates, to protect our courtroom victories from efforts to undo them in Congress and defend and strengthen the same environmental laws Earthjustice enforces in the courtroom. The intern will learn how a non-profit environmental organization weighs in on environmental policy at the federal level and gain considerable insight into congressional procedures, the policy process, environmental nonprofit lobbying and advocacy strategizing, coalition building, and associated communications and outreach. Responsibilities:&nbsp;Under the supervision of the Legislative Assistant:&nbsp;<ul><li>Assist with tracking bills, monitoring appropriate Senate and House Committees, and following executive branch actions on issues of interest to PAL staff.</li><li>Conduct research on issues relevant to the needs of the PAL team and the intern’s interests.</li><li>Attend (virtually or in person) and take notes during Congressional hearings, coalition meetings, weekly department meetings, educational presentations, and other meetings as requested.</li><li>Prepare and disseminate information to PAL staff and Congressional offices as requested.</li><li>Assist with outreach to Congressional and agency offices including making phone calls, drafting email blasts, and joining advocacy meetings.</li><li>Help with the preparation for events sponsored by PAL such as Congressional briefings and advocate fly-ins to DC</li><li>Support advocacy efforts through drafting and editing fact sheets, policy documents, and other collateral.</li><li>Perform administrative tasks as requested.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Qualifications: &nbsp;<ul><li>Enrolled in a college/university program as a junior or senior during spring 2026.</li><li>Possess excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.</li><li>Have working knowledge of online research and MS Office programs.</li><li>Work effectively on a team and be able to drive projects to completion.</li><li>Be willing and able to learn new skills and subject areas.</li><li>Possess a strong interest in environmental and/or social justice issues, Congress, politics and the policymaking process.&nbsp;</li><li>Awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations.</li><li>Commitment of 15-20 hours per week.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>Compensation:&nbsp;Interns at Earthjustice receive an hourly rate that is considered taxable income. The spring ’26 hourly rate for undergraduate students is $19.18. &nbsp;&nbsp;To Apply:&nbsp; Interested candidates should submit the following materials by 5:00pm PT on Friday, September 12, 2025 via Jobvite. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed beginning September 16 with offers extended no later than October 31.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Resume.</li><li>One-page cover letter that addresses: (1) Why you want to work with Earthjustice’s PAL team, (2) The number of hours, or reasonable estimate, you are available to work per week, (3) Confirmation that you can work from the Washington, DC office, and (4) An indication of any applicable deadlines or requirements that are relevant to your ability to accept an offer.</li><li>Additional Documents (select “Add Files” in Jobvite): 1-2 page writing sample. The writing sample can be a policy memo, a research paper or proposal, or any other piece that can display your ability to write on environmental, equity and/or policy topics.</li><li>Finalists will be asked to submit 2 references.&nbsp;</li></ul>Information about our hiring process and tips for success can be found at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process">https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process</a>. Please reach out to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:jobs@earthjustice.org">jobs@earthjustice.org</a>&nbsp;if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. Earthjustice only considers applications submitted for current openings via Jobvite. Unsolicited resumes or resumes for posted positions that are not submitted via Jobvite will not be reviewed or retained.&nbsp;Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, inclusion, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information,&nbsp;or any other factor that is not related to the position.&nbsp;For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people&rsquo;s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals, and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are guided by a passionate, ambitious vision for the future for people and our planet: until justice stands for all, we will never rest. We are here&nbsp;because the earth needs a good lawyer.
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Tallahassee, Miami, Honolulu, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, Chicago, and Washington, D.C.

Spring 2026 Policy & Legislation Internship – Washington, DC

Earthjustice’s Policy &amp; Legislation (“PAL”) team is accepting applications for one part-time intern for spring 2026. We are seeking undergraduate students in their junior or senior year who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. This is a paid position, and the successful candidate will work from our Washington, DC office.&nbsp;Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy, and combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals, and communities to engage in the critical environmental issues of our time and bring about positive change. We are guided by a passionate, ambitious vision for the future for people and our planet. &nbsp;We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer. The Policy and Legislation intern will work with the PAL department, which is comprised of environmental lobbyists and advocates, to protect our courtroom victories from efforts to undo them in Congress and defend and strengthen the same environmental laws Earthjustice enforces in the courtroom. The intern will learn how a non-profit environmental organization weighs in on environmental policy at the federal level and gain considerable insight into congressional procedures, the policy process, environmental nonprofit lobbying and advocacy strategizing, coalition building, and associated communications and outreach. Responsibilities:&nbsp;Under the supervision of the Legislative Assistant:&nbsp;<ul><li>Assist with tracking bills, monitoring appropriate Senate and House Committees, and following executive branch actions on issues of interest to PAL staff.</li><li>Conduct research on issues relevant to the needs of the PAL team and the intern’s interests.</li><li>Attend (virtually or in person) and take notes during Congressional hearings, coalition meetings, weekly department meetings, educational presentations, and other meetings as requested.</li><li>Prepare and disseminate information to PAL staff and Congressional offices as requested.</li><li>Assist with outreach to Congressional and agency offices including making phone calls, drafting email blasts, and joining advocacy meetings.</li><li>Help with the preparation for events sponsored by PAL such as Congressional briefings and advocate fly-ins to DC</li><li>Support advocacy efforts through drafting and editing fact sheets, policy documents, and other collateral.</li><li>Perform administrative tasks as requested.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Qualifications: &nbsp;<ul><li>Enrolled in a college/university program as a junior or senior during spring 2026.</li><li>Possess excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.</li><li>Have working knowledge of online research and MS Office programs.</li><li>Work effectively on a team and be able to drive projects to completion.</li><li>Be willing and able to learn new skills and subject areas.</li><li>Possess a strong interest in environmental and/or social justice issues, Congress, politics and the policymaking process.&nbsp;</li><li>Awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations.</li><li>Commitment of 15-20 hours per week.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>Compensation:&nbsp;Interns at Earthjustice receive an hourly rate that is considered taxable income. The spring ’26 hourly rate for undergraduate students is $19.18. &nbsp;&nbsp;To Apply:&nbsp; Interested candidates should submit the following materials by 5:00pm PT on Friday, September 12, 2025 via Jobvite. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed beginning September 16 with offers extended no later than October 31.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Resume.</li><li>One-page cover letter that addresses: (1) Why you want to work with Earthjustice’s PAL team, (2) The number of hours, or reasonable estimate, you are available to work per week, (3) Confirmation that you can work from the Washington, DC office, and (4) An indication of any applicable deadlines or requirements that are relevant to your ability to accept an offer.</li><li>Additional Documents (select “Add Files” in Jobvite): 1-2 page writing sample. The writing sample can be a policy memo, a research paper or proposal, or any other piece that can display your ability to write on environmental, equity and/or policy topics.</li><li>Finalists will be asked to submit 2 references.&nbsp;</li></ul>Information about our hiring process and tips for success can be found at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process">https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process</a>. Please reach out to&nbsp;<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:jobs@earthjustice.org">jobs@earthjustice.org</a>&nbsp;if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. Earthjustice only considers applications submitted for current openings via Jobvite. Unsolicited resumes or resumes for posted positions that are not submitted via Jobvite will not be reviewed or retained.&nbsp;Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, inclusion, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information,&nbsp;or any other factor that is not related to the position.&nbsp;For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.&nbsp;For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Spring 2026 Policy & Legislation Internship – Washington, DC

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