Spring 2027 Public Affairs & Communications Internship

Earthjustice is the nation's leading environmental law organization. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health, preserve magnificent places and wildlife, advance clean energy, and combat climate change. We are here because the Earth needs a good lawyer.  

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 maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. 
 
Earthjustice’s Public Affairs & Communications (“PAC”) team is accepting applications for two part-time interns for spring 2027. We are seeking undergraduate students who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. This is a paid position, and the successful candidate may work remotely within the U.S.   

The PAC team works closely with attorneys, policy staff, clients, and coalition partners to develop and implement strategic communications to support litigation and legislative advocacy in Earthjustice’s docket and build Earthjustice’s profile. The internship is designed as a structured learning opportunity that empowers the intern to apply communication skills, produce written materials, and gain practical experience in climate and public-interest communications.  

 
What You’ll Do 

Under the supervision of the Public Affairs & Communications Team Manager:   

• Support the development and implementation of communications campaigns. 
• Draft materials like press releases, media advisories, reporter pitches, op-eds, and more.  
• Track news stories related to climate and energy issues and produce media reports on narrative trends, emerging risks, and opportunities.  
• Proactively share insights and briefings on message testing, polling, research, and more.  
• Collaborate across Earthjustice’s communications department, and work in partnership with coalitions and legal experts. 

Please note that the above serves as a guideline and that other duties may be assigned as part of the job’s requirements. 

What You’ll Bring 

• Enrolled in a college/university program as a sophomore, junior, or senior during spring 2027.  
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and comfort navigating and learning new tools. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.  
• Excellent attention to detail.  
• Demonstrated commitment to Earthjustice’s values of Justice, Excellence, Inclusion, and Partnership.  
• Must commit to 15-18 hours/week.  

Compensation: 

Interns at Earthjustice receive an hourly rate that is considered taxable income. The spring 2027 hourly rate for undergraduate students is $19.61.   

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit the following materials by Friday, September 18 at 5:00pm PT via Jobvite. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed beginning September 21 with offers extended no later than November 13.      

• Resume. 
• One-page cover letter that addresses: (1) Why you want to work with Earthjustice’s PAC team, (2) Note the number of hours, or a reasonable estimate, you will be able to work each week, and (3) An indication of any applicable deadlines or requirements that are relevant to your ability to accept an offer. 
• Additional Documents (select “Add Files” in Jobvite): (1) Proof of enrollment in your academic program (e.g., verification from your registrar’s office, unofficial transcript), and (2) A 1-3-page writing sample, preferably a press release. Please include a cover page indicating the extent to which your writing sample reflects edits and feedback from others as well as whether artificial intelligence was used in the drafting or editing of your writing sample. 
• Finalists will be asked to submit 2 references. 

Information about our hiring process and tips for success can be found at https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process. Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org 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.  

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 or any other factor that is not related to the position. 

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. 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.