Application Guide

How to Apply for Summer 2026 Internal Communications Internship

at Earthjustice

🏢 About Earthjustice

Earthjustice is unique as the nation's premier nonprofit environmental law organization, using the power of the courts to enforce environmental laws and protect communities from pollution and climate change. Working here means contributing directly to landmark legal battles that shape environmental policy, offering a chance to be part of a mission-driven team fighting for a healthier planet.

About This Role

This internship involves supporting Earthjustice's internal communications platform, Atlas, by drafting guidance materials, posting updated policies, and maintaining departmental information to ensure staff have clear, consistent resources. It's impactful because effective internal communication enables Earthjustice's legal teams to operate efficiently and stay aligned on critical environmental justice work.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start by reviewing Atlas for policy updates to draft, then collaborating with the Internal Communications Program Manager to refine guidance materials. You could spend time posting departmental information, responding to ad-hoc requests to update Atlas fields, and ensuring all content is accurate and accessible to support Earthjustice's remote staff.

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🎯 Who Earthjustice Is Looking For

  • A sophomore or junior (enrolled fall 2026) in communications, journalism, or a related liberal arts field with a passion for environmental justice.
  • Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail in writing and editing, crucial for drafting clear policies and guidance on Atlas.
  • Shows collaborative experience in team settings and explicitly aligns with Earthjustice's core values: Justice, Excellence, Inclusion, and Partnership.
  • Has practical experience with MS Office Suite and an interest in internal systems or content management platforms.

📝 Tips for Applying to Earthjustice

1

Highlight any experience with internal wikis, intranets, or content management systems (like Atlas or similar platforms) in your resume.

2

Tailor your application materials to show how your communication skills support team collaboration and mission alignment, not just technical ability.

3

Research Earthjustice's recent legal cases (e.g., climate litigation, clean air/water suits) and mention one that inspires you in your cover letter.

4

If you have coursework or projects in policy writing, internal communications, or environmental studies, explicitly connect them to the role's drafting and guidance responsibilities.

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Emphasize your availability for a remote US internship and your ability to work independently while staying connected to a distributed team.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Explain why Earthjustice's mission resonates with you, linking it to your academic or volunteer experiences in environmental or social justice.", 'Provide a specific example of your written communication skills, such as drafting guidelines, policies, or collaborative documents.', "Describe how you've demonstrated attention to detail in past projects, like editing content or managing information systematically.", 'Mention your ability to adapt to ad-hoc tasks and support team needs, referencing any relevant experience in dynamic environments.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore Earthjustice's 'Our Work' section to understand their key legal areas (e.g., climate change, biodiversity, healthy communities).
  • → Review their 'About Us' page to internalize their values and how they describe their organizational culture.
  • → Look up recent press releases or blog posts to see how they communicate victories or ongoing cases internally and externally.
  • → Familiarize yourself with terms like 'environmental justice' and 'legal advocacy' as used in Earthjustice's context.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach drafting a clear policy update for Atlas to ensure all staff understand new procedures?
2 Describe a time you collaborated with a team to manage or organize information—what was your role and what was the outcome?
3 How do Earthjustice's values (Justice, Excellence, Inclusion, Partnership) influence your work style or career goals?
4 What experience do you have with MS Office Suite, and how have you used it to improve communication or documentation?
5 How would you handle collecting and posting standard information about departments while ensuring accuracy and consistency?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention Earthjustice's mission or the specific internal communications focus of the role.
  • Overlooking the requirement to be a sophomore or junior in fall 2026—double-check your enrollment dates align.
  • Failing to provide concrete examples of written communication or collaborative work in your application materials.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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