Summer 2026 Science Internship – International Program

Under the supervision of the Staff Scientist:

• Conduct discrete research for administrative comments and appeals, litigation, and campaign materials on energy projects and regulations.
• Draft broader, long-term research memos on key emerging technical, economic, and/or policy issues within the energy transition.

This role contributes to Earthjustice's mission by analyzing scientific and technical knowledge to develop analyses for legal challenges to fossil fuel projects, helping protect people's health, preserve places and wildlife, advance clean energy, and combat climate change through environmental law.

• Was enrolled in a graduate environmental science (or related field) studies program during spring 2026 and will continue enrollment in the program through fall 2026.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and comfort navigating and learning new tools.
• Outstanding research skills, including ability to conduct scientific literature reviews and basic quantitative data analyses.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex information to various audiences.
• Demonstrated commitment to Earthjustice's values of Justice, Excellence, Inclusion, and Partnership.

Interns at Earthjustice receive an hourly rate that is considered taxable income. The summer 2026 hourly rate for graduate students is $27.39. The internship is full-time at 37.5 hours/week for 10 weeks.

Earthjustice is the nation's leading environmental law organization that wields the power of law and partnership to protect people's health, preserve places and wildlife, advance clean energy, and combat climate change. The International Program partners with legal organizations globally to establish, strengthen, and enforce legal protections for the environment, climate, and public health.