Spring 2027 Science Internship – Washington, DC Regional Office

About the Role

Earthjustice's Washington, DC Regional Office is seeking one part-time spring 2027 science intern. We are seeking graduate 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. or a hybrid schedule from our Washington, DC office. Earthjustice's Washington, DC Regional Office serves both as a regional office for issues arising in the mid-Atlantic states and as a center for litigation on important national environmental issues. The DC office's docket currently includes matters related to air quality, greenhouse gases, drinking water, energy efficiency, science defense, and promoting a transition to zero-emission transportation systems.

What You'll Do

Under the supervision of the Sr. Staff Scientist and Sr. Research and Policy Analyst, the intern may have the opportunity to:

• Contribute comment letters to federal agencies
• Develop factsheets for community partners
• Write blog posts
• Prepare internal memos summarizing research
• Conduct data analysis
• Engage with Congressional members and staffers

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program with an expected graduation date no earlier than May 2027
• Priority will be given to those with a background in environmental science, biology, chemistry, engineering, public health, or a related field
• Experience with and/or have taken courses on environmental health topics (e.g., epidemiology, toxicology, human health risk assessment)
• 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
• Must commit to 15 hours/week for 10-12 weeks

Pay

The spring 2027 hourly rate for graduate students is $27.66.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following materials by Friday, September 18 at 5:00pm PT via Jobvite. 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 Washington, DC Regional Office, (2) Your general weekly availability and confirmation you can work for 10-12 weeks, 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) Writing sample of up to 10 pages that illustrates the applicant's ability to analyze an environmental issue. 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. Please reach out to [email protected] if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies.