Fall 2026 Human Resources 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 Human Resources’ Recruitment team is seeking a fall 2026 intern. We are seeking undergraduate students who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. As an intern, you’ll work under the supervision of the Recruiting Operations Manager and Sr. Recruiter and collaborate with members of the broader HR team. The intern will support day-to-day recruiting activities while also assisting with HR projects, gaining insight into how hiring practices, compensation, and effective HR systems come together to support employees and organizational impact.
Earthjustice’s Human Resources’ Recruitment team is seeking a fall 2026 intern. We are seeking undergraduate students who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. As an intern, you’ll work under the supervision of the Recruiting Operations Manager and Sr. Recruiter and collaborate with members of the broader HR team. The intern will support day-to-day recruiting activities while also assisting with HR projects, gaining insight into how hiring practices, compensation, and effective HR systems come together to support employees and organizational impact.
The fall 2026 Human Resources intern is expected to work 12 weeks at 20 hours/week. The successful candidate may work remotely from within the U.S.
What You’ll Do
Under the supervision of Sr. Recruiter and Recruiting Operations Manager:
- Draft job postings in Applicant Tracking System (Jobvite)
- Support administrative aspects of the hiring process, including drafting offer letters and sourcing
- Assist with maintaining accurate recruiting data, documentation, and candidate records
- Assign various required HR trainings for staff and assist with HR reports
- Assist with HR projects as needed
- Participate and observe in team meetings, as appropriate
What You’ll Bring
- Enrolled in a college/university program with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and May 2029.
- Working knowledge of MS Office programs.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Great interpersonal skills – strong written and verbal communication skills, good listener, and able to troubleshoot issues.
- Enjoys learning and working in team settings.
- Demonstrated commitment to Earthjustice’s values of Justice, Excellence, Inclusion, and Partnership.
Physical Requirements:
This role may require the ability to:
- Sit for extended periods with occasional standing and walking
- Type, file, and/or handle office equipment
- Lift and carry materials
- Read documents, conduct computer work and document review
Compensation:
Interns at Earthjustice receive an hourly rate that is considered taxable income. The current hourly rate for undergraduate students is $19.18 and reflects our current fiscal year structure, which will refresh on July 1, 2026, subject to Board approval.
To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following materials by 5:00pm PT on Friday, May 15, 2026 via Jobvite. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed beginning May 18 and offers extended no later than July 8.
- Resume.
- One-page cover letter that addresses: (1) Why you want to work with Earthjustice’s Human Resources team, (2) Your general weekly availability and confirmation you can work for 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): Proof of enrollment in your academic program (e.g., verification from your registrar’s office, unofficial transcript).
- Finalists will be asked to submit 2 references and clear conflicts and background checks.
Information about our hiring process and tips for success can be found at https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process. Please reach out to [email protected] 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.