Summer 2026 Internal Events Intern

Job Description

Job Title: Summer 2026 Internal Events Intern

Organization: Earthjustice

About Earthjustice:
Earthjustice is the nation’s leading environmental law organization, leveraging the power of law and strategic partnerships to protect people’s health, preserve magnificent places and wildlife, advance clean energy, and combat climate change. Their mission is driven by a passion for justice, inclusion, partnership, and excellence, seeking diverse perspectives and backgrounds to achieve their goals and maintain an inclusive, respectful environment for all staff. Earthjustice operates under the belief that “the Earth needs a good lawyer.”

Internship Purpose:
The Internal Events team at Earthjustice is seeking an undergraduate student who shares a passion for justice and a healthy environment to support the planning of the organization’s October 2026 Litigation Training Conference. This will be a significant 400-person, multi-day, in-person event for Earthjustice’s litigation teams.

Key Responsibilities (What You’ll Do):
Under the supervision of the Internal Events Planner, the intern will:

• Support the design and logistics of various in-person and hybrid activities, including:
  • Networking events
  • Giving-back and fundraising initiatives
  • Wellness and recreational activities
• Collect presentation materials from speakers.
• Answer event attendees’ questions.
• Track inventory and expenses related to the event.
• Schedule and coordinate volunteers.
• Identify and coordinate with a range of vendors, such as:
  • Caterers
  • DJs (e.g., for karaoke)
  • Massage therapists or other wellness vendors
  • The event venue
• Draft various communications, including:
  • Information about wellness programs
  • Accessibility details
  • In-app notifications

Please note that other duties may be assigned as part of the job’s requirements.

Internship Details:

• Duration: 12 weeks, between early-June through early-September 2026.
• Work Schedule: Ideally 22.5-37.5 hours/week. The schedule may be shifted if classes start before the internship ends.
• Location:
  • Remote: From anywhere in the U.S.
  • Hybrid: From Earthjustice’s San Francisco, CA office.
• Supervision: The intern will be supervised by the Internal Events Planner.

Qualifications (What You’ll Bring):

• Education: Currently enrolled in a college/university program (must be an undergraduate student during spring 2026 and fall 2026).
• Technical Skills:
  • Working knowledge of online research.
  • Proficiency in MS Office programs.
• Key Attributes:
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Great interpersonal skills, including:
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Good listening abilities.
    • Ability to troubleshoot issues.
  • Enjoys learning and working in team settings.
  • Demonstrated commitment to Earthjustice’s core 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 perform document review.

Compensation:
Interns at Earthjustice receive an hourly rate which is considered taxable income. The summer 2026 hourly rate for undergraduate students is $19.18.

To Apply:

• Application Deadline: 5:00 PM PT on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
• Submission Method: Via Jobvite. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required Materials:
  1. Resume.
  2. One-page Cover Letter addressing the following points:
     1. Why you want to work with Earthjustice’s Internal Events team.
     2. Your general weekly availability and confirmation of your ability to work for 12 weeks between early-June and early-September 2026.
     3. Your preference for either a remote (U.S.) or hybrid-from-San Francisco work schedule.
     4. An indication of any applicable deadlines or requirements relevant to your ability to accept an offer.
  3. Additional Documents (select “Add Files” in Jobvite): Proof of enrollment in your academic program (e.g., verification from your registrar’s office, unofficial transcript).
• References: Finalists will be asked to submit 2 references.

Application Timeline:

• Applications will be reviewed beginning February 19, 2026.
• Offers will be extended no later than March 27, 2026.

Additional Information:

• Information about Earthjustice’s hiring process and tips for success can be found at https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process.
• For technical difficulties submitting your application, please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org.
• No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies will be accepted.
• Earthjustice only considers applications submitted for current openings via Jobvite. Unsolicited resumes or resumes for posted positions not submitted via Jobvite will not be reviewed or retained.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Earthjustice is committed to employment practices that ensure equal opportunities for employees and applicants regardless of 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 unrelated to the position.

Fair Chance Ordinances:

• San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
• Los Angeles: Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.