Careers at Earthjustice
At Earthjustice, we are driven by a passion for justice — for people and for the environment. As the premier nonprofit environmental law organization, we are uniquely qualified to deliver sweeping, on-the-ground results that make a real difference in our environment and our communities. We are here because the Earth needs a good lawyer.
We believe a commitment to enhance and increase diversity and inclusion at Earthjustice is essential to achieve our mission.
Earthjustice offers a competitive compensation plan, as well as a comprehensive benefits package. We pay 100% of all health and welfare benefits premiums for the employee.
Our health coverage includes medical, dental, prescription, vision and alternative care. We are proud to offer a generous vacation, sick leave and disability benefit package. Additional benefits include retirement plan, flexible spending account, company sponsored life insurance, and more.
If you need reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application, interview, or some other portion of the selection process for a job at Earthjustice, please contact us at jobs@earthjustice.org.
Open Positions
For opportunities for undergraduate, graduate, and law students — including internships, externships, and law clerkships — please visit our student opportunities.
Earthjustice expects to be adding litigation capacity in coming months to meet what we expect will be an onslaught of attacks on our bedrock laws and our environment, and to continue making progress in states and local government.
If you want to join our legal team but don’t see a position below that matches your interests, please submit your resume and a cover letter.
Development
Senior Director of Digital Fundraising and Engagement
Remote (U.S.) New York, NY San Francisco, CA Washington, D.C.
Litigation
Associate Attorney, Northwest Regional Office
Seattle, WA
Litigation Paralegal, Washington, D.C. Regional Office
Washington, D.C.
Senior Attorney, Clean Energy Program - Federal
Remote (U.S.) Chicago, IL Los Angeles, CA New York, NY Philadelphia, PA San Francisco, CA Washington, D.C.
Senior Attorney, Midwest Regional Office - Right to Zero
Remote (U.S.) Chicago, IL
Senior Attorney, Washington, D.C. Regional Office
Washington, D.C.
Senior Attorney, Washington, D.C. Regional Office – Right to Zero
Washington, D.C.
Senior Research & Policy Analyst, Right to Zero
Nationwide Washington, D.C.
Application Period Ended
At this time, new applications are no longer being accepted for the following open positions. If you have already applied for one of these positions, the hiring team will send out updates as they review existing applications.
Associate Attorney, Northeast Regional Office
Applications closed
Communications Associate, Earthjustice Action
Applications closed on August 31, 2024
Applications closed on November 15, 2024
Applications closed on October 28, 2024
Senior Attorney, Gulf Regional Office
Applications closed on October 6, 2024
Senior Development Officer, Foundations
Applications closed
Senior Research and Policy Analyst, California Regional - Right to Zero
Applications closed on October 7, 2024
Sr. Digital & Motion Designer, Social Media
Applications closed on November 25, 2024
Working at Earthjustice
Hybrid Work
Earthjustice employs a “team-centered” approach to hybrid work, where teams collaboratively shape their unique workflow, including what work location — virtual or in-office — is best for them and the tasks at hand.
Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer
As an equal opportunity employer, Earthjustice is 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, genetic information, or any other factor specified under applicable laws that is not related to the position.
Fair Chance Hiring
Earthjustice will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, and any applicable local ordinance, such as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Act, or the Los Angeles City Fair Chance Initiative. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.
After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Earthjustice is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
Our Values
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, inclusion, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected.
Green 2.0 Pay Equity Pledge
As part of Green 2.0’s Transparency Report Card, Earthjustice is committed to ensuring pay equity for people of color.
Live Well, Work Well
Earthjustice offers a competitive compensation plan, as well as a comprehensive benefits package. We pay 100% of all health and welfare benefits premiums for the employee.
Our health coverage includes medical, dental, prescription, vision and alternative care. We are proud to offer a generous vacation, sick leave, and disability benefit package. Additional benefits include retirement plan, flexible spending account, company-sponsored life insurance, and more.
Earthjustice also offers six weeks of fully paid sabbatical leave, following 10 years of continuous employment.
As a 501(c)3 organization, Earthjustice is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.