Job Opportunities

Explore jobs, fellowships, and internships related to environmental and climate justice. Follow each posting for complete qualifications, application instructions, and current availability.

Fellowships and Research

• Columbia Climate School Postdoctoral Research Program, Columbia University — New York, NY: Conduct interdisciplinary research on climate and sustainable development, including climate justice and equity. Applicants must have received their Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. within three years before the appointment begins. Salary: $72,116, plus $7,000 in research support. Apply by October 30, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET; recommendation letters are due at the same time.
• Climate and Health Law Fellow, Sabin Center for Climate Change Law — New York, NY: Research the use of health evidence in climate litigation and policy, support legal submissions, and collaborate with researchers and advocates. Requires a J.D., international equivalent, or qualifying advanced legal degree. Salary: $80,000–$95,000. Two-year appointment with possible renewal. Rolling applications; preferred start December 2026.
• Renewable Energy Legal Defense Initiative Fellowships, Sabin Center for Climate Change Law — New York, NY: Support renewable-energy development through research, community engagement, and legal advocacy. Two fellowships are listed: an early-career position requiring 0–3 years of legal experience, paying $80,000–$95,000, and a position requiring 2–5 years, paying $85,000–$100,000. Both require a J.D. or LL.M. from an ABA-accredited law school. Rolling applications; contact the Center about the current start date.
• Climate Law Fellow, 2027–2028, Sabin Center for Climate Change Law — New York, NY: Conduct climate-law research and support mitigation and adaptation advocacy. Requires a J.D., equivalent degree, or LL.M. Salary: $80,000–$95,000. One-year appointment beginning September 2027, with possible renewal. Apply by January 15, 2027; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Legal and Community Advocacy

• Associate Attorney, Community Partnerships Program, Earthjustice — Los Angeles, CA, hybrid: Work with frontline communities disproportionately affected by pollution, including hazardous waste and toxic air emissions. Requires 0–3 years of post-law-school experience and California Bar admission; applicants awaiting July 2026 Bar results are encouraged to apply. Salary: $108,200–$120,700. Three-year position with potential extension. Rolling applications until filled; expected January 2027 start.
• Senior Attorney, Fossil Fuels, Earthjustice — New Orleans, LA, hybrid: Lead litigation challenging oil and gas infrastructure that threatens communities and the climate, particularly in Louisiana and Texas. Requires six or more years of litigation experience and Louisiana Bar admission or eligibility. Salary: $147,100–$189,400. At least two office days weekly are required. Accepting applications; no closing date specified.
• Senior Attorney, Enforcement, Earthjustice — Earthjustice offices nationwide, hybrid: Develop and litigate cases holding polluters accountable for violations of federal environmental laws, working with affected communities and partners. Requires a J.D. and at least eight years of complex litigation experience. Salary: $158,600–$222,800, depending on location and experience. Two office days weekly are required. Accepting applications; no final closing date specified.
• South Africa Biodiversity Attorney, Earthjustice — Remote within South Africa, with periodic travel: Support biodiversity protection and community access to cultural and subsistence resources through legal research and advocacy. Requires admission as a legal practitioner in South Africa and at least three years of relevant legal experience. One-year appointment with possible renewal, employed through an Employer of Record. Salary: US$45,000 annually, paid in South African rand. Priority deadline: November 6, 2026; later applications may receive rolling review.

Communications and Advocacy Support

• Media Relations and Communications Strategist for Healthy Communities, Earthjustice — Washington, D.C., San Francisco, or Los Angeles preferred; other U.S. locations considered: Develop media strategies supporting Healthy Communities and Community Partnerships work, including collaboration with grassroots coalitions. Requires at least three years of media-relations experience. Salary: $119,000–$132,200 in San Francisco; $113,000–$125,600 in D.C. or Los Angeles; other locations vary. Rolling applications until filled.
• Digital Operations Associate, Earthjustice — Remote within the United States or based at an Earthjustice office: Produce email and SMS campaigns, manage audience data, and support digital advocacy and fundraising. Requires 2–4 years of relevant experience. Salary: $68,300–$89,200, depending on location. Priority deadline: October 30, 2026, at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET; later applications may receive rolling review.
• Sr. Compliance Analyst, Earthjustice — Washington, D.C., or San Francisco, hybrid: Support lobbying, campaign-finance, nonprofit advocacy, and regulatory compliance. Requires at least five years of relevant experience. Salary: $92,700–$103,000 in D.C.; $97,600–$108,400 in San Francisco. Priority deadline: October 30, 2026, at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET; later applications may receive rolling review.

Student Internships

• Fall 2026 Law-Student Internships, Sabin Center for Climate Change Law — Columbia Law School students: Opportunities include a Climate Litigation Internship and two Renewable Energy Legal Defense Initiative internships. These unpaid positions require 10–15 hours weekly, run through December, and qualify for pro bono hours. Rolling applications; confirm remaining-term availability with the listed supervisors.

Last updated: October 29, 2026.