High School Leadership Program Fellow

Organization Overview

Environmental Working Group (EWG) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting human health and the environment. Our mission is to empower people to live healthier lives in a healthier environment. We educate the public and advocate for strong policies that protect our environment and health.

EWG’s high school leadership program, EWG+HS, was designed to educate and empower high school students on critical environmental health issues. The program equips students with EWG’s science, research, and tools, empowering them to make informed health and environmental decisions and lead as environmental health advocates in their communities and beyond. The program also provides teachers with educational modules to integrate environmental health topics into their classrooms.

This internship will support the development of engaging, science-based educational materials and advocacy resources for high school students participating in EWG’s student leadership initiatives. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, creative, and mission-driven individual interested in environmental health, education, and youth engagement.

The intern will work closely with EWG program and policy staff to translate EWG’s research and advocacy priorities into accessible, age-appropriate tools that empower students to learn, lead, and take action.

• Create and curate educational materials and resources for students and teachers including lesson plans, toolkits, and advocacy guides
• Develop digital and print resources to support student learning and involvement
• Design and coordinate resources for educators to integrate environmental health topics into their curricula
• Support system creation for training and support for teachers on using EWG tools and resources in the classroom
• Gather feedback from teachers and students to continuously improve educational content and delivery

• Strong interest in environmental health, public policy, education, sustainability, or a related field
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to adapt content for a high school audience
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently
• Comfort working collaboratively across teams in a mission-driven organization

Location:

Washington, D.C.

Type:
Internship, May 2026 - August 2026

Reports To:

Senior Director of Philanthropy, Development

Compensation and Benefits: $20 per hour

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