Legal Intern - Criminal Law Reform Project - Remote

Overview

The ACLU seeks Legal Interns for Summer term 2025 in the Criminal Law Reform Project (CLRP) in the Legal Department of the ACLU’s National office in New York, NY.

In Short

• Interns will assist in factual investigation, legal research, and writing.
• Support CLRP litigation work and integrated advocacy.
• Conduct legal research and writing, including memos and court submissions.
• Participate in preparation for court cases.
• Center principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging in all work.
• Open to students enrolled at U.S. law schools.
• Excellent research and communication skills required.
• Full-time commitment of 35 hours per week.
• Internship duration spans 12 consecutive weeks.
• Stipend available for eligible students.

Requirements

• Excellent research skills, including internet and legal database research.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing.
• Attention to detail and excellent organizing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Initiative to see projects through to completion.
• Commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and racial justice.
• Valid work authorization for those seeking a stipend.

Benefits

• Gain valuable experience in legal advocacy.
• Work alongside a dedicated team focused on social change.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful legal reforms.
• Networking opportunities within the legal field.
• Potential for work/study or course credit arrangements.