Legal Intern - National Political and Advocacy Department - Remote

Overview

The ACLU seeks a Legal Intern in the National Political and Advocacy Department (Policy and Government Affairs – Justice Division -Federal Legislative Lobbying) of the ACLU’s National office in Washington, DC. This position is remote.

In Short

• Assist with developing strategic federal criminal justice reform legislative and administrative policy options.
• Prepare and draft testimony on pending legislation or before Congressional committees.
• Coordinate civil liberties briefings for federal government officials.
• Help coordinate strategy to reach policy outcomes at the federal level.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on various criminal justice issues.
• Available for current law students who have completed one year of law school.
• Strong interest in the rights of incarcerated people and civil rights.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Requirements

• Second and third year law school students pursuing a J.D. degree.
• Demonstrated interest in civil rights.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong computer skills.

Benefits

• Remote internship opportunity.
• Stipend available for students authorized to work.
• Work/study or course credit arrangements possible.
• Full-time and part-time internship options available.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.