2026 Legal Fellow (School-Sponsored) - Remote

Overview

NCYL seeks applicants for law school-sponsored fellowships to work on impact litigation addressing the harms of federal policies and actions and advancing core civil rights protections in the states, with a focus on students’ civil rights, the rights of LGBTQ+ youth, youth justice, youth healthcare access, and the rights of immigrant youth.

In Short

• Develop a fellowship project in partnership with NCYL staff.
• Apply to law school-sponsored public interest fellowship.
• Join NCYL as a fellow in September 2026 once awarded.
• Implement the fellowship project under supervision.
• Assist with requests from the public and Qualified Legal Services Projects.
• Complete legal research, writing, and litigation-oriented assignments.
• Attend organizational and team meetings and retreats.

Requirements

• Graduating from law school in Spring 2026 or have been clerking since graduating.
• Eligible for school-sponsored fellowship covering at least 67% of salary.
• Interest in impact litigation.
• Commitment to advancing justice for children and youth.
• Strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $78,221 annually.
• Robust benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurances.
• Generous vacation and sick benefits.
• Paid family leave and flexible spending account.
• Employer contribution to retirement plan.
• Paid sabbatical and short-term and long-term disability insurance.