About the role#
The ACLU of North Carolina is hiring legal interns for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, 10-week position based in our Durham office. Interns work directly with our legal team on civil rights impact litigation and advocacy projects. You must maintain a North Carolina residence during the internship.
What you'll do#
- Conduct legal and policy research on various civil rights topics.
- Assist with client interviews and collaborate with coalition partners and community members.
- Prepare affidavits, briefs, and other court documents.
- Help prepare for depositions and court appearances, including attending proceedings.
- Investigate new civil impact litigation, gather facts, and develop potential legal claims.
- Support community and public education efforts.
What you'll need#
- Completion of your first year of law school.
- Ability to perform thorough legal research and summarize findings clearly.
- Strong writing and oral communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts in plain language.
- Initiative to troubleshoot issues and see projects through to completion.
- Ability to take direction and work well within a multidisciplinary team.
- Respect for the lived experiences of others.
- A commitment to civil rights, civil liberties, and the mission of the ACLU.
Location & details#
- Location: Durham, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027 (10-week commitment).
- Status: Full-time, paid internship with a stipend of $8,400. Note that this amount is offset by any external funding secured through your law school or other sources.
About ACLU of North Carolina
The ACLU of North Carolina operates as a nonprofit organization based in Raleigh. It focuses on the protection of individual rights and liberties under the North Carolina and United States Constitutions. The group advocates in courts, legislatures, and local communities. Its work covers issues such as voting rights, reproductive freedom, and privacy protections.
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