About the role#
The Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging (EDIB) team at the ACLU is looking for a graduate intern to join the Executive Office. This role supports our ongoing work to build a culture of belonging across the organization. You will report to the Director of Equity and Inclusion and collaborate with team members on various programmatic efforts and special projects.
What you'll do#
- Support EDIB events, including heritage month celebrations, Employee Resource Group (ERG) events, and quarterly community hours.
- Create and execute communication and rollout plans for events.
- Draft event language and manage feedback for internal distribution.
- Ensure event accessibility by requesting live captioning or ASL interpretation.
- Maintain the accessibility of event flyers and descriptions on the company intranet.
- Provide technical support for virtual meetings on platforms like Zoom or Teams.
- Track EDIB data on internal platforms on a regular basis.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a graduate student.
- Location in the United States for the full duration of the internship.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to listen effectively with high emotional intelligence.
- A collaborative work style.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with virtual meeting platforms.
- A demonstrated passion for EDIB work, including knowledge of research and best practices.
- A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social and racial justice.
Location & details#
- This is a hybrid position based in our New York City office.
- The internship is part-time (20 hours per week) for 12 consecutive weeks.
- The term begins in Winter 2027, with start dates on January 11th or January 25th.
- This position is paid at a rate of $24 per hour.
- We do not provide sponsorship for this role.
About ACLU
The ACLU is a non-profit organization focused on the defense of civil rights and liberties. Founded in 1920, the group operates out of New York and Washington. It works on issues including voting rights, criminal justice reform, and freedom of speech. The organization employs over 1,200 people.
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