About the role#
The Voting Rights Project works to build and defend an accessible, inclusive, and equitable democracy. Since 1965, the team has litigated over 400 cases to protect voting access and ensure all people count equally. Interns support this litigation-focused mission through research, advocacy, and public education efforts.
What you'll do#
Interns contribute to active litigation and advocacy projects. Your daily work includes:
- Conducting legal research and analysis for new and active cases.
- Drafting legal memoranda, pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs.
- Creating and editing public education and non-litigation advocacy materials.
- Supporting ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys.
- Participating in client outreach, discovery, and trial practice.
What you'll need#
This role is open to current law students who have completed their 1L year or are currently in an LLM program. You must be based in the United States for the duration of the internship.
- Excellent research, communication, and time-management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to see projects through to completion.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, and racial justice.
- Ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact finding.
- Familiarity with voting rights issues is preferred.
Location & details#
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Duration: 12 consecutive weeks starting January 11 or January 25.
- Commitment: Part-time (10, 15, or 20 hours per week).
- Modality: Remote or hybrid, based in New York City or Washington D.C.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship for course credit only. It must be tied to your formal education program.
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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