About the role#
The Speech, Privacy and Technology Project works to protect First Amendment freedoms, expand privacy rights, and ensure civil liberties remain intact as science and technology advance. We are looking for a full-time undergraduate intern for Summer 2027 to join our team in New York City. This role is available on a remote or hybrid basis.
What you'll do#
- Research issues involving free speech, privacy, and technology.
- Draft posts for the ACLU blog.
- Assist with litigation and advocacy projects, including Freedom of Information Act requests.
- Prepare and produce advocacy materials.
- Attend meetings to learn about active cases and projects.
- Propose independent research projects.
- Maintain case files and handle administrative support tasks.
What you'll need#
- You are a currently matriculated undergraduate student who has completed at least one year of your program.
- You have a strong interest in free speech, privacy, and technology.
- You are committed to social justice and civil liberties.
- You have strong research, writing, and communication skills.
- You take initiative to see projects through to completion.
- You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Location & details#
- This internship is based in New York, New York, with remote or hybrid options available.
- You must be based in the U.S. for the duration of the internship.
- This is a full-time position requiring 35 hours per week for 10 consecutive weeks.
- The internship is paid at a rate of $20 per hour.
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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