About the role#
Brady is seeking a law student intern for the Winter 2027 term. This position supports our legal team in impact-driven civil lawsuits and constitutional advocacy. You will gain hands-on litigation experience and work directly with subject matter experts to help create gun violence prevention precedent.
What you'll do#
- Conduct factual and legal research to support active litigation.
- Draft in-depth legal memoranda, briefs, and reports.
- Assist with all phases of litigation, including discovery, trial preparation, and depositions.
- Review and index discovery materials.
- Track and analyze constitutional law issues, including the Second Amendment.
- Participate in strategy sessions and case tracking.
- Conduct research for amicus briefs and support racial justice initiatives.
- Develop new cases and monitor developments in gun violence litigation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a 2L or 3L law student.
- Strong writing skills with attention to grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
- Ability to work well under pressure and contribute as a key team member.
- Dependability, self-motivation, and accountability.
- A strong interest in gun violence prevention, impact litigation, and racial justice.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position based in Washington, DC.
- There is a strong preference for interns who can work in the office on Tuesdays.
- This is an unpaid internship for course credit only. We will work with your institution to fulfill any requirements.
About Brady: United Against Gun Violence
Brady: United Against Gun Violence is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC. Founded in 1974, the group works to change laws, the gun industry, and culture to reduce gun violence in America. It currently employs 169 people.
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