About the role#
The Education Policy Center at the New York Civil Liberties Union seeks a law student for a summer internship. This program runs for 10 weeks from June 1, 2027, to August 6, 2027. You will work within a team focused on protecting the rights of children in public schools and institutions across New York. The center uses litigation, legislative advocacy, and public education to ensure students are treated fairly and have safe learning environments.
What you'll do#
- Conduct legal research to support the center's goals.
- Draft legal documents to assist with ongoing litigation.
- Support various advocacy and legislative priorities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in law school.
- A commitment to public interest law and civil liberties.
- A demonstrated interest in education law.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship based in New York, New York.
- The role follows a hybrid work model.
- The organization provides a stipend for interns who do not receive external funding.
About New York Civil Liberties Union
The New York Civil Liberties Union operates as the state affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union. Founded in 1951, the organization works to advance civil rights and liberties for residents of New York. It employs litigation, policy advocacy, field organizing, and strategic communications to address legal issues. The organization maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees and receives support from over 90,000 member-donors.
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