For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email benefits.hrdept@aclu.org. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.
Fall 2026 Legal Intern
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Fall 2026 Legal Intern
ACLU - Internships
Role Description The ACLU seeks a Fall Legal Intern in the State Supreme Court Initiative of the ACLU’s National office in New York City or Washington DC. This position can be remote or hybrid and is for course credit only. Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated legal students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship. The SSCI is a team of attorneys and legal fellows, dedicated to strengthening and expanding the ACLU’s voice in state supreme courts. Working with the ACLU’s affiliates around the country, the SSCI identifies cutting-edge cases of constitutional import in state supreme courts and files briefs in those cases, either as amicus curiae or co-counsel. It also facilitates strategic collaboration among the ACLU’s state affiliates and other partners engaged in state constitutional litigation. The intern will be responsible for research and writing projects relating to litigation in state supreme courts. - Draft memoranda, motions, and portions of briefs - Conduct legal and factual research concerning issues and cases in multiple state supreme courts - Track cases and issues of interest to the SSCI - Center principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging in all work Qualifications - Open to students enrolled at U.S. law schools who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences - Excellent research skills, including conducting internet searches and using Westlaw, PACER, and other law-related databases - Excellent communication skills, both oral and in writing, and both in-person and via teleconferencing services - Attention to detail, organization, time management, and deadlines - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Requirements - Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU - Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging in their work - Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts Internship Logistics - Location: Remote or hybrid based in New York City or Washington DC - Time Commitment: Part-time (10, 15, or 20 hours/week) - Internship Duration: Fall internships span 12 consecutive weeks with a start date of September 8 or September 21 - Stipend: Course credit only; must be tied to the intern’s formal education program Company Description For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email benefits.hrdept@aclu.org. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.
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