Fall 2027 National Security Fellowship
Quick answer
The American Civil Liberties Union is hiring a two-year fellowship position in the National Security Project in New York, NY, paying Not specified, for a junior role with a J.D. degree, focusing on litigation and advocacy.
- Role
- Fall 2027 National Security Fellowship
- Organization
- American Civil Liberties Union
- Location
- New York, New York, United States
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Legal
The role
The ACLU seeks applicants for a full-time two-year fellowship position in the National Security Project of the ACLU’s National office in New York, NY. This is a hybrid role that has an in-office requirement of two (2) days per week or eight (8) days per month.
What you'll do
- Conduct legal research and analysis, fact development, and develop theories to support new litigation projects
- Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, declarations, motions, and briefs
- Interview and work with potential witnesses and clients
- Participate in discovery and trial practice as opportunities arise
- Draft and edit public education and non-litigation advocacy materials
- Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates
What it takes
- J.D. degree from a U.S. law school (by Spring 2027)
- Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills
- Skilled at performing complex legal analytical work
- Proven ability to work independently as well as within a team
- Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and civil rights and liberties
- Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Time away to focus on the things that matter with a generous paid time-off policy, Focus on your well-being with comprehensive healthcare benefits (including medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, gender affirming care & fertility treatment), Plan for your retirement with 401k plan and employer match, We support employee growth and development through annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in New York, New York, United States.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a J.D. degree from a U.S. law school, excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to public interest law and civil rights and liberties.
How do I apply?
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to applications submitted by October 1, 2026.
Is the job remote?
This is a hybrid role that has an in-office requirement of two (2) days per week or eight (8) days per month.
How to apply
Apply directly on American Civil Liberties Union's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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