Intern, Legal (2L)
Quick answer
Southern Poverty Law Center is hiring legal interns for summer 2027 in Atlanta, GA; Jackson, MS; Miami, FL; Montgomery, AL; New Orleans, LA; Washington, DC, paying $18.40 per hour.
- Role
- Intern, Legal (2L)
- Organization
- Southern Poverty Law Center
- Location
- Atlanta, GA; Jackson, MS; Miami, FL; Montgomery, AL; New Orleans, LA; Washington, DC
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $18.40 per hour
- Category
- Legal
The role
The Southern Poverty Law Center is seeking highly motivated legal interns who are passionate about civil rights for summer 2027 internships.
What you'll do
- Work on cutting-edge legal issues within one of the six Advocacy and Litigation Impact Teams
- Participate in professional development and networking opportunities
- Assist attorneys with litigation and help implement community-focused strategies
What it takes
- Currently enrolled in a law school as a second-year law student
- Strong academic background
- Excellent writing skills
- Passionate about civil rights work
- Interest in supporting SPLC's work
- Commitment to SPLC's mission, vision and values
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where will the internship be located?
The internship can be located in Atlanta, GA; Jackson, MS; Miami, FL; Montgomery, AL; New Orleans, LA; or Washington, DC.
What is the compensation for the internship?
The internship pays $18.40 per hour.
What are the minimum qualifications for the internship?
The minimum qualifications include being a second-year law student with a strong academic background and excellent writing skills.
When is the application deadline?
Applications are due by 5:00pm CST on Friday, September 18, 2026.
Is the internship remote?
The internship can be local remote, with the expectation to attend work-related activities at the SPLC offices or in the states in which the SPLC operates.
How to apply
Apply directly on Southern Poverty Law Center's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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