Justice Program Intern
Quick answer
The Brennan Center for Justice is hiring an in-person New York City based intern (Fall 2026) paying $18.40/hr to support the Justice Program's research and administrative tasks.
- Role
- Justice Program Intern
- Organization
- Brennan Center for Justice
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $18.40 per hour
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
- Apply by
- 2026-07-24
The role
The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is seeking an intern to provide administrative and research support to the Justice Program staff. The role involves researching policies, programs, and laws related to prison reform and criminal justice systems. This in-person internship in New York City offers a range of tasks including event planning and rapid response research.
What you'll do
- Assist with administrative and research work for the Justice Program
- Research policies, programs, and laws that improve conditions in prisons
- Research state and federal legislation regarding justice system outcomes
- Plan programmatic events
- Research rapid response issues related to the Justice Program's work
What it takes
- Independent self-starter with strong organizational skills
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Experience with Salesforce is helpful
- Experience with data or statistical analysis is helpful
- Open to evolving responsibilities
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The internship is based in New York City and requires in-person attendance.
What is the compensation for this role?
The position pays $18.40 per hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates should have strong research, writing, and analytical skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is July 24, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Brennan Center for Justice's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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