Legal Department Intern
Quick answer
The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is hiring an in-person Legal Department Intern (Washington, DC) paying $18.40 per hour to support legal research and litigation processes.
- Role
- Legal Department Intern
- Organization
- Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $18.40 per hour
- Category
- Legal
- Apply by
- 2026-07-24
The role
The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is seeking an intern to provide administrative, research, writing, and project support to the Legal Department. The role offers students with a passion for justice and policy analysis will gain exposure to legal research and strategic thinking. This in-person internship in Washington, D.C., focuses on supporting litigation processes and recordkeeping systems.
What you'll do
- Support general research and administrative work
- Coordinate meetings and draft routine correspondence
- Identify opportunities to systematize recordkeeping systems
- Perform data entry for litigation matters
- Compile template litigation pleadings and court rules
- Research special projects as assigned
What it takes
- Independent self-starter
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and discretion
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Experience with database or information management systems
- Passion for justice and policy issues
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The internship is located in-person at the Brennan Center's Washington, D.C. office.
What is the compensation?
The position pays $18.40 per hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates should have excellent research and writing skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
When and how to apply?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until July 24, 2026. Applicants can apply via the provided link or by email if they have technical difficulties.
How to apply
Apply directly on Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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