Pauli Murray Fellow
Quick answer
The ACLU is hiring a Pauli Murray Fellow (entry-level, 18-month term) in the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Department in New York, paying $78,000 annual salary, and benefits, for a hybrid role with in-office requirements of two days per week or eight days per month.
- Role
- Pauli Murray Fellow
- Organization
- ACLU
- Location
- New York, USA
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $78,000 annual salary, and benefits
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The ACLU seeks a Pauli Murray Fellow in the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Department of the ACLU’s National office in New York. This is a hybrid role with in-office requirements of two days per week or eight days per month, for an 18-month term.
What you'll do
- Support EDIB hosted events for heritage months, ERG events, and a quarterly nationwide community hour
- Create event communication and roll out plans and execute, working with event organizers and Internal Communication Director
- Draft and seek feedback on event language for internal distribution, including flyers
- Ensure that the event is accessible by requesting live captioning and/or ASL interpretation
- Ensure accessibility of flyers and event descriptions on the ACLU Intranet site
- Support tech needs for the event on Zoom or Teams
What it takes
- Effective listening skills with high emotional intelligence and a highly collaborative style
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including PowerPoint and Excel; familiarity with virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom/Teams)
- Direct experience with restorative practices, including community building circles
- Ability to design and edit graphic presentations and materials at an intermediate level using Microsoft Office applications
- Demonstrated passion for EDIB work; deep knowledge, research, and best practices for organizations on equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Skill development in key functions such as professional communications, organizational strategy, project management, and more. These transferrable skills will support participants in their pursuit of future leadership roles. Stipends to expand career and professional development through conferences, coursework, graduate school coaching, etc. Access to leaders and mentors at the ACLU including career networking opportunities. A trip to a historical site where the fellows can deepen their understanding and learn more on the ongoing challenges related to systemic barriers. A capstone project developed with support from a mentor that allows participants to practically apply their academic skills. Community with fellows and colleagues.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in New York, USA.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $78,000 annual salary, and benefits.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include effective listening skills, strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, direct experience with restorative practices, and a demonstrated passion for EDIB work.
How do I apply?
Applications are due by Monday, November 9th, 2026 by 11:59pm EST. Submit a resume, two essays, and two letters of recommendation.
How to apply
Apply directly on ACLU's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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