Summer Legal Intern

LocationDurham, NC

SetupOn-site

LevelEntry

Posted2d ago

Legal

Quick answer

ACLU of North Carolina is hiring legal interns for Summer 2027 in Durham, NC, focusing on civil rights impact litigation and advocacy, with a stipend of $8,400 for a 10-week commitment.

Role: Summer Legal Intern
Organization: ACLU of North Carolina
Location: Durham, NC
Work setup: On-site
Level: Entry
Compensation: $8,400 for ten weeks
Category: Legal

The role

The American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina Legal Foundation (ACLU-NC) is accepting applications for Summer 2027 legal interns to work in their office, focusing on civil rights impact litigation and advocacy.

What you'll do

Conduct legal and policy research
Assist with client interviews
Prepare court documents
Assist with depositions and court appearances
Research new civil impact litigation
Participate in community and public education efforts

What it takes

Completed first year of law school
Strong research and writing skills
Collaborative and initiative-driven
Respect for diverse backgrounds
Commitment to civil rights and civil liberties
Ability to work in a fast-paced litigation environment

What you'll bring

Legal researchClient interviewsCourt document preparationDeposition and court appearance preparationCommunity and public education

Frequently asked questions

Where is the internship located?

The internship is based in Durham, NC.

Is the internship remote?

No, the internship is on-site.

What is the compensation?

A stipend of $8,400 for ten weeks is available.

What are the key qualifications?

Completed first year of law school, strong research and writing skills, collaborative and initiative-driven, respect for diverse backgrounds, commitment to civil rights and civil liberties, and ability to work in a fast-paced litigation environment.

How do I apply?

Applications should include a cover letter, resume, legal writing sample, transcript, and references. Submit via the provided link.

How to apply

Apply directly on ACLU of North Carolina's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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