Summer Legal Intern
Quick answer
The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is hiring a summer legal intern in New York City or Washington, DC, paying $8,360 - $9,360 for 10 weeks, to work on policy advocacy, research, and litigation initiatives.
- Role
- Summer Legal Intern
- Organization
- The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law
- Location
- New York City or Washington, DC
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $8,360 - $9,360 stipend for 10 weeks
- Category
- Legal
The role
The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is seeking law students to intern with the Liberty and National Security Program in New York City or Washington, DC, focusing on policy advocacy, research, and litigation initiatives.
What you'll do
- Legal research and writing for amicus briefs, policy reports, and other advocacy documents
- Drafting communications to legislators
- Assisting with public comments to federal agencies
- Attending coalition meetings
- Drafting posts for the Brennan Center website
What it takes
- Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills
- Passion for policy advocacy
- Initiative, imagination, and versatility
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Stipend provided
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is based in either New York City or Washington, DC.
What is the compensation?
The stipend amounts are $8,360 for 1Ls and $9,360 for 2Ls for 10 weeks.
What are the key qualifications required?
Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills, passion for policy advocacy, and initiative, imagination, and versatility.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted through the online system or by email to [email protected] with 'Summer LNS Legal Internship' in the subject line.
How to apply
Apply directly on The 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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