William J. Brennan Fellowship
Quick answer
The American Civil Liberties Union is hiring a full-time two-year fellowship position in the Speech, Privacy and Technology Project in New York, NY, paying Not specified to work on various First and Fourth Amendment cases.
- Role
- William J. Brennan Fellowship
- Organization
- American Civil Liberties Union
- Location
- New York, New York, United States
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Legal
The role
The ACLU is seeking applicants for a full-time two-year fellowship position in the Speech, Privacy and Technology Project of the ACLU’s National office in New York, NY. The fellow will work on a variety of issues, including political protest, freedom of expression online, privacy of electronic information, and more.
What you'll do
- Participating in litigation at all levels of federal and state courts
- Assisting in drafting amicus curiae briefs
- Providing support for ACLU affiliate litigation
- Serving as a resource for ACLU legislative and policy work
- Advancing ACLU policy goals through public education and through organizing and participating in coalitions
- Helping manage summer legal internship program and supervising student interns
What it takes
- J.D. (or an expectation of receiving one by the Spring of 2027)
- Commitment to the mission of the ACLU
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office
- Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills
- Proven ability to work independently as well as within a team
- Ability to self-start and excellent interpersonal skills
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in New York, New York, United States.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a J.D. (or expectation of receiving one by the Spring of 2027), commitment to the mission of the ACLU, excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as within a team.
How or by when to apply?
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but priority consideration will be given to applications submitted by October 1, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on American Civil Liberties Union's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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