ACLU Kentucky
Summer 2027 Legal Intern, Human Rights Program
Hybrid - New York, NY +1 · Internship · Posted Sep 28, 2026
- Location
- Hybrid - New York, NY
New York, New York, United States - Education
- Matriculated law student; must have completed 1L year before the internship begins.
- Visa sponsorship
- Stipend available to students lawfully authorized to work; applicants must be based in the U.S. for the entire internship.
About the job
Supports the ACLU Human Rights Program through legal and human rights research, drafting, and domestic and international advocacy work.
What you'll do
- Conduct legal and policy research, including research on potential litigation.
- Draft memoranda, affidavits, briefs, and public education or human rights documentation materials.
- Research and draft advocacy materials for regional and international bodies.
What they ask for
- Currently matriculated U.S. law student who will have completed the 1L year before the internship begins; must be based in the U.S. for the internship’s full duration.
- Demonstrated commitment to the ACLU’s mission and a strong interest in protecting and expanding civil and human rights.
- Strong organizational, research, writing, communication, and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and initiative to complete projects.
Nice to have
- Knowledge or experience using the human rights framework and international human rights system.
- Knowledge or experience with immigration and criminal legal system issues, especially extreme punishment, sentencing, and juvenile justice.
Pay
$24/hour (stipend)
Tools
Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel
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