FAQs
What is the main focus of the Spring 2023 Immigrants' Rights Internship at the ACLU of Northern California?**
The internship focuses on supporting the Immigrants' Rights work within the ACLU of Northern California’s Legal-Policy Department, promoting policy change and pursuing impact litigation to defend and expand civil liberties and rights. **Question: What qualifications are required to apply for the Immigrants' Rights Internship?** **Answer:** Qualified applicants should be law students who are enthusiastic, creative, and detail-oriented; possess strong research, writing, and oral communication skills; and have a demonstrated commitment to social justice and the ideals of the ACLU. **Question: In which areas does the Legal-Policy Department focus its work?** **Answer:** The Legal-Policy Department focuses on six broad program areas: Criminal Justice, Democracy & Civic Engagement, Gender, Sexuality & Reproductive Justice, Immigrants’ Rights, Racial & Economic Justice, and Technology & Civil Liberties. **Question: Where is the Legal-Policy Department located?** **Answer:** The Department has staff based in San Francisco, Sacramento, and Fresno. **Question: Will interns have the opportunity to collaborate with other departments?** **Answer:** Yes, interns will have the opportunity to work closely with other departments within ACLU NorCal, including Organizing, Communications, Development, Finance & Administration, as well as with ACLU California Action. **Question: What skills are particularly valued for this internship?** **Answer:** Strong research, writing, and oral communication skills are highly valued for this internship, along with the ability to work with intensity and focus. **Question: How can applicants demonstrate their commitment to social justice?** **Answer:** Applicants can demonstrate their commitment to social justice through their application materials, which may include personal statements, past experiences, volunteer work, or involvement in relevant organizations and causes aligned with ACLU's mission.