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Summer 2025 Legal Intern, National Political and Advocacy Department, Immigration

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ACLU

20d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Legal
  • United States
    Remote
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a strong interest in immigrant rights, civil rights commitment, excellent research/writing skills, strong organization, teamwork abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • You will draft advocacy materials, conduct research on immigrant rights policies, analyze information on immigration issues, and support ACLU affiliate campaigns with local policy insights.

Requirements

  • A demonstrated / strong interest in the rights of immigrants and a commitment to civil rights
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team.
  • Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
  • Strong computer skills, particularly web-based research including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel)

Responsibilities

  • Assisting with the drafting, production and distribution of advocacy and public education materials
  • Conducting factual and policy research and writing regarding immigrants’ rights policies and legislative movement
  • Researching and drafting prospects for campaign advocacy in response to ongoing and emerging threats to immigrants’ rights
  • Gathering, analyzing and synthesizing current information related to immigration and immigration detention
  • Researching State and local policy work in support of ACLU affiliate campaigns

FAQs

Is this internship position remote or in-person?

This internship can be remote or hybrid, with the option to work from the DC office.

What is the time commitment required for the summer internship?

Summer internships require a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week.

What is the duration of the internship?

Full-time internships span 10 consecutive weeks, with a start date of May 27th or June 9th, 2025.

What is the stipend rate for undergraduate interns?

The stipend rate for undergraduate students or those with equivalent experience is $20 per hour.

What qualifications are needed to apply for this internship?

Applicants should have a demonstrated interest in immigrants' rights, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in research and writing.

Does the ACLU offer any accommodations for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, the ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Is there a specific focus area for the internship?

Yes, the internship focuses on immigrants' rights within the National Political and Advocacy Department, particularly in response to legislative movements and threats to these rights.

Are there opportunities for course credit?

Yes, arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit.

How should applicants submit their applications?

Applicants should follow the application instructions provided in the internship posting, as the ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails regarding application status.

What core values does the ACLU emphasize in its work?

The ACLU emphasizes accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion as core values essential to advancing liberty, equality, and justice for all.

We the people dare to create a more perfect union.

Non-profit
Industry
201-500
Employees
1920
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The ACLU is an non-profit, non-partisan organization of people who believe in the power of action. We are united by the quest – “We the people dare to create a more perfect union.” Whether in the courts, statehouses, Congress or communities, we fight to defend the rights that the Constitution guarantees to all of us —regardless of who we are, where we come from, whom we love, or what we believe. Together, we take up the toughest civil rights and liberties challenges of our time. We seek to inspire those who want change to become the ones who make change.