Spring 2027 Legal Intern, Criminal Law Reform Project
ACLU - Internships · Hybrid-New York, NY
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About this role
The Spring Legal Intern for the ACLU's Criminal Law Reform Project will assist in litigation and advocacy efforts aimed at reforming the criminal legal system. Daily tasks will include legal research, writing memos and court submissions, conducting fact investigations, and supporting court preparations. This internship provides an opportunity to engage with issues of civil rights and justice while working closely with a dedicated team.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 3/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
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What you need
- Currently matriculated legal student at a U.S. law school
- Completion of at least one year of law school before the internship begins
- Excellent research skills, including internet and legal database research
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Worth weighing
- Internship is unpaid and offered for course credit only
- Hybrid position requires presence in New York, NY office
- Part-time commitment of 10, 15, or 20 hours per week for 12 consecutive weeks
- Start dates are limited to January 11 or January 25
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