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Summer 2027 Legal Intern, Abortion Criminal Defense Initiative

ACLU - Internships · Remote/Hybrid-New York City or Washington D.C.

Posted 5 days ago

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About this role

The ACLU is offering a Summer Legal Intern position within the Abortion Criminal Defense Initiative, where interns will support advocacy efforts related to the criminalization of abortion care. Interns will conduct legal research and writing, assist with case tracking, and perform intakes for individuals seeking criminal defense representation. This role provides a unique opportunity to engage with coalition partners and participate in team meetings focused on reproductive rights.

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What you need

  • Currently enrolled as a legal student at an ABA accredited law school
  • Completed at least one year of law school (1L) before the internship begins
  • Excellent legal research skills
  • Strong legal writing abilities
  • Ability to conduct complex legal analysis
  • Strong oral communication skills

What you get

  • Stipend available for those authorized to work
  • Stipend amount of $24/hour (taxed)
  • Partial stipend for students receiving outside funding

Worth weighing

  • Internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week for 10 consecutive weeks
  • Remote or hybrid work options available, but location is limited to New York City or Washington D.C.
  • Priority application deadline is October 19th, but applications are reviewed on a rolling basis

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