ACLU-WA Legal Department Internship for Fall 2024
Application Deadline: August 11, 2024
At the ACLU-WA, law students gain exposure to a broad range of racial justice, civil liberties and civil rights issues and the opportunity to improve legal writing and research skills. Students work closely with staff attorneys conducting legal research, writing legal memoranda, and drafting correspondence to government agencies in response to documented complaints of civil liberties and civil rights violations. Students also assist ACLU attorneys in the development of cases for litigation, preparation of cases for trial, and submission of amicus curiae briefs in courts of appeal. Students will gain experience working within an organization that is committed to centering the voices and lived experiences of directly impacted communities.
Educational benefits include obtaining hands-on experience in applying constitutional theories and case law to legal problems and learning how to conduct factual investigation of complaints. Students become familiar with administrative regulations and agency protocols, while developing a practical understanding of constitutional law. Academic credit can be arranged.
Qualifications:
- Academic standing as a rising 2L or 3L during the 2024 fall internship time period.
- An interest in civil liberties and civil rights, good interpersonal and analytical skills, and the ability to write in a clear and concise manner.
- Be committed to advancing the mission, vision and values of the ACLU-WA.
- Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in your work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives.
- Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts.
Compensation:
The Fall 2024 Legal Internship position is full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks. Interns should receive credit for the hours worked.
How to Respond: Interested students should submit a cover letter, resume and legal writing sample in PDF format via JazzHR, our online recruitment portal. Deadline for applications is midnight on August 11, 2024. Please indicate your likely start and end dates in your cover letter.
Please note that there are multiple departments within the ACLU of Washington hiring for Fall internships. Candidates who apply to multiple positions will be considered independently for each position.
The ACLU of Washington comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union of Washington, Inc. and the American Civil Liberties Union of Washington Foundation. The two corporations share the same overall mission, office space, and employees. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU of Washington”.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture and are committed to race equity in all aspects of our work. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, socio-economic circumstance, or record of arrest or conviction. Women, people of color, LGTB people, and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
