Legal Department Intern: Policy Research & Writing

The Brennan Center For Justice; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 9,600 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is seeking an in-person Legal Department Intern in Washington, DC. You will support research, writing, and administrative duties while working closely with the General Counsel and team.

You will assist with data entry, document preparation, and collaborative projects that enhance compliance and litigation processes. This paid internship runs Spring Semester 2027 with 10–20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general research and administrative tasks for the Legal Department.
• Coordinate meetings and draft routine correspondence.
• Collaborate with General Counsel to improve recordkeeping systems.

Skills

Research

Writing

Analytical thinking

Discretion

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate student

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Database experience

Job description

The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is seeking an in-person Legal Department Intern in Washington, DC. You will support research, writing, and administrative duties while working closely with the General Counsel and team.

You will assist with data entry, document preparation, and collaborative projects that enhance compliance and litigation processes. This paid internship runs Spring Semester 2027 with 10–20 hours per week.