Legal Intern — Democracy & Tech Policy (Hybrid, DC)

ACLU - Internships; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Stipend available

Job summary

ACLU is seeking a Spring 2027 Legal Intern for Policy & Government Affairs in the Democracy & Technology team at the National office in Washington, D.C. The role is hybrid, part-time, and based in the U.S. for the full duration of the internship.

The intern will engage in legal and policy research, write memos and education materials, and support congressional outreach and coordination with partners. Applicants must be law students or possess an equivalent background.

Qualifications

• Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated legal students or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Must be based in the U.S. for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal and policy research on racial justice and technology policy.
• Draft advocacy materials, memoranda, and correspondence.
• Assist with congressional outreach, briefings, and Capitol Hill meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of government policy

Research and writing

Communication skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Law student

Job description

ACLU is seeking a Spring 2027 Legal Intern for Policy & Government Affairs in the Democracy & Technology team at the National office in Washington, D.C. The role is hybrid, part-time, and based in the U.S. for the full duration of the internship.

The intern will engage in legal and policy research, write memos and education materials, and support congressional outreach and coordination with partners. Applicants must be law students or possess an equivalent background.