Spring 2027 Liberty and National Security Undergraduate Internship

The Brennan Center For Justice; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is seeking interns to provide research, administrative, and clerical support to staff in our New York City office. This in-person role offers 10–20 hours per week with pay of $18.40 per hour for Spring Semester 2027.

Responsibilities include conducting research on program issues, tracking legislation and cases, editing and citing materials, coordinating meetings, and assisting with travel arrangements and reception duties.

Qualifications

• Independent self‑starter; reliable; detail‑oriented; energetic; punctual; highly organized.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Passion for our issues.
• Experience with Windows, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word is a must.
• Open to evolving responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on program issues such as surveillance, artificial intelligence, religious and racial profiling, ideological targeting, and counter‑terrorism initiatives
• Track relevant legislation and court cases
• Copy‑edit and cite‑check research papers, blogs, op‑ed(s), or other materials
• Assist with scheduling, mailing publications, and maintaining contact lists
• Attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on program work
• Assist with general administrative, research and clerical work for the Brennan Center, including filing, photocopying, answering phones, shipping and mailing, coordinating meetings, drafting routine correspondence, assisting with travel arrangements and expense reports, and covering the reception desk

Skills

Research

Writing

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate student Spring 2027

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Windows

Job description

The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve the systems of democracy and justice in the United States. We work to hold our political institutions and laws accountable to the twin American ideals of democracy and equal justice for all. The Brennan Center’s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving constitutional protections in national security policies. Part think tank, part advocacy group, part cutting‑edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies. And we fight for them — in Congress and the states, in the courts, and in the court of public opinion.

The internship is in-person at our New York City office.

Position Overview

We are seeking interns to provide research, administrative, and clerical support to staff in our office. In your cover letter, please share your interest in the position and what you hope to contribute to the role.

Location and Schedule

Campus: New York City (in-person).
Hours: Approximately 10-20 hours per week
Pay: $18.40 per hour
Duration: Spring Semester 2027
Application Deadline: November 23, 2026

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on program issues such as surveillance, artificial intelligence, religious and racial profiling, ideological targeting, and counter‑terrorism initiatives
• Track relevant legislation and court cases
• Copy‑edit and cite‑check research papers, blogs, op‑ed(s), or other materials
• Assist with scheduling, mailing publications, and maintaining contact lists
• Attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on program work
• Assist with general administrative, research and clerical work for the Brennan Center, including filing, photocopying, answering phones, shipping and mailing, coordinating meetings, drafting routine correspondence, assisting with travel arrangements and expense reports, and covering the reception desk

Qualifications

• Independent self‑starter; reliable; detail‑oriented; energetic; punctual; highly organized
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
• Passion for our issues
• Experience with Windows, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word is a must
• Open to evolving responsibilities

Eligibility

An undergraduate student in Spring 2027.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to considering a wide range of candidates, including those with diverse experiences and backgrounds. If you are uncertain about meeting 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Equal Opportunity

The Brennan Center for Justice is committed to a workplace based on equal opportunity and a strong belief in the increased effectiveness that comes from a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, ethnicity, gender identity, socioeconomic identity, sexual orientation, national origin, previous incarceration, disability, military veteran/status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. To this end, we welcome all qualified applicants to apply.