Paid Summer Legal Internship at ACLU Trone Center for Justice and Equality, Washington, DC [Stipend: $24/Hour]: Apply Now!

The ACLU Trone Center for Justice and Equality is inviting applications for its Paid Summer 2027 Legal Internship. This 10-week internship offers law students an opportunity to work on significant issues involving criminal justice reform, racial justice, homelessness, and prisoners’ rights. Interns will collaborate with experienced attorneys while gaining practical experience in constitutional litigation, legal research, and advocacy. Eligible interns will receive $24 per hour.

About the ACLU

The ACLU Trone Center for Justice and Equality is a project of the American Civil Liberties Union dedicated to advancing justice through litigation, advocacy, and public policy initiatives. The Center focuses on protecting civil liberties and addressing systemic inequalities in the criminal legal system, racial justice, and related areas.

About the Internship

The Summer Legal Internship provides law students with hands-on experience supporting litigation and advocacy efforts. Interns will work closely with attorneys on ongoing matters, conduct legal research, assist with drafting legal documents, and contribute to projects addressing pressing civil rights issues.

Work

The selected intern will:

• Conduct legal research on constitutional and civil rights issues.
• Draft legal memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Support litigation involving criminal justice reform and racial justice.
• Assist with matters relating to homelessness and prisoners’ rights.
• Collaborate with attorneys on advocacy and policy initiatives.

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Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be enrolled in a J.D. programme at an ABA-accredited law school.
• Have completed their first year of law school before the internship begins.

Duration

• 10 consecutive weeks
• 35 hours per week
• Start date: 24 May 2027 or 7 June 2027

Stipend

$24 per hour for eligible interns. External funding may affect the stipend amount.

Mode

Remote / Hybrid

Applicants must remain within the United States throughout the internship.

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Location

Washington, DC, United States

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application through the official online application portal.