Spring 2027 Legal Intern, Policy & Government Affairs - Democracy & Technology

The role

The intern will conduct legal and policy research and writing projects focused on racial justice and technology policy. They will assist the Democracy and Technology team with researching legislation, preparing advocacy materials, and supporting congressional outreach.

What you will do

• Conducting legal and policy research
• Drafting reports
• Analyzing state and federal legislation, advocacy efforts, and related legal and policy issues
• Preparing advocacy and public education materials
• Drafting memorandum and correspondence
• Monitoring legal and legislative developments in state legislatures and in Congress
• Monitoring regulatory and administrative actions by the Trump administration
• Working with teammates to manage projects
• Engaging in special projects and other duties as assigned

Required qualifications

• Currently matriculated Legal students or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship
• Knowledge of government and policy, of technology and democracy reform, and of impacted communities
• Strong research, writing, analysis, and communication skills
• Organized, proactive, and willing to learn
• Able to balance differing responsibilities and prioritize
• Able to manage projects and see them through to completion
• Able to work well independently, as part of a team
• Able to handle confidential information and exercise discretion
• Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU
• Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work
• Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflict

Nice to have

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Stipend available for students who are lawfully authorized to work
• Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit

Before you apply

• Must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship
• Stipend is available for students who are lawfully authorized to work
• Refrain from using AI-powered chatbots, search engines, or real-time assistance tools to generate CV, cover letter or writing sample
• All candidates must formally submit an application

About the company

The ACLU has worked for over 100 years to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. The National Political Advocacy Department works to strengthen the efforts of the ACLU at the federal, state, and local levels of government.