2026 Summer Legal Intern, Bolder Advocacy

Alliance for Justice

19h•$8,000•Remote

About The Position

Alliance for Justice (AFJ) is a national association of over 140 organizations representing a broad array of groups committed to progressive values and the creation of an equitable, just, and free society. AFJ’s programs comprise three core pillars: Our Bolder Advocacy program builds progressive power by providing nonprofit advocates with the training, technical assistance, and resources they need to comply with the federal and state laws associated with nonprofit advocacy. Bolder Advocacy is the nation’s leading resource for foundations and nonprofits who want to engage more actively and knowledgeably in the policymaking process. Our Justice Program works to ensure that our state and federal courts protect our democracy and our core rights and values, preserve human rights, and provide access to justice for all. We research federal judicial nominees, educate the public and elected leaders about them, and advocate for demographically and professionally diverse nominees, who will protect our rights. Our Outreach & Membership team deepens and expands the engagement of AFJ’s core constituencies, including supporting our member organizations with Bolder Advocacy, judicial nominations, and capacity building resources to advance their missions. We also educate and mobilize members, partners, and advocates with the tools and AFJ resources they need to advocate for courts that protect the rights of all us and defend nonprofits’ role in protecting our democracy. AFJ is proud to offer paid summer associate positions, providing $8,000 in compensation for the duration of the program. One of these positions will be a Bolder Advocacy (BA) Legal Intern, where the selected intern will gain valuable experience supporting nonprofits nationwide engaging in advocacy and policymaking. This is a 10-week program typically scheduled from June to August. We are eager to partner with law students who receive partial or full funding from an external source. If the third-party funding falls short of the $8,000 commitment from AFJ, we will cover the difference to ensure the intern receives the full salary.

Requirements

Current law student
Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills
Ability to analyze and clearly explain legal concepts plainly
An interest in public policy and/or working with nonprofit organizations
An interest in nonprofit advocacy law (lobbying, campaign finance, etc.)
A demonstrated commitment to the public interest
Applicant must be able to work 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

Attend BA trainings to learn nonprofit law and public presentation skills.
Support trainers as needed (e.g. answer substantive questions, tech and logistic support, etc.).
Research, draft, and respond to technical assistance questions under the supervision of BA attorneys.
Monitor federal, state, and local legislation that affects nonprofit advocacy or issues that impact the progressive nonprofit sector.
Track developments in nonprofit advocacy and write blog posts or articles on the topic.
Attend training preparation calls, partnership meetings, and/or community convenings.
Conduct research and analysis related to a broad array of public interest law and/or progressive issues.
Research and conduct outreach to new audiences or nonprofits primarily working in AFJ’s priority issue areas.
Work with AFJ’s Communications and Development teams to draft press releases, blog posts, web and social media content.
Perform other duties as necessary.