Fall 2026 Democracy Undergraduate Internship
About The Position
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. We are seeking interns to provide research, administrative, and clerical support to staff in our New York office in our Democracy program. This internship is in-person at our New York office.
Requirements
- Independent self-starters; detail-oriented; energetic; punctual; and highly organized.
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Passion for our issues.
- Experience with Microsoft Office is a must.
- Applicants must be open to evolving responsibilities.
- This internship is only open to undergraduate students for Fall 2026.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with data is very helpful.
- Whether you are new to the nonprofit law and policy sector, returning to work after a gap in employment, looking to make a career transition, or seeking to advance your professional path, we welcome your application.
- If you’re uncertain about meeting 100 percent of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Responsibilities
- Assist with general research, administrative, and clerical work, including filing, answering phones, coordinating meetings, drafting routine correspondence and covering the reception desk.
- Attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on program work.
- Provide support for litigation.
- Assist in the research for, and rollout of, reports.
- Aid the program’s advocacy efforts in Voting, Elections and Government, Judiciary, Federal Reform, Redistricting, and other related projects.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
