Fall 2026 DNC Legal Internship
About The Position
The DNC is accepting applications for our Fall 2026 Internship Program. Interning at the DNC is a unique opportunity for hardworking, passionate future leaders to gain real life, hands-on experience in Democratic politics, strengthen their understanding of the political process, and prepare them for future political opportunities. The program will run from August 31, 2026 - November 13, 2026 and will be conducted in a hybrid format. Interns who are based in the Washington D.C. area will have an opportunity to perform in-person work for the DNC at the Democratic National Headquarters and DNC events. You must be located in the United States to apply for this internship. The DNC Internship Program provides a stipend of $3,000. Housing is not provided. During the upcoming term, interns are expected to work 20 hours per week. The deadline for applications is, June 15, 2026. This internship is limited to current law school students and recent graduates. Do not apply if you are an undergraduate.
Requirements
- Applicants must be 18 years of age on or before the first day of the internship
- Currently enrolled in a JD or LLM program at an ABA certified, U.S.-based institution
- Graduated with a JD or LLM from an ABA certified, U.S.-based institution no more than two years before the first day of the internship
- Graduated with a JD or LLM from an ABA certified, U.S.-based institution and currently enrolled in a non-legal graduate program
- Commitment of 20 hours per week during the program
- Physically present in the United States to participate in this internship program
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Writing Sample
- References
Responsibilities
- Conduct research and fact-finding on a variety of topics
- Draft organized and clear documents, including emails, legal memoranda, training materials, and presentations
- Work with the Legal team to develop appropriate internal policies and processes
- Attend internal and external meetings as needed
- Support contracts work flow via research, template development and initial review of basic contracts
- Research
- Perform other legal and administrative duties as assigned
- Attend mandatory onboarding/offboarding sessions
Benefits
- Stipend of $3,000
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
