Spring 2027 Editorial Intern

The Lawfare Institute

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About The Position

Lawfare is seeking a Spring 2027 Editorial Intern to work alongside its editorial team on a digital publication covering issues at the intersection of national security, law, and politics. The internship is designed to provide students with meaningful, practical experience related to their studies or career interests, including opportunities for career exploration and skills development.

The intern will help run and maintain the Lawfare website and will develop skills in writing, research, and site maintenance. The internship is scheduled to run from January 8, 2027, to May 30, 2027, although the start and end dates are flexible. Interns must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship. Lawfare will pay $18.40 per hour. Full-time applicants who can work 35–40 hours per week during regular business hours, approximately 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. ET, are preferred; part-time applicants who can also work during regular business hours will be considered.

Requirements

• Must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship.
• Strong writing, analytical, and research skills.
• Excellent verbal and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate students in their sophomore, junior, or senior year are encouraged to apply.
• Prior independent research or previous experience as a research assistant is preferred.
• Availability for 35–40 hours per week during regular business hours is preferred; part-time applicants able to work during regular business hours will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Work with Associate Editors to monitor national security and foreign policy developments.
• Write “Today on Lawfare,” a compilation of Lawfare’s coverage of national security and legal news, four to five times per week.
• Work with Associate Editors to co-write an in-depth analytical piece on a relevant national security law and policy issue.
• Write “The Week that Was,” a weekly guide to Lawfare publications.
• Provide research support to the Lawfare editorial team and management as needed.
• Tag and categorize Lawfare posts.
• Track relevant congressional hearings.
• Track and add relevant events to the Events Calendar.
• Assist Associate Editors with production of the Lawfare Podcast, Lawfare Live, and other programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed