Spring 2027 Graduate, National Political Advocacy - Trans Justice Campaign

ACLU - Internships • New York, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The ACLU is seeking a graduate intern for the Trans Justice Campaign within the National Political Advocacy Department at its National office in New York. The hybrid internship offers experience with intersectional campaign work, personal research opportunities, and political education focused on trans justice. The intern will work with the campaign team, ACLU affiliates, trans-led organizations, and national and state-based partners to advance a pro-Trans, pro-multiracial democracy agenda. Assignments may also address emerging team needs.

Applicants must be currently matriculated graduate students or have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, and must be based in the United States for the entire internship. The internship can be full-time for 35 hours per week over 10 consecutive weeks or part-time for 10, 15, or 20 hours per week over 12 consecutive weeks. The start date is January 11 or January 25, 2027. A stipend of $24 per hour is available for graduate students or those with equivalent experience who are lawfully authorized to work. Work/study or course-credit arrangements may be made with educational institutions.

Requirements

• Be a currently matriculated graduate student or have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Be based in the United States for the entire duration of the internship.
• Have knowledge of government and policy, a framework for contextualizing trans justice issues, and an understanding of grassroots and community organizing for power building.
• Have strong research, writing, analysis, and communication skills.
• Be organized, proactive, willing to learn, able to balance responsibilities and prioritize, and able to manage projects through completion.
• Work effectively independently and as part of a team, handle confidential information, and exercise discretion.
• Be committed to advancing the ACLU’s mission.
• Demonstrate commitment to diversity and embed principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging while respecting and valuing multiple perspectives.
• Be committed to working collaboratively and respectfully to resolve obstacles and conflict.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to apply and leverage technology to advance advocacy goals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on issues related to political education topics.
• Prepare, produce, and develop training or advocacy materials.
• Attend meetings to gain firsthand knowledge of trans justice campaigns and collaborative work.
• Research relevant federal and state legislative trends affecting trans lives, including housing and healthcare.
• Support the Trans Justice fellowship program through content development, logistics, and facilitation.

Benefits

• A stipend of $24 per hour for graduate students or equivalent experience who are lawfully authorized to work.
• Work/study or course-credit arrangements may be made with educational institutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern