Summer 2026 Legal Department 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 an intern to provide administrative, research, writing, and general project support to the Legal Department. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work directly alongside the General Counsel and legal department, providing aspiring law students with substantive exposure to some legal research, policy analysis, and strategic legal thinking. Note: This internship is in-person at our DC office.
Requirements
- The ideal candidates are independent self-starters, operate with a high-level of integrity, confidentiality and discretion, highly organized, detail-oriented, friendly, punctual, energetic, and have a sense of humor.
- Interns must also have excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, as well as a passion for our issues.
- Experience with Windows, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word is necessary, and database or other information-management experience is very helpful.
- Applicant must be open to evolving responsibilities.
- This internship is only open to current undergraduate students.
Responsibilities
- Assist with general research and administrative work for the Brennan Center, including coordinating meetings, and drafting routine correspondence.
- Attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on program work.
- Work in collaboration with the General Counsel and her team to identify opportunities to systematize and enhance the department’s recordkeeping systems related to compliance and litigation processes.
- Assisting with data entry relating to past and current litigation matters
- Compiling template litigation pleadings and court rules
- Reviewing and updating litigation-related website content
- Preparing and updating guidance documents for staff distribution
- Researching special projects as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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