Fall 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. This internship is in-person at our Washington DC office.
Requirements
- 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.
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Passion for our issues.
- Experience with Windows, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word is necessary.
- Applicant must be open to evolving responsibilities.
- This internship is only open to undergraduate students for Fall 2026.
Nice To Haves
- Database or other information-management experience is very helpful.
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.
- Identify opportunities to systematize and enhance the department’s recordkeeping systems related to compliance and litigation processes.
- Assist with data entry relating to past and current litigation matters.
- Compile template litigation pleadings and court rules.
- Review and update litigation-related website content.
- Prepare and update guidance documents for staff distribution.
- Research special projects as assigned.
Benefits
- Pay: $18.40 per hour
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
