Summer 2027 Legal Internship

Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press legal team offers up to three full-time summer internships for current law students in their first or second year (1Ls and 2Ls). Interns work with Reporters Committee attorneys on litigation and amicus-related projects, conduct legal research, and gain hands-on experience addressing a broad range of media law issues.

Applications should be submitted by January 1 for the summer term. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample (preferably a legal writing sample), and a copy of their most recent law school transcript; transcripts are required only for 2L applicants. Application materials should be submitted together in one PDF or Word file. Only complete applications will advance in the hiring process.

Requirements

• Must be a current law student in the first or second year (1L or 2L).
• Be detail-oriented.
• Be interested in expanding knowledge of U.S. press freedom and media law issues.

Nice To Haves

• A strong background or interest in journalism is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with Reporters Committee attorneys on litigation and amicus-related projects.
• Conduct legal research.
• Gain hands-on experience addressing a broad range of media law issues.

What This Job Offers

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