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Spring 2025 LNS Legal Internship, NY

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Brennan Center for Justice

Oct 8, 2024

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Government & Politics
    Legal
  • New York

Requirements

  • Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills; initiative, imagination, and versatility; and a passion for our issues.
  • This internship is only open to current law students.
  • We seek to hire interns who have a commitment to and/or experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • The following material is required to apply for our internship:
  • 1. a cover letter explaining why you are interested in Liberty & National Security (NY) policy issues;
  • 2. a current law school transcript;
  • 3. a 5-10 page writing sample reflecting legal analysis;
  • 4. a current resume; and
  • 5. contact information for three references.

Responsibilities

  • All interns will assist with general administrative, research and clerical work for the Brennan Center, including filing, photocopying, answering phones, shipping and mailing, coordinating meetings, drafting routine correspondence and covering the reception desk. Additionally, there will be opportunities to attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on program work. Interns may assist with a variety of activities, including conducting legal research and writing for amicus briefs, policy reports, and other advocacy documents; drafting communications to legislators; assisting with writing comments to federal agencies; attending coalition meetings; drafting posts for the Brennan Center blog; and more.

FAQs

Is this internship paid?

Yes, the internship is paid at a rate of $20.00 per hour.

What are the hours expected for this internship?

Interns are expected to work approximately 10-15 hours per week.

Can undergraduate students apply for this internship?

No, this internship is only open to current law students.

What is the application deadline for this internship?

The application deadline is November 15, 2024.

What materials are required to apply for the internship?

Applicants need to submit a cover letter, a current law school transcript, a 5-10 page writing sample, a current resume, and contact information for three references.

Is the internship position in-person or remote?

This internship is in-person at the Brennan Center's New York office.

Are there opportunities for diverse candidates?

Yes, the Brennan Center is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Will interns have opportunities for substantive work?

Yes, interns will assist with legal and policy analysis, legislative drafting, and advocacy activities, among other tasks.

Are there any COVID-19 vaccination requirements for interns?

Yes, the Brennan Center requires all employees working in the New York office to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or meet legal guidelines for an exemption.

How are applications reviewed for this internship?

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and it's encouraged to apply early as positions may be filled once qualified candidates are found.

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Brennan Center for Justice

We are a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve our systems of democracy and justice.

Law
Industry
51-200
Employees
1995
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Brennan Center for Justice is a non-partisan law and policy institute that focuses on improving systems of democracy and justice. They conduct research, advocacy, and litigation to protect voting rights, ensure fair representation, and promote justice reform. Their aim is to strengthen democracy, advance equal justice, and safeguard the fundamental freedoms that underpin the United States' democratic system. By addressing pressing issues through innovative solutions, the Brennan Center seeks to create a fairer, more inclusive, and more equitable society.

Culture & Values

  • Drive Visionary Goals through a Pragmatic Approach

    We strive to reform our systems of democracy and justice by delivering clear-minded and independent analysis. We earn trust in our professional expertise through rigorous research and a focus on facts. Realizing durable change takes time, so we always keep in mind the long-term impact of our initiatives. We set achievable goals with tangible outcomes, and reach them through practical, solutions-driven methods.

  • Promote Openness & Accessibility

    We produce our best outcomes by leveraging diverse experiences and perspectives. We foster an internal culture that is equitable and rooted in dignity and respect. Historically marginalized communities suffer most from the problems we seek to solve, and colleagues that reflect those communities enrich our work. We welcome all staff and external contributors at the intersections of race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, age, ability, religion, and socioeconomic status. By exercising multidisciplinary thinking, we aim to generate ideas that are accessible and relevant to our teams and the broader multiethnic American public.

  • Nurture Growth & Excellence

    We foster a spirit of curiosity and inquiry, adapting to new information, taking ambitious risks, and learning new skills that will develop us professionally and personally. We exercise creativity and innovation in alignment with our mission, constantly advancing both the organization and ourselves.

  • Cultivate Meaningful Teamwork & Collaboration

    Collaboration and teamwork are essential to growing and sustaining our development. We strive to build trusting bonds through mutual accountability and communication that is inclusive and transparent. We reinforce these bonds with unwavering kindness, humility, flexibility, and empathy across all teams. We make decisions through a balance of thoughtful feedback, respectful candor, and careful consideration of all points of view.