Spring 2027 Legal Department Undergraduate Internship

Note: This internship is in-person at our Washington D.C. office.

Responsibilities: Assistingwithdata entry relating to past and currentlitigation matters Compilingtemplatelitigationpleadingsand court rules Reviewingand updatinglitigation-related website content Preparing and updating guidance documents for staff distribution Researchingspecial projectsas assigned Experience/Skills/Requirements The ideal candidates are independent self-starters, operatewith a high level of integrity, confidentialityand 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 Wordis necessary, and databaseor other information-managementexperience isvery helpful. Applicantsmust be open to evolving responsibilities. We are committed to considering a wide range of candidates, including those with diverse experiences and backgrounds. If you're uncertain about meeting 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. In your cover letter, please share your interest in the position and what you hope to contribute to the role.

Hours: Approximately 10-20 hours per week Pay: $18.40 per hour Duration: Spring Semester 2027 Application Deadline: November 23, 2026 Note: The Brennan Center will follow the rules of your school regarding internships. Therefore, if a school doesn't allow you to do a paid internship for some reason (i.e., receiving credit, etc.), then your internship will not be paid. In addition, if you are participating in a formal school internship program that allows you to work more than our stated hours, we will make a determination based on our needs and further assessment of your school's program. The Brennan Center for Justice is committed to a workplace based on equal opportunity and a strong belief in the increased effectiveness that comes from a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, ethnicity, gender identity, socioeconomic identity, sexual orientation, national origin, previous incarceration, disability, military veteran/status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. To this end, we welcome all qualified applicants to apply.