Spring 2026 IT Undergraduate Internship, DC

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 Centers 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. The Brennan Center seeks an intern to assist our IT Director in providing help desk support to our staff in New York and DC. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic student to launch a career in Information Technology. Note: This internship is in-person at our Washington DC office. Responsibilities: Provide desktop and telephone support to all Brennan Center employees. Properly document all calls and problem resolutions. Provide user-level software support, including but not limited to, MS Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access), Adobe Acrobat, Office 365, and Sage fundraising database) Upgrade, repair and replace computers and printers as needed. Experience/Skills/Requirements: Technician Level 1 Strong communication skills, problem-solving ability and detail-orientation. At least a beginners knowledge of hardware and software installation. MS Office (desktop and cloud based) skills Familiarity with standard desktop concepts, including TCP/IP settings and troubleshooting network connectivity issues. Excellent listening and verbal skills. Familiar with major smartphone and tablets models and OS A basic understanding of various mobile device platforms and Macintosh. 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. Therefore, please consider submitting your application. In your cover letter, please share your interest in the position and what you hope to contribute to the role.  This internship is only open to current undergraduate students.   Hours: Approximately 10 - 20 hours per week   Pay: $17.95 per hour   Duration: Spring Semester 2026 Application Deadline: November 24, 2025  Note: The Brennan Center will follow the rules of your school regarding internships. Therefore, if a school doesnt 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 schools program. To Apply:Please visit

Created: 2025-10-01