Spring 2026 Democracy Legal Internship, NY

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 Centeru2019s 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 u2013 in Congress and the states, in the courts, and in the court of public opinion.u00a0u00a0u00a0 The Brennan Center's Democracy Program seeks to perfect the ideal of representative self-government by advocating for public policies and institutions that reflect a diverse, engaged, and energetic democracy. The Program collaborates with grassroots groups, advocacy organizations, and reform-minded government officials to promote policies that eliminate barriers to full and equal political participation.u00a0u00a0u00a0 We are seeking second and third-year law students to work alongside staff in our New York office on the Brennan Centeru2019s policy advocacy, research, and litigation initiatives during the Fall 2025 semester. Activities may include legal, policy, and factual research in support of: administrative and legislative advocacy at federal, state, and local levels; public education and scholarship; complex factual research; and litigation in trial and appellate courts. The Brennan Centeru2019s interns are integral to all aspects of our work, including programmatic and strategic planning. We strive to offer a fun and intellectually challenging legal intern experience that supports and supplements the vital advocacy offered by the Brennan Center. The internship lasts for the semester.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Assignments will be drawn from work on voting rights; reform of election administration; campaign finance reform and the empowerment of historically disenfranchised communities; protecting the independence, impartiality, and integrity of the courts; and eliminating partisan gerrymandering and other manipulations of electoral maps.u00a0u00a0u00a0 Note: This internship is in-person at our New York City office.u00a0 u00a0 Qualifications: Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills; initiative, imagination, and versatility; and a passion for our issues.u00a0u00a0u00a0 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.u00a0u00a0u00a0 We are committed to considering a wide range of candidates, including those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.u00a0 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.u00a0u00a0 u00a0 This internship is only open to current law students.u00a0 Hours: Approximately 10 - 15 hours per weeku00a0 u00a0 Pay: $20.45 per houru00a0u00a0 u00a0 Duration: Spring Semester 2026u00a0 u00a0u00a0 u00a0 Application Deadline: November 24, 2025u00a0 Note: The Brennan Center will follow the rules of your school regarding internships. Therefore, if a school doesnu2019t 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 schoolu2019s program.u00a0u00a0u00a0 The following material is required to apply for our internship:u00a0u00a0u00a0 + a cover letter explaining why you are interested in Democracy (NY) policy issues;u00a0u00a0u00a0 + a current law school transcript;u00a0u00a0u00a0 + a legal writing sample (5-10 pages);u00a0u00a0u00a0 + a current resume; andu00a0u00a0u00a0 + contact information for three supervisor references.u00a0u00a0u00a0 To Apply: u00a0 Please visit >>LINK HERE Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage interested students to apply early, as the positions will be filled once qualified candidates are found. No phone calls, please.u00a0u00a0u00a0 If you have difficulty with the online system, you may send your application by e-mail to: with

Created: 2025-10-04