Summer 2026 Legal Intern, Litigation Department
Company:ACLU - Internships
Location:United States
Languages:English
Seniority level:Entry, Completion of 1L year of law school by summer 2026; preference for candidates who will have already completed their 2L year
Experience:Completion of 1L year of law school by summer 2026; preference for candidates who will have already completed their 2L year
Skills:
Microsoft Office SuiteWritingResearch skills
Requirements:
Currently matriculated legal students Completion of 1L year of law school by summer 2026; preference for candidates who will have already completed their 2L year Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Attention to detail, excellent organization and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, and racial justice Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis Kindness, generosity, and humility Experience drafting briefs before the United States Supreme Court (preferred) Familiarity with or previous experience working on Section 1983 litigation; immigration law; LGBTQ rights; free speech; administrative law; national security law; structural constitutional law (preferred)
Responsibilities:
Conduct legal research and analysis to support new and active litigation projects Aid in drafting of legal memoranda, motions, and briefs Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys Gain exposure to advocacy strategy development and coalition management for Supreme Court cases
