The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is one of the nation’s leading national racial justice legal organizations. Formed in 1963 at the request of President John F. Kennedy, the Lawyers’ Committee uses legal advocacy to achieve racial justice, fighting inside and outside the courts to ensure that Black people and other people of color have the voice, opportunity, and power to make the promises of our democracy real.
Job Title: Fall Legal Intern Location: Washington, DC Job Type: Part Time or Full Time Term: September 16th, 2024 - December 6th, 2024
About the Role: The Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law offers legal internships to support our work to achieve racial justice. Our interns contribute to projects that make impactful change and provide the intern with professional and personal development. The Lawyers’ Committee’s full-time staff is based in Washington, DC and is divided into several departments including: Digital Justice, Economic Justice, Fair Housing, Educational Opportunities, Public Policy and Criminal Justice.
All interns will receive a $450 stipend.
Internships can be full time (37.5 hours per week) or part time depending on class schedule.
Interns are given meaningful projects that expand their skill set and allow opportunity for growth. Our goal is for interns to gain relevant and valuable experience that helps them in their academic and professional careers.
Our interns gain positive working relationships and mentors they can carry throughout their career.
Fall interns with a full course load must work between 10 to 15 hours a week during the fall semester, and 20 hours without a full course load. Students can commute into the Lawyers’ Committee office or work remotely.
Full-time interns are also accepted. Fall interns typically attend colleges and universities in or around the metropolitan District of Columbia region, although the Lawyers’ Committee is also happy to host students participating in externship or academic exchange programs.
What You’ll be Doing: Legal interns are those that are currently enrolled in law school. Ideal candidates can work independently, have excellent research and writing skills, and an interest in public service, government or congressional affairs, and public policy. A passion for civil rights is necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities of an intern. The day to day for interns can vary based on department, but you can expect:
Conducting legal research.
Assisting in drafting legal documents.
Organizing case files/maintaining documents.
Communicating with clients under the supervision of attorneys.
Analyzing legal issues and providing summaries or recommendations based on research findings.
Providing administrative support to attorneys.
Assisting in reviewing and summarizing legal documents.
Application Process:
All materials should be submitted by August 23, 2024 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time. Application materials must be submitted via the Lawyers’ Committee Application System. The deadline will be strictly enforced. The writing sample must be the applicant’s original work—please indicate at the beginning of the document whether and the extent to which it has been edited by others.
Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about civil rights, racial justice, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, we want to hear from you. Join our mission to drive positive change and contribute to our dynamic team!
Be part of the force for civil rights and make a lasting impact. Submit your application to help us create a more equitable and inclusive world.