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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 Center?s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving Constitutional protections in the fight against terrorism. 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.We seek law students to work alongside staff in our Washington office on the Brennan Center?s policy advocacy, research, and litigation initiatives. Activities may include legal and policy analysis; legislative drafting at federal, state, and local levels; administrative and legislative advocacy; public education and scholarship; and litigation in trial and appellate courts. The Brennan Center?s 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 starts at the end of May and lasts for approximately 10 weeks. We may accommodate a limited number of split summers.Qualifications: Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills; initiative, imagination, and versatility; and a passion for our issues.DC CoreWe are seeking a legal intern for hire to work with the DC office staff on a variety of issues at the Brennan Center. Under the supervision of and supporting the work of the Washington Office staff, the intern will undertake legal and legislative research; attend congressional briefings and hearings; and contribute to the advocacy goals of the Washington office, which includes opportunities to participate in coalition engagement, attend lobbying meetings, and assist with policy communications. The internship will entail a research and advocacy focus on issues within the scope of the Brennan Center?s justice and democracy work. How to Apply: Please visit https://brennancenter.applytojob.com/apply/4XuBTXmaUS/Spring-2021-Legal-Internship-In-DC-DC-Core and upload all of the following:
a cover letter explaining why you are interested in joining DC Core;
a current law school transcript (1Ls may send the transcript separately, as soon as it is available);
a legal writing sample;
a current resume; and
contact information for three references.
Applications should be submitted through our website.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. Applications will close on December 4, 2020 at 5pm.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. To this end, Brennan Center
Hires staff that reflects this country's full range of racial, ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic identities, gender identities, and sexual orientations;
Creates a workplace where true diversity is fostered and different perspectives are valued and freely exchanged;
Ensures that all members of the Brennan Center community feel welcome and respected, and have equal opportunities to thrive and advance within the institution; and ?
Is committed to supporting low-income communities and communities of color particularly affected by social inequities.