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Summer 2025 Paid Undergraduate Intern, Trone Center for Justice and Equality

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ACLU

Oct 18

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Research & Development
  • New York
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should be an undergrad committed to justice, with strong research and communication skills, able to work independently and in teams, while valuing diversity and ACLU's mission.
  • You will conduct research, draft communications, assist with training and initiatives, support the Trone Center Director, and embed equity and inclusion principles in all tasks.

Requirements

  • This Internship is open to undergraduate students. Interns should possess the following:
  • Demonstrated commitment to the issues on which the Trone Center for Justice and Equality works
  • Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team
  • Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative, manage a variety of tasks and see projects through to completion
  • Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regard to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability and socio-economic circumstance
  • Commitment to the mission of the ACLU

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research and analysis on issues in the criminal justice and racial justice fields
  • Draft communications, memos, and presentations
  • Assist the Legal Operations team in department-wide initiatives, trainings, and compliance
  • Support the Trone Center and the work of the Trone Center Director in other tasks as assigned
  • Center principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging in all work, embedding the values in program development, policy application, and organizational practices and processes

FAQs

What is the location of the internship?

The internship is based in New York, NY, but candidates can choose a fully remote or hybrid (part in-person and part remote) arrangement.

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship lasts for a full-time commitment of 10 weeks, with start dates of either May 27 or June 9, 2025.

How many hours per week will the intern work?

The intern will work 35 hours per week.

Is there a stipend for this internship?

Yes, the internship offers a stipend of $20 per hour for undergraduate students or those with equivalent experience.

What type of tasks will the intern be responsible for?

The intern will conduct research and analysis, draft communications, assist the Legal Operations team, support the Trone Center Director, and ensure equity and inclusion principles are embedded in their work.

What qualities are required from applicants?

Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to the issues addressed by the Trone Center, possess excellent research, writing, and communication skills, and show strong interpersonal capabilities.

Does the ACLU prioritize diversity and inclusion?

Yes, the ACLU is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion as core values central to their work in advancing liberty, equality, and justice for all.

Are there any specific commitments expected from the intern?

Interns are expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office and respect differences in terms of race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability, and socio-economic circumstance.

Can the internship count for course credit?

Yes, arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit.

Is prior experience in criminal justice or racial justice required?

While prior experience is beneficial, it is not explicitly required; a demonstrated commitment to the issues is essential.

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Mission & Purpose

The ACLU is an non-profit, non-partisan organization of people who believe in the power of action. We are united by the quest – “We the people dare to create a more perfect union.” Whether in the courts, statehouses, Congress or communities, we fight to defend the rights that the Constitution guarantees to all of us —regardless of who we are, where we come from, whom we love, or what we believe. Together, we take up the toughest civil rights and liberties challenges of our time. We seek to inspire those who want change to become the ones who make change.