ACLU of Northern California · 3 months ago
Summer 2026 Legal Intern (Appellate Advocacy & Special Litigation)
San Francisco, CA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerThe ACLU of Northern California is seeking law students for their Summer 2026 Legal Intern position focused on appellate advocacy and special litigation. The intern will work closely with the Director of Appellate Advocacy to contribute to litigation efforts and engage in various projects related to civil liberties and civil rights.
CharityNon ProfitPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Contributing to litigation at the Department level and/or within one of the Department’s issue-based programs
Focusing on appellate advocacy projects
Working on projects at various stages of litigation, including investigating, developing, and initiating affirmative cases
Drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs
Participating in strategy meetings with other ACLU staff and coalition partners
Attending monthly department meetings where prospective litigation and policies strategy are discussed
Working across the Department’s three broad issue areas, including Criminal Law & Immigration and Democracy, Speech & Technology
Qualification
Required
Currently attending law school
Demonstrate a passion for and a commitment to work for social justice and the ideals of the ACLU
Strong research, writing, and oral communication skills
Ability to articulate a commitment to work for social justice and the ideals of the ACLU
Company
ACLU of Northern California
The ACLU of Northern California is an enduring guardian of justice, fairness, equality.
Founded in 1934
51-200 employees
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