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ACLU of Northern California · 3 months ago

Summer 2026 Legal Intern (Appellate Advocacy & Special Litigation)

San Francisco, CA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

The ACLU of Northern California is seeking law students for a Summer 2026 Legal Internship focused on appellate advocacy. The intern will work closely with the Director of Appellate Advocacy, contributing to litigation efforts and participating in strategy meetings while gaining valuable experience in civil liberties and rights advocacy.

CharityNon ProfitPublic Safety

Responsibilities

Work directly with the Director of Appellate Advocacy to advance the goals of the Legal Advocacy Department

Contribute to litigation at the Department level and/or within one of the Department's issue-based programs

Focus on appellate advocacy projects, as well as work on projects at various stages of litigation, including investigating, developing, and initiating affirmative cases; and drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs

Participate in strategy meetings with other ACLU staff and coalition partners, as well as monthly department meetings where prospective litigation and policies strategy are discussed

Work across the Department's three broad issue areas, including Criminal Law & Immigration and Democracy, Speech & Technology