Summer 2026 DNC Legal Internship jobs in United States
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Democratic National Committee · 1 month ago

Summer 2026 DNC Legal Internship

positionWashington, DC
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
workcardStart in 2026 Summer

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is seeking interns for their Summer 2026 Internship Program, providing a unique opportunity for future leaders to gain hands-on experience in Democratic politics. Interns will work with the DNC Legal team, focusing on legal topics relevant to a national party committee and its political activities, while also conducting research and supporting contract workflows.

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Responsibilities

Conduct research and fact-finding on a variety of topics
Draft organized and clear documents, including emails, legal memoranda, training materials, and presentations
Work with the Legal team to develop appropriate internal policies and processes
Attend internal and external meetings as needed
Support contracts work flow via research, template development and initial review of basic contracts
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Perform other legal and administrative duties as assigned
Attend mandatory onboarding/offboarding sessions

Qualification

Legal researchContract negotiationLegal writingPresentation skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Currently enrolled in a JD or LLM program at an ABA certified, U.S.-based institution
Graduated with a JD or LLM from an ABA certified, U.S.-based institution no more than two years before the first day of the internship
Graduated with a JD or LLM from an ABA certified, U.S.-based institution and currently enrolled in a non-legal graduate program
Applicants must be 18 years of age on or before the first day of the internship
Commitment of 20 hours per week during the program
Physically present in the United States to participate in this internship program
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Democratic National Committee

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The Democratic National Committee is the formal governing body for the United States Democratic Party.
dateFounded in 1848
location
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://democrats.org/

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Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Arthur Thompson
Chief Technology Officer
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Kristy Hetherington
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
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