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ACLU · 2 weeks ago

Summer 2026 Legal Intern, Capital Punishment Project

Hybrid-Durham, North Carolina

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$24/hr - $24/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

The ACLU is seeking a Summer Legal Intern for their Capital Punishment Project in Durham, N.C. The intern will conduct legal and policy research, draft legal documents, and assist in public education efforts related to the abolition of the death penalty.

AdviceLegalNon Profit

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conducting legal and policy research

Drafting memoranda, affidavits, and briefs

Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims

Researching and drafting materials for public education

Qualification

Legal researchLegal writingMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCommitment to civil rightsTeamworkInitiative

Required

Currently matriculated legal students

Based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship

Complete 1 year of law school before the internship commences

A demonstrated/strong interest in the abolition of the death penalty and a commitment to civil rights

Excellent research, writing and communication skills

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team

Strong computer skills, particularly web-based research and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel)

Initiative to see projects through to completion

Commitment to advancing the mission of the ACLU

Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives

Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts

Company

ACLU

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The ACLU is an non-profit, non-partisan organization of people who believe in the power of action.

Founded in 1920

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees

https://www.aclu.org/

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