[blindlaw] ACLU position
Denise Avant
dravant at ameritech.net
Sat Mar 16 14:33:39 UTC 2013
Hello all,
I am pasting the information about the ACLU position I forwarded to this list a couple of days ago. I had forgotten that the list does not accept attachments. the description is quite lengthly.
Staff Attorney-ACLUF Immigrants’ Rights Project, New York, NY or San Francisco, CA
Office: National Offices, New York, NY; National Offices, California Location: California, New York
September 27, 2012
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
STAFF ATTORNEY [IRP-30]
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION
Immigrants’ Rights Project, New York, NY or San Francisco, CA
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with more than 500,000 members and is dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Immigrants’ Rights Project (IRP) of the ACLU’s National office seeks applications from experienced litigators for the full-time position of Staff Attorney. This position will be based in New York, NY or San Francisco, CA.
OVERVIEW
The IRP conducts the largest litigation program in the country dedicated to enforcing and defending the constitutional and civil rights of immigrants and to combating public and private discrimination against non-citizens. The IRP also supports and coordinates the immigrants’ rights work of the ACLU’s 53 affiliates around the country. IRP maintains offices in New York and California (and additional staff in Los Angeles and Atlanta) with a combined staff of fifteen, plus legal fellows, interns and volunteers. Current areas of litigation and advocacy include state and local anti-immigrant laws and practices; immigration enforcement practices and racial profiling; immigration detention; habeas corpus and access to the courts; discriminatory language and education policies; and due process in immigration removal proceedings. The Immigrants’ Rights Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Equality which works to uphold the federal constitution’s promise that all Americans will receive equal protection of the law. The Center also includes the ACLU’s Racial Justice, Voting and Disability work.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and participate in impact litigation on behalf of immigrants in federal trial and appellate courts.
Conduct legal research and fact investigation on immigrants’ rights issues. Identify and evaluate issues subject to legal challenge.
Support and advise ACLU affiliates, coalition partners and the immigration bar on legal and policy issues.
Serve as a resource for ACLU legislative and policy work, including legal analysis of proposed legislation and
government policies and practices.
Advance ACLU goals through public education, advocacy and media.
Supervise more junior attorneys, legal fellows, paralegals and student interns.
Work on funding proposals, reports and donor solicitations as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS
J.D. required. Significant federal court litigation experience (five years or more) is strongly preferred.
Federal judicial clerkship preferred.
Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
Demonstrated commitment to public interest law.
Ability to engage in complex legal analysis and fact investigation in an impact litigation setting.
Excellent legal research and writing skills are essential.
Supervisory and mentoring experience is preferred.
Knowledge of immigration law is a plus.
Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
Willingness to travel is required.
COMPENSATION
The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within the parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested persons should submit a cover letter, resume, a legal writing sample (sample will not be returned) and the names of three (3) references via email to: hrjobsIRP at aclu.org reference [IRP-30/ ACLU-W] in subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Immigrants’ Rights Project postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.
As of November 15th, we will only accept email submissions of applications. Any applications that are mailed prior to this date will be considered.
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”
http://www.aclu.org/job/staff-attorney-acluf-immigrants-rights-project-new-york-ny-or-san-francisco-ca
Managing Attorney, Equality Center - ACLUF Legal Department, New York, NY or Washington, DC
Office: National Offices, New York, NY Location: New York
November 15, 2012
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Managing Attorney, Equality Center – Voting Rights Program [CE-03]
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Legal Department, NY or Washington, DC
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), with now more than 500,000 members, was founded in 1920 and is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The ACLU’s Equality Center seeks applicants for a full-time Managing Attorney position largely focused on Voting Rights. The position will be in the ACLU’s New York City or Washington DC office.
OVERVIEW
The ACLU has a long history of defending the right to vote, which it believes is the backbone of democracy. The ACLU played a critical role in convincing the U.S. Supreme Court to establish the “one person, one vote” rule and in strengthening the Voting Rights Act in 1982. Through persistent litigation, voter empowerment, and fighting efforts to restrict the vote in state legislatures, the ACLU helped make it possible for minority voters all over America to participate in the electoral process, and through that, to change the face of government.
Today, the ACLU’s voting rights work includes litigation and working for strong federal and state legislation and policy. The work is carried out through the Legal and Advocacy Departments of the national ACLU, its Washington Legislative Office, and by the ACLU’s 53 affiliate offices around the country. The voting rights work is part of the ACLU’s Center for Equality which works to uphold the federal constitution’s promise that all Americans will receive equal protection of the law. The Equality Center also includes the ACLU’s work on racial justice, immigrant’s rights
and disability.
The ACLU’s work has been devoted to: 1) leveling the playing field for racial and language minorities; 2) making one person, one vote a reality; and 3) reforming the electoral process so that it is easy for everyone to vote. Currently, the ACLU is helping to fight back against a flood of state laws aimed at making it more difficult to register and vote. The ACLU is also helping to resist constitutional attacks on the Voting Rights Act, which more than any other law, has made it possible for minorities in America to exercise real political power.
The job of the Managing Voting Rights Attorney will be to: 1) supervise the ACLU Equality Center lawyers who work on Voting Rights; 2) work to refine the vision for ACLU voting rights work, and revise the strategic plan as necessary to reflect that vision; 3) litigate cases; 4) work with lobbyists in the Washington Legislative office, Policy Counsel and Advocates and the Communications Department to advance the ACLU’s goals on voting; 5) work with ACLU affiliates to develop and refine their voting rights work; and 6) work with other groups involved in voting rights. Over time, the Managing Attorney may work on other issues. The Managing Attorney will report to the Director of the Equality Center.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
With the Center Director and staff working on voting, refine the ACLU’s vision and priorities on voting rights.
Responsible for implementation of the ACLU’s strategic plans to achieve its vision on voting rights.
Supervise national ACLU lawyers working primarily on voting rights and other lawyers working on
voting cases.
Work with other areas of the ACLU to develop and coordinate the ACLU’s non-litigation advocacy on voting rights.
Advise, support and inspire ACLU state affiliates to pursue and expand work on voting rights issues in their own jurisdictions independently and in collaboration with the National ACLU.
Work with the ACLU’s Development Department to communicate the ACLU’s goals and programs on voting to foundations and individual donors and prospects.
Collaborate with other parts of the ACLU, particularly the other parts of the Center for Equality, to strengthen our commitment as a nation to easily accessible voting for all.
Work with sister organizations and advocates to advance voting rights and be a public spokesperson in speeches, debates, the media and other settings to advance the ACLU’s vision of the right to vote.
Be involved in litigation.
Work on other issues as determined by the Center Director.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications
A J.D. with three or more years of experience with litigation, legislation or policy.
Demonstrated ability to think creatively and strategically about using the law to achieve change.
Demonstrated commitment to constitutional and civil rights and public interest law.
Ability to engage in complex legal analysis and fact investigation in impact litigation, policy and legislative advocacy settings, sometimes under tight deadlines.
Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
Ability to work with other public interest and community groups.
Excellent legal research and writing skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and persuasively is essential.
Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.
Preferred Qualifications
Four or more years of experience as a litigator, legislative lawyer or in crafting and/or implementing voting rights policy is strongly preferred.
Prior supervisory or management experience is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to help develop and implement multi-faceted advocacy campaigns that include litigation, lobbying and advocacy, communications, public education, and community organizing is preferred.
Demonstrated commitment to voting rights.
Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
This position requires significant travel.
COMPENSATION
The ACLU offers a generous compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within the
parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter (with salary requirements), resume and legal writing sample by email to hrjobsCE at aclu.org – reference [CE-03/ACLU-W] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to the Voting Rights Project job postings. In order to ensure your application is received, please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.
Alternatively materials can be sent by mail to:
Center for Equality
RE: [CE-03/ACLU-W]
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation 125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10004
Please indicate where you learned of this career opportunity.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”
Legislative Counsel/Lobbyist - ACLU Washington Legislative Office, Washington, DC
Office: National Offices, Washington, DC Location: District of Columbia
February 20, 2013
CAREER OPPORTUNITY Legislative Counsel/Lobbyist [IRI-14/15] American Civil Liberties Union Washington Legislative Office, Washington, DC
For more than 92 years, the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), has been at the forefront of virtually every major battle for civil liberties and equal justice in this country. Principled and nonpartisan, the ACLU has offices in all 50 states, Washington, DC and Puerto Rico, and brings together the country’s largest team of public interest lawyers, lobbyists, communication strategists, and members and activists in the advancement of equality, fairness, and freedom, especially for the most vulnerable in our society. The Washington Legislative Office (WLO) in the ACLU’s National Office in Washington, DC seeks applicants for two full-time Legislative Counsel/Lobbyist positions. The positions are for a duration of two years.
OVERVIEW
The Legislative Counsel/Lobbyist will be part of an exciting new interdisciplinary team that will integrate and capitalize on the expertise of staff focused on litigation, communications, advocacy, and alliance and coalition building. The Legislative Counsel/Lobbyist will work under the supervision of the WLO Chief of Staff. While the primary focus of the position will concern a portfolio of issues related to immigrants’ rights, the Counsel will be knowledgeable about a wide range of civil liberties issues, and will also be responsible for responding to emerging priorities as identified by the office.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare and deliver testimony on pending legislation before Congressional committees;
Research and draft legislative memoranda on federal bills and proposed administrative rules and
regulations affecting civil liberties;
Lobby members of Congress, their staff and administration officials to support ACLU positions on pending legislation and policy initiatives;
Coordinate and conduct in-depth civil liberties briefings for Congressional and Executive Branch staff;
Participate as the ACLU representative in meetings of ad hoc lobbying and policy coalitions;
Work with national and local media to brief them on legislative and executive branch priorities;
Collaborate with other ACLU national and affiliate staff and representatives of coalition allies. Organize, lead, and work with outside groups to bolster support for ACLU policy goals or to minimize opposition to those goals;
Coordinate efforts across the organization including legal projects, communications staff, state strategists, and affiliates around the country to keep them abreast of and enlist their support for ACLU lobbying work on the relevant portfolio of issues; and
Supervise an administrative staff person, ACLU volunteers and interns.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
J.D. degree, other advanced degree, or equivalent legislative experience is required;
Three (3) or more years of combined experience working on legislative and policy matters. Experience in
the field of immigrants’ rights is preferred;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills,
Demonstrated ability to analyze legislative and administrative policy;
Ability to work independently, as well as within a team;
An understanding of issues relating to law, public policy and the strategies and tools needed to achieve
policy change using federal legislative, administrative, and regulatory processes;
A capacity to organize, lead and work with coalitions to achieve lobbying goals;
Litigation or lobbying experience involving civil liberties or related public interest issues is a plus. Immigrants’ rights experience is strongly preferred, including knowledge of key policy issues related to immigration reform, enforcement, detention and deportation.
Commitment to the mission of the ACLU.
COMPENSATION
The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within the parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter (with salary requirements), resume and writing sample that demonstrates legal or policy analysis skills via email to: hrjobsWLO at aclu.org. Please reference [IRI-14/15/ACLU-W] in the subject line. Please note that this email address is specific to the Department in which the vacancy exists. In order to ensure your application is received, please make certain it is sent to the correct e- mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of your application materials.
Alternatively, application materials may be sent by mail to: American Civil Liberties Union
RE: [IRI-14/15/ACLU-W]
915 15th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”
Staff Attorney-ACLUF Immigrants’ Rights Project, San Francisco, Phoenix, Kansas City, St. Louis, or Atlanta
Office: National Offices, California; National Offices, Kansas City; National Offices, Atlanta; National Offices, St Louis; National Offices, Phoenix
Location: Arizona, California, Georgia, Kansas, Missouri
December 27, 2012
Career Opportunity
Staff Attorney [IRP-26,27,28,29] AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION Immigrants’ Rights Project
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with more than 500,000 members, and is dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the Constitution. The Immigrants’ Rights Project of the ACLU’s National office is seeking applicants for four full-time Staff Attorney positions as part of a coordinated campaign to defeat unconstitutional anti-immigrant laws and policies. Each Staff Attorney position will be based in an ACLU office in San Francisco, Phoenix, Kansas City, St. Louis or Atlanta. Each attorney will work in coordination with ACLU state affiliates and ACLU national advocacy and communications colleagues to fight anti-immigrant measures in an assigned region of the country—Southwest, Midwest, or Southeast. Each staff attorney position is for a duration of three years.
OVERVIEW
These four positions are part of an ACLU initiative to launch significant new litigation, advocacy, and public education to fight back against anti-immigrant state laws and policies. In recent years, state and local lawmakers around the country have adopted unconstitutional legislation and policies designed to take federal immigration regulation and enforcement into their own hands. These policies invite discrimination against immigrants, Latinos, and other communities of color and erode civil rights and civil liberties by, for example, permitting police officers to
demand documentation from anyone who is subject to routine encounters with law enforcement. The civil liberties threats are especially dire in the southwestern, midwestern and southeastern regions of the country, where state legislatures have enacted some of the nation’s harshest anti-immigrant laws and local law enforcement agencies have implemented unconstitutional policies and practices relating to immigration enforcement.
The four attorneys will be part of IRP’s national legal staff and will engage in litigation and advocacy challenging unconstitutional laws and practices targeting immigrants, as well as public education and training about the constitutional and civil rights of immigrants and other affected communities. The attorneys will work closely with ACLU affiliates and immigrants’ rights advocates in one of three assigned regions: the Southwest, the Midwest, or the Southeast.
The IRP conducts the largest litigation program in the country dedicated to enforcing and defending the constitutional and civil rights of immigrants and to combating public and private discrimination against non- citizens. The IRP also supports and coordinates the immigrants’ rights work of the ACLU’s 53 affiliates around the country. The IRP maintains offices in New York and California (and additional staff in Los Angeles and Atlanta) with combined staff of fifteen, plus legal fellows, interns and volunteers. Current areas of litigation and advocacy include
state and local anti-immigrant laws and practices; immigration enforcement practices and racial profiling; immigration detention; habeas corpus and access to the courts; discriminatory language and education policies; and due process in immigration removal proceedings. The IRP is part of the ACLU’s Center for Equality, which works to uphold the federal constitution’s promise that all Americans will receive equal protection of the law. The Center also includes the ACLU’s Racial Justice, Voting and Disability work.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate in significant federal court impact litigation on behalf of immigrants and other affected communities, including case development, motions and briefs, client and witness interviews, and discovery.
Assist in developing and assessing potential litigation to challenge unconstitutional laws and practices targeting immigrants, by conducting legal research and fact investigation to identify issues subject to challenge.
Serve as a liaison to immigrant communities and advocates in an assigned region of the country (Southwest, Midwest or Southeast) to foster two-way communication about civil rights and civil liberties issues.
Work in conjunction with advocacy staff to support and advise the ACLU affiliates in the assigned region on legal and policy issues involving the civil and constitutional rights of immigrants and other affected communities.
Work in conjunction with communications staff to assist in developing public education materials and making presentations on the civil and constitutional rights of immigrants and others affected by policies that target immigrants. Public education efforts will be geared toward different audiences, including affected immigrant communities and direct service providers including immigration and criminal defense attorneys.
Serve as a resource for ACLU legislative and policy work; advance ACLU goals through public education, advocacy and media.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
J.D. is required. Significant federal court litigation experience is strongly preferred. Knowledge of immigration law is helpful but not required.
Must be self-motivated and able to work independently as well as within a team. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law.
Ability to engage in complex legal analysis and fact-finding.
Excellent legal research and writing skills are essential.
Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred.
Experience in grass-roots organizing is helpful but not required.
Ability to travel is essential as the position will require frequent travel throughout the assigned region and to IRP’s offices in New York and California.
COMPENSATION
The ACLU offers compensation commensurate with experience and within the parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.
HOW TO APPLY
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation has engaged the Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group to help with this hire. Please apply by using the following link https://searchlight.cluen.com/E5/JobDetails.aspx?URLKey=7oypzax1.
As of November 15th, we will only accept email submissions of applications. Any applications that are mailed prior to this date will be considered.
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”
http://www.aclu.org/job/staff-attorney-acluf-immigrants-rights-project-san-francisco-ca-0
LEGAL INTERNSHIPS
Fall 2013 Legal Internship-ACLUF National Prison Project, Washington, D.C.
Office: Legal Internships Location: District of Columbia
March 4, 2013
FALL 2013 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY NOTICE TO LAW STUDENTS AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION National Prison Project, Washington, D.C.
For more than 92 years, the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), has been at the forefront of virtually every major battle for civil liberties and equal justice in this country. Principled and nonpartisan, the ACLU has offices in all 50 states, Washington, DC and Puerto Rico, and brings together the country’s largest team of public interest lawyers, lobbyists, communication strategists, and members and activists in the advancement of equality, fairness, and freedom, especially for the most vulnerable in our society.
The National Prison Project of the ACLU’s National Office in Washington, D.C. seeks applicants for its Fall 2013 Legal Internship.
OVERVIEW
Founded in 1972 by the American Civil Liberties Union, the National Prison Project (NPP) seeks to ensure constitutional conditions of confinement in prisons, jails, juvenile facilities, and immigration detention facilities. It seeks to promote prisoners’ rights through class action litigation and public education. NPP priorities include reducing prison overcrowding, improving prisoner medical care, eliminating violence and maltreatment, and increasing oversight and accountability in prisons, jails, and other places of detention. The Project also coordinates a nationwide network of litigators, conducts training and public education conferences, and provides expert advice and technical assistance to local community groups and lawyers throughout the country.
The Project also works to challenge the policies of over-incarceration that have led the United States to imprison more people than any other country in the world. This is an opportune moment to reform such policies. There is a
growing consensus among criminal justice experts and policymakers that America’s criminal justice system has relied too heavily on incarceration as the first and often only response for non-violent behavior that could better be addressed through other means. The population in American prisons and jails has tripled in the past 15 years and now approaches two and a half million. Facilities are overcrowded; medical systems are overwhelmed; work, education, and treatment programs are inadequate; and prison violence has increased. This failed experiment does not make us safer, it is not affordable, and it exacerbates the racial disparities that have long plagued the criminal justice system.
The Project, with a staff of seven lawyers, has fought and continues to fight unlawful prison conditions and practices through successful litigation on behalf of prisoners in more than 25 states. Since 1991, the Project has represented prisoners in five cases before the United States Supreme Court. It is the only organization litigating prison conditions of confinement nationwide on behalf of men, women, and juveniles. Currently, the Project represents over 50,000 prisoners housed in prisons and jails in 12 states, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
The Fall 2013 Legal Internship requires a 12-16 week commitment. The internship is part-time, with weekly hours that are negotiable. Because this is an unpaid internship, students are highly encouraged to seek support for Public Interest Fellowship stipends. Arrangements can also be made with the student’s educational institution for a work/study stipend or course credit.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The internship is designed to provide interns with the opportunity to learn about public interest law, with a prisoners’ rights focus. Interns will work with the National Prison Project team, and gain hands on experience in all aspects of litigation work including but not limited to:
Conducting research on prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims.
Participating in discovery and motion practice.
Assisting in the drafting of motions and briefs.
Assisting with trials and appeals.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
The internship is open to all law students. Applicants should possess:
Excellent research, writing and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including internet research.
Demonstrated initiative to see projects through to completion.
Demonstrated interest in social justice and legal issues.
A strong interest and commitment to civil rights and civil liberties issues.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should send a cover letter, a resume, the names and telephone numbers of three references, and a legal writing sample of no more than ten pages to hrjobsNPPinternship at aclu.org - reference [NPP Fall 2013 Legal Internship] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to National Prison Project postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials. Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
Eric Balaban
American Civil Liberties Union
RE: NPP Fall 2013 Legal Internship
915 15th Street, NW –Seventh Floor
Washington, DC 20005
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their
materials as early as possible.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage applicants who need accommodation in the application process to contact Recruitment at aclu.org. Correspondence sent to the Recruitment at aclu.org address that is not related to accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”
Spring 2013 Legal Internship-ACLUF Reproductive Freedom Project, NY
Office: Legal Internships Location: New York
December 13, 2012
SPRING 2013 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY NOTICE TO FIRST AND SECOND YEAR LAW STUDENTS AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION
Reproductive Freedom Project, NY
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with more than 500,000 members and is dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Reproductive Freedom Project of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City seeks legal interns for the Spring of 2013.
OVERVIEW
The mission of the ACLU’s Reproductive Freedom Project (RFP) is to secure a world that respects and supports everyone’s right to form intimate relationships and to decide whether and when to have a child. Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, The Project strives to ensure that the freedoms and opportunities enjoyed by some become the freedoms and opportunities enjoyed by all. In particular, the Project works to ensure access to abortion services, comprehensive sex education, and affordable contraception, and to protect the rights of marginalized women to continue their pregnancies. The ACLU is particularly committed to ensuring that individuals’ reproductive rights are not compromised because of their race, youth, or economic status, and believes that reproductive rights work must be informed by broader racial and social justice considerations.
For more than three decades, RFP has participated in nearly every critical reproductive rights case before the Supreme Court and in significant cases in federal and state courts too numerous to count, including challenges to intrusive counseling laws; laws that defund organizations because they provide or refer for abortion; bans on abortion procedures; laws that restrict teens’ access to abortion; and restrictions on insurance coverage of abortion.
The ACLU is also the nation’s leading expert on the intersection between reproductive rights and the religion and free speech clauses of the First Amendment. The Reproductive Freedom Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU’s work on reproductive rights, women’s rights, LGBT issues, and freedom of religion and belief.
The Reproductive Freedom Project is unique among reproductive rights organizations in that it works with the ACLU’s nationwide network of affiliates and across the organization with attorneys who specialize in other civil liberties areas, including free speech, race and poverty issues, and lesbian and gay rights.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
The Spring 2013 Legal Internship offers interns the opportunity to work on all aspects of litigation. The Internship requires a 10-12 week commitment and is part-time, with weekly hours that are negotiable. Interns are highly encouraged to seek outside funding, as the internship is unpaid. Arrangements can be made with the interns’ school for work/study or course credit.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the RFP team. They will gain experience by:
Conducting legal and policy research.
Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs
Assisting with researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims.
Assisting with researching and drafting materials for public education.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
This Legal Internship is open to first and second year law students who possess the following:
Excellent research, writing and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including internet research.
The initiative to see projects through to completion.
Demonstrated interest in social justice and legal issues.
A strong interest and commitment to civil rights and civil liberties issues.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should send a cover letter, a resume, the names and telephone numbers of three references, an official or unofficial transcript, and a legal writing sample, no more than 10 pages in length, by email to hrjobsRFP at aclu.org. Reference [RFP Spring 2013 Legal Internship] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Reproductive Freedom Project postings. In order to ensure your application is received, please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of materials.
Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
Law Student Intern Program
RE: RFP Spring 2013 Legal Internship American Civil Liberties Union
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10004
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.
Students are encouraged to submit applications as early as possible, as decisions are made on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until the internship is filled.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications
required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name
“ACLU.”
Spring/Summer 2013 Legal Internship-ACLUF Equality Center - Disability Rights Program, San Francisco, CA
Office: Legal Internships Location: California
January 3, 2013
SPRING /SUMMER 2013 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
NOTICE TO LAW STUDENTS
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION
Equality Center - Disability Rights Program, San Francisco, CA
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization with more than 500,000 members dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Equality Center – Disability Rights Program of the ACLU’s National Office San Francisco seeks applicants for a Spring/Summer 2013 Legal Internship.
OVERVIEW
The ACLU has a long history of defending the rights of people with disabilities. It played a major role in securing passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ACLU has battled discrimination against persons with HIV/AIDS and stood up for the voting rights of persons with disabilities in the ongoing debate over electoral reform. It has fought to obtain adequate health care and access to services for prisoners with disabilities across the country. The ACLU also established the right to treatment for persons with mental illness who are involuntarily committed. INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
The Internship requires a 10 to 16 week commitment. The internship may be full-time or part-time, with weekly hours that are negotiable. Because this is an unpaid internship, students are highly encouraged to seek support for Public Interest Fellowship stipends. Arrangements can also be made with the student's law school for a work/study stipend or course credit.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITES
The Legal Internship program is designed to provide an intern with the opportunity to learn about public interest law, with a disability rights focus. The intern will work closely with the Equality Center Disability Counsel. He/she
will be expected to:
Conduct internet and other factual research and collaborate with staff in preparing background memoranda on selected policy issues.
Provide legal research and analysis.
Collect and analyze statistical and social science data for use in litigation and policy presentations.
Assist with outreach to disability organizations.
Assist with the development and maintenance of websites, materials and other public information pieces.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
The internship is open to students who are currently enrolled in law school, have completed their first year, and who possess the following:
Excellent research, writing and communications skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including internet research.
Ability to work independently.
Experience with disability rights law, legislative lobbying, and personal experience with disability preferred.
Demonstrated commitment to civil rights and civil liberties issues.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send a letter of interest, a resume, a writing sample (no more than five pages in length), and the names and phone numbers of two references to hrjobsCE at aclu.org - reference [2013 Legal Internship – Equality Center- Disability] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Disability Rights postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect
to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the receipt of application materials.
Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
Susan Mizner
American Civil Liberties Union
RE: SPRING/SUMMER 2013 Legal Internship – Equality Center
39 Drumm Street
San Francisco, CA 94111
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.
Students are encouraged to submit application materials as early as possible, since decisions are made on a rolling basis.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name
“ACLU.”
http://www.aclu.org/job/springsummer-2013-legal-internship-acluf-equality-center-disability-rights-program-san- francisco
Summer 2013 Legal Internship Opportunity, Capital Punishment Project -- ACLU, Durham, NC
Office: Legal Internships Location: North Carolina
November 15, 2012
SUMMER 2013 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY NOTICE TO FIRST AND SECOND YEAR LAW STUDENTS
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION Capital Punishment Project, Durham, NC
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with more than 500,000 members and is dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Capital Punishment Project (CPP) of the ACLU’s National Office in Durham, N.C. seeks applicants for its Summer 2013 Legal Internship, which will begin in June 2013.
OVERVIEW
The Capital Punishment Project, part of the ACLU’s Center for Justice, challenges the unfairness and arbitrariness of capital punishment while working toward the ultimate goal of abolishing the death penalty. The Project engages in public advocacy and strategic litigation, including direct representation of capital defendants. The Project’s litigation is conducted throughout the country, with particular focus on the South.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
The Summer 2013 Legal Internship offers Interns theopportunity to work on all aspects of litigation. The internship requires a 10-12 week commitment and is full-time. Because this is an unpaid internship, students are highly encouraged to seek Public Interest Fellowship funds. Arrangements can also be made with the student’s law school for work/study stipends or course credit. Interns who do not secure funding may be eligible for a stipend provided
by the Project.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Legal Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the CPP team. Interns will gain experience by:
Conducting legal and policy research.
Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs.
Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims.
Assisting with researching and drafting materials for public education.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
The Internship is open to first and second year law students who possess the following:
Excellent research, writing and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including internet research.
The initiative to see projects through to completion.
An interest in the abolition of the death penalty.
A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights and social justice.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter, resume, short writing sample (no more than 10 pages in length), and a list of three references to hrjobsCPP at aclu.org. Reference [CPP Summer 2013 Legal Internship] in the subject line. Please
note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Capital Punishment Project postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials. Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
Renee Rauch
RE: CPP Summer 2013 Legal Internship
American Civil Liberties Union
201 West Main Street, Suite 402 Durham, NC 27701
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.
Applicants are encouraged to submit materials as early as possible, as decisions are made on a rolling basis. The
deadline to apply is February 12, 2013, however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status.
We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”
http://www.aclu.org/job/summer-2013-legal-internship-opportunity-capital-punishment-project-aclu-durham-nc
Spring 2013 Legal Internship-ACLUF National Prison Project, Washington, DC
Office: Legal Internships Location: District of Columbia
November 14, 2012
SPRING 2013 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY NOTICE TO LAW STUDENTS AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION National Prison Project, Washington, DC
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with more than 500,000 members and is dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The National Prison Project of the ACLU’s National Office in Washington, D.C. seeks legal interns for the Spring of 2013.
OVERVIEW
Founded in 1972 by the American Civil Liberties Union, the National Prison Project (NPP) seeks to ensure constitutional conditions of confinement in prisons, jails, juvenile facilities, and immigration detention facilities. It seeks to promote prisoners’ rights through class action litigation and public education. NPP priorities include reducing prison overcrowding, improving prisoner medical care, eliminating violence and maltreatment, and increasing oversight and accountability in prisons, jails, and other places of detention. The Project also coordinates a nationwide network of litigators, conducts training and public education conferences, and provides expert advice and technical assistance to local community groups and lawyers throughout the country.
The Project also works to challenge the policies of over-incarceration that have led the United States to imprison more people than any other country in the world. This is an opportune moment to reform such policies. There is a growing consensus among criminal justice experts and policymakers that America’s criminal justice system has relied too heavily on incarceration as the first and often only response for non-violent behavior that could better be addressed through other means. The population in American prisons and jails has tripled in the past 15 years and now approaches two and a half million. Facilities are overcrowded; medical systems are overwhelmed; work, education, and treatment programs are inadequate; and prison violence has increased. This failed experiment does not make us safer, it is not affordable, and it exacerbates the racial disparities that have long plagued the criminal justice system.
The Project, with a staff of seven lawyers, has fought and continues to fight unlawful prison conditions and practices through successful litigation on behalf of prisoners in more than 25 states. Since 1991, the Project has represented
prisoners in five cases before the United States Supreme Court. It is the only organization litigating prison conditions of confinement nationwide on behalf of men, women, and juveniles. Currently, the Project represents over 50,000 prisoners housed in prisons and jails in 12 states, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
The Spring 2013 Legal Internship requires a 12-16 week commitment. The internship is part-time, with weekly hours that are negotiable. Because this is an unpaid internship, students are highly encouraged to seek support for Public Interest Fellowship stipends. Arrangements can also be made with the student’s law school for work/study stipends or course credit.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the National Prison Project team. Interns will gain hands on experience in all aspects of litigation work including but not limited to:
Conducting research on prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims.
Participating in discovery and motion practice.
Assisting in the drafting of motions and briefs.
Assisting with trials and appeals.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
This legal internship is open to all law students. Applicants should possess:
Excellent research, writing and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including internet research.
Demonstrated initiative to see projects through to completion.
Demonstrated interest in social justice and legal issues.
A strong interest and commitment to civil rights and civil liberties issues.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should send a cover letter, a resume, the names and telephone numbers of three references, and a legal writing sample of no more than ten pages to hrjobsNPPinternship at aclu.org - reference [NPP Spring 2013 Legal Internship] in
subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to National Prison Project postings.In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.
Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
Eric Balaban
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
RE: NPP Spring 2013 Legal Internship
915 15th Street, NW – Seventh Floor
Washington, DC 20005
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their materials as early as possible.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission,
and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”
http://www.aclu.org/node/36751
Summer 2013 Legal Internship - ACLUF Reproductive Freedom Project, NY
Office: Legal Internships Location: New York
October 10, 2012
SUMMER 2013 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY NOTICE TO FIRST AND SECOND YEAR LAW STUDENTS AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION Reproductive Freedom Project, NY
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with more than 500,000 members and is dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Reproductive Freedom Project (RFP) of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City seeks legal interns for the Summer of 2013.
OVERVIEW
The mission of the ACLU’s Reproductive Freedom Project (RFP) is to secure a world that respects and supports everyone’s right to form intimate relationships and to decide whether and when to have a child. Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, RFP strives to ensure that the freedoms and opportunities enjoyed by some become the freedoms and opportunities enjoyed by all. In particular, The Project works to ensure access to abortion services, comprehensive sex education, and affordable contraception, and to protect the rights of marginalized women to continue their pregnancies. The ACLU is particularly committed to ensuring that individuals’ reproductive rights are not compromised because of their race, youth, or economic status, and believes that reproductive rights work must be informed by broader racial and social justice considerations.
For more than three decades, RFP has participated in nearly every critical reproductive rights case before the Supreme Court and in significant cases in federal and state courts too numerous to count, including challenges to intrusive counseling laws; laws that defund organizations because they provide or refer for abortion; bans on abortion procedures; laws that restrict teens’ access to abortion; and restrictions on insurance coverage of abortion. The ACLU is also the nation’s leading expert on the intersection between reproductive rights and the religion and free speech clauses of the First Amendment.
The Reproductive Freedom Project is unique among reproductive rights organizations in that it works with the ACLU’s nationwide network of affiliates and other attorneys in the organization who specialize in other civil liberties areas, including free speech, race and poverty issues, and lesbian and gay rights. In addition, the Reproductive
Freedom Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU’s work on reproductive rights, women’s rights, LGBT issues, and freedom of religion and belief.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
The Summer 2013 Internship offers Legal Interns the opportunity to work on all aspects of litigation. The Internship requires a 10-12 week commitment and is full-time. Because this is an unpaid internship, students are highly encouraged to seek support for Public Interest Fellowship stipends. Arrangements can also be made with the student’s law school for work/study stipends or course credit. Summer Legal Interns who do not secure funding will be eligible for a stipend provided by the Project.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Legal Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the RFP team. Interns will gain experience by:
Conducting factual and legal research.
Assisting in the drafting of pleadings, briefs and other litigation documents.
Researching and drafting materials for public education.
Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
This Legal Internship is open to first and second year law students who possess the following:
Excellent research, writing and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including internet research.
The initiative to see projects through to completion.
Demonstrated interest in social justice and legal issues.
Familiarity with civil liberties issues related to reproductive freedom is desirable; commitment to these issues is essential.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should send a cover letter, a resume, the names and telephone numbers of three references, an official or unofficial transcript, and a legal writing sample, preferably no more than 10 pages in length, by email to hrjobsRFP at aclu.org reference [RFP Summer 2013 Legal Internship] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Reproductive Freedom Project postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.
Alternatively applications can be sent by mail to:
Law Student Intern Program
RE: RFP Summer 2013 Legal Internship
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10004
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Applications from second year law students must be postmarked no later than December 1, 2012. Applications from first year law students must be postmarked no later than January 10, 2013. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their materials as early as possible.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages
applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”
2013 Summer Legal Internship-ACLUF Program on Freedom of Religion and Belief, DC
October 5, 2012
2013 SUMMER LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
NOTICE TO LAW STUDENTS
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION
Program on Freedom of Religion and Belief, DC
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan
organization with more than 500,000 members dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Program on Freedom of Religion and Belief (PFRB) of the ACLU’s National Office in Washington, DC invites applications for Legal Interns for the Summer of 2013.
OVERVIEW
The Program on Freedom of Religion and Belief was established by the ACLU in 2005. The Program is designed to help safeguard American constitutional principles by ensuring that laws and governmental practices neither promote religion nor interfere with its free exercise. The Program’s goal is to preserve religious liberty through an integrated strategy of litigation, education, and public advocacy.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
The Summer 2013 Legal Internship requires a 10-12 week commitment and is full-time. Because this is an unpaid internship, students are highly encouraged to seek support for Public Interest Fellowship stipends. Arrangements can also be made with the student’s law school for work/study stipends or course credit. Interns who do not secure funding will be eligible for a stipend provided by the Program.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
The Summer Legal Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working closely with the Director, Staff Attorney and other staff of the Program. Interns will assist in all aspects of litigation, and will gain experience by :
Conducting legal research and factual investigation.
Drafting of memoranda, complaints, discovery materials, and briefs.
Assisting ACLU affiliates, private attorneys, governmental entities, and others who seek the ACLU’s help.
Screening potential cases and researching or drafting materials for public education.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
This Legal Internship is open to all law students who possess the following:
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
The initiative to see projects through to completion.
The ability to work with a wide range of people.
A strong interest and commitment to civil rights and civil liberties issues.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should send a cover letter explaining their interest in the internship, a resume, three references, an official or unofficial transcript, and a legal writing sample, no more than 10 pages in length, via email to hrjobsPFRB at aclu.org- reference [Summer 2013 PFRB Legal Internship] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Program on Freedom of Religion and Belief postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.
Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
Law Student Intern Program American Civil Liberties Union Foundation RE: Summer 2013 PFRB Legal Internship 915 15th Street, NW - 6th Floor Washington DC, 20005
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.
Students are encouraged to submit applications as early as possible, as decisions are made on a rolling basis.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations
in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”
Summer 2013 Legal Internship-ACLUF Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender & AIDS Project, NY
Office: Legal Internships Location: New York
September 27, 2012
SUMMER 2013 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY NOTICE TO FIRST AND SECOND YEAR LAW STUDENTS
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION
Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender & AIDS Project, NY
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920 is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization with more than 500,000 members dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and AIDS Project of the ACLU’s National Office in New York
City seeks legal interns for the Summer of 2013.
OVERVIEW
Founded in 1986, the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender (LGBT) & AIDS Project is a division of the national office of the ACLU. It is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which encompasses the ACLU’s work on women’s rights, reproductive freedom, LGBT rights and the rights of people living with HIV, and freedom of religion and belief. The Center for Liberty is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes.
The goal of the Project is the creation of a society in which lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people and people with HIV enjoy the basic rights of equality, privacy and personal autonomy, and freedom of belief, expression and association. This means an America where there is the ability to live open and honest lives without fear of discrimination or abuse, respect for our identities, relationships and families, and fair treatment in employment, schools, health care, housing and public places and programs.
The Project brings “impact” lawsuits in state and federal courts throughout the country – cases designed to have a significant effect on the lives of LGBT people and those with HIV/AIDS. The Project’s legal strategies are built on the idea that fighting for civil rights means not only persuading judges but also ultimately changing the way people think. As the Project litigates for change, it implements targeted media, online and outreach campaigns to change public attitudes
through education and to give people on the frontlines the tools they need to act.
As a part of the ACLU, the Project is in a unique position to work for equality. The ACLU’s national network of affiliates broadens the Project’s reach into every locality and into the federal government. Today, the ACLU brings more LGBT cases and advocacy initiatives than any other national civil rights organization. The Project strives to ensure that the racial and economic diversity of the LGBT community is reflected in its work and continues to explore ways to make its efforts more sensitive to the needs of people of color and people who are economically disadvantaged. The Project’s work as part of the broad civil liberties agenda of the ACLU exemplifies the notion that the LGBT community and the community of those living with HIV/AIDS must work in concert with other social change movements in order to achieve a just society for all.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
The Summer 2013 Legal Internship offers Legal Interns the opportunity to work on all aspects of litigation. The Internship requires a 10-12 week commitment and is full-time. Because this is an unpaid internship, students are highly encouraged to seek support for Public Interest Fellowship stipends. Arrangements can also be made with the student’s law school for work/study stipends or course credit. Summer Legal Interns who do not secure funding will be eligible for a stipend provided by the Project.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Legal Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the LGBT and AIDS Project team. Interns will gain experience by:
Conducting factual and legal research.
Assisting in the drafting of pleadings, briefs and other litigation documents.
Researching and drafting materials for public education.
Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
This Legal Internship is open to first and second year law students who possess the following:
Excellent research, writing, analytical and communication skills.
The initiative to see projects through to completion.
The ability to work with a wide range of people.
Familiarity with civil rights and civil liberties issues affecting LGBT people and those living with HIV/AIDS is desirable; commitment to these issues is essential.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should send a cover letter, a resume, the names and telephone numbers of three references, and a legal writing sample to hrjobsLGBTintern at aclu.org - reference [LGBT Summer 2013 Legal Internship] in subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to LGBT & AIDS Project postings.In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.
Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
Law Student Intern Program
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
RE: LGBT Summer 2013 Legal Internship
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10004
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Applications from second year law students must be postmarked no later than December 1, 2012. Applications from first year law students must be postmarked no later than January 10, 2013. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their materials as early as possible.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”
Spring 2013 Legal Internship-ACLU Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender & AIDS Project, NY
Office: Legal Internships Location: New York
September 27, 2012
SPRING 2013 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY NOTICE TO FIRST AND SECOND YEAR LAW STUDENTS
AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION
Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender & AIDS Project, NY
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920 is a nationwide, nonprofit, nonpartisan
organization with more than 500,000 members dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and AIDS Project of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City seeks legal interns for the Spring of 2013.
OVERVIEW
Founded in 1986, the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender (LGBT) & AIDS Project is a division of the national office of the ACLU. It is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which encompasses the ACLU’s work on women’s rights, reproductive freedom, LGBT rights and the rights of people living with HIV, and freedom of religion and belief. The Center for Liberty is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The goal of the Project is the creation of a society in which lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people and people with HIV enjoy the basic rights of equality, privacy and personal autonomy, and freedom of belief, expression and association. This means an America where there is the ability to live open and honest lives without fear of discrimination or abuse, respect for our identities, relationships and families, and fair treatment in employment, schools, health care, housing and public places and programs.
The Project brings “impact” lawsuits in state and federal courts throughout the country – cases designed to have a significant effect on the lives of LGBT people and those with HIV/AIDS. The Project’s legal strategies are built on the idea that fighting for civil rights means not only persuading judges but also ultimately changing the way people think. As the Project litigates for change, it implements targeted media, online and outreach campaigns to change public attitudes
through education and to give people on the frontlines the tools they need to act.
As a part of the ACLU, the Project is in a unique position to work for equality. The ACLU’s national network of affiliates broadens the Project’s reach into every locality and into the federal government. Today, the ACLU brings more LGBT cases and advocacy initiatives than any other national civil rights organization. The Project strives to ensure that the racial and economic diversity of the LGBT community is reflected in its work and continues to explore ways to make its efforts more sensitive to the needs of people of color and people who are economically disadvantaged. The Project’s work as part of the broad civil liberties agenda of the ACLU exemplifies the notion that the LGBT community and the community of those living with HIV/AIDS must work in concert with other social change movements in order to achieve a just society for all.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
The Spring Legal Internship offers Legal Interns the opportunity to work on all aspects of litigation. The Internship requires a minimum commitment of 12 to 16 hours per week and is part-time. Because this is an unpaid internship, students are highly encouraged to seek support for Public Interest Fellowship stipends. Arrangements can also be made with the student’s law school for work/study stipends or course credit.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the LGBT and AIDS Project team. Interns will gain experience by:
Conducting factual and legal research.
Assisting in the drafting of pleadings, briefs and other litigation documents.
Researching and drafting materials for public education.
Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
This Legal Internship is open to first and second year law students who possess the following:
Excellent research, writing, analytical and communication skills.
The initiative to see projects through to completion.
The ability to work with a wide range of people.
Familiarity with civil rights and civil liberties issues affecting LGBT people and those living with HIV/AIDS is desirable; commitment to these issues is essential
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should send a cover letter, a resume, the names and telephone numbers of three references, and a legal writing sample to hrjobsLGBTintern at aclu.org - reference [LGBT Spring 2013 Legal Internship] in subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to LGBT & AIDS Project postings.In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.
Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
Law Student Intern Program
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
RE: LGBT Spring 2013 Legal Internship
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10004
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Hiring for Spring 2013 Legal Interns is expected to be
completed by December 1, 2012. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their materials as early as possible.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”
Summer 2013 Legal Internship-ACLUF Racial Justice Program, NY
Office: Legal Internships Location: New York
September 24, 2012
SUMMER 2013 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY NOTICE TO ALL LAW STUDENTS AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION FOUNDATION Racial Justice Program, NY
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), founded in 1920, is a nationwide nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with more than 500,000 members and is dedicated to the principles of liberty and equality embodied in the U.S. Constitution. The Racial Justice Program of the ACLU’s National Office in New York City seeks legal interns for the Summer of 2013.
OVERVIEW
The ACLU’s Racial Justice Program (RJP) aims to preserve and extend constitutionally guaranteed rights as well as other rights, to segments of the population that historically have been denied those rights on the basis of race, ethnicity or national origin. Interns will work with an experienced team of racial justice attorneys in the ACLU’s New York City National Office on a broad range of issues, particularly in the areas of criminal justice and education.
In the area of criminal justice, RJP is dedicated to reducing the unwarranted targeting of people of color and the racially disproportionate imposition of incarceration. It has filed civil challenges to the inadequate provision of defense to adult and juvenile indigents and pre- and post-9/11 racial profiling.
In the area of education, RJP seeks to ensure that all children have access to quality education, regardless of race or ethnicity. It has undertaken advocacy, including public education and community organizing, against the school-to-prison pipeline. The Racial Justice Program has sought to promote school desegregation and affirmative action programs. RJP also has advocated before international human rights bodies on behalf of formerly incarcerated people and people displaced by Hurricane Katrina.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
The Racial Justice Program is offering Legal Interns the opportunity to work on all aspects of litigation. The Internship requires a 10 to 12 week commitment. Because this is an unpaid internship, students are highly encouraged to seek support for Public Interest Fellowship stipends. Arrangements can also be made with the student's law school for work/study stipends or course credit. Summer Legal Interns who do not secure funding will be eligible for a stipend
provided by RJP.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the RJP team. Interns will assist in all aspects of litigation. Interns will gain experience by working on the following:
Conducting factual and legal research.
Drafting pleadings, briefs and other litigation documents.
Researching prospects for new litigation, including factual and legal claims.
Assisting in the preparation of expert and percipient witnesses for courtroom testimony.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
The opportunity is open to all law students who will have completed their first year of law school before the internship commences.
Applicants should possess:
Excellent research, writing, analytical and communication skills.
The initiative to see projects through to completion.
A demonstrated commitment to racial justice issues, civil rights, and civil liberties.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should send a letter of interest, a resume and two references, an official or unofficial transcript, and a legal writing sample of no more than ten pages in length, via email to hrjobsRJP at aclu.org reference RJP Summer 2013 Legal Internship in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Racial Justice Program postings.In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.
Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
Julian Letton
Law Student Intern Program
American Civil Liberties Union
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10004
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.
Students are encouraged to submit applications as early as possible, as decisions are made on a rolling basis. Applications from second year law students must be postmarked no later than November 15, 2012. Applications from first year law students must be postmarked no later than December 15, 2012.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage any applicants who need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment at aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU”
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