SUMMER INTERNSHIP

Who We Are:

Situated at the forefront of the national stage in the racial justice movement, Advancement Project is a cutting-edge, no-holds-barred national nonprofit whose team members are dedicated to creating free and safe communities for people of color. From ending the school-to-prison pipeline to the fight to expand the right to vote, from fighting for immigrant justice, Advancement Project team members impact real change from the ground up. This moment demands alignment, sharp strategic thinking, and creativity to imagine a more just world in which racism no longer exists and all people of color can be free and safe – and we are excited to bring on new talent to change our world. Since the 2000 presidential election, Advancement Project has been a leader in voter protection, supporting grassroots organizations in year-round election administration efforts and building national narratives to push back on voter suppression. Through successful litigation in states like Virginia, Florida, North Carolina, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Missouri and advocacy alongside our partners we have eliminated barriers to the ballot. Additionally, since 2001, we have supported state campaigns to end felony disenfranchisement in states like Virginia, Florida, and Louisiana using litigation and communications and are building a national campaign for rights restorations with organizing partners across the country.

Description of Role

Advancement Project is seeking candidates for legal internships for the Summer of 2025. Legal interns will work closely with our staff of attorneys, organizers, and communications strategists to support our grassroots-led campaign partners in cities across the United States. These positions operate under the direct supervision of our intern coordinators.

The internship program will be remote for the Summer of 2025, as Advancement Project staff work in a hybrid setting. There may be in-person opportunities for students who live local to the D.C. area and would prefer to work in a hybrid setting.

Qualifications

We are seeking rising second and third-year law students for our internship program. Candidates should possess excellent legal writing and research skills. Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to racial justice, social movements, and/or civil rights. Experience in policy advocacy and/or community organizing is a plus. We are looking for thoughtful, creative, and energetic candidates with a genuine desire to address and dismantle oppressive systems that impact the lives of Black, Brown, and poor people.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Compensation

This internship is unpaid – we strongly encourage students to seek out public interest grants or work-study to provide compensation for their time with us.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and one writing sample.

PLEASE INCLUDE ONE WRITING SAMPLE WITH COVER LETTER

Keywords

LegalInternshipRacial JusticeCivil RightsPolicy AdvocacyCommunity OrganizingOppressive SystemsBlackBrownPoor People