The Role
Conduct policy and legal research, support client outreach and factual investigations, draft legal documents, and provide administrative assistance while working with civil rights attorneys. Interns contribute to projects across areas including voting rights, criminal justice, digital justice, educational opportunities, economic justice, housing, and public policy. The role requires current law-degree enrollment, civil rights commitment, collaboration, confidentiality, legal writing, and Microsoft Office proficiency.
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The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is one of the nation’s leading national racial justice legal organizations. Formed in 1963 at the request of President John F. Kennedy, the Lawyers’ Committee uses legal advocacy to achieve racial justice, fighting inside and outside the courts to ensure that Black people and other people of color have the voice, opportunity, and power to make the promises of our democracy real.
Job Title: Summer Legal Intern
Location: Washington, DC
Job Type: Part Time or Full Time
Union Affiliation: Non-Union
Term: May 24th, 2027 – August 6, 2027
About the Role:
The Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law offers legal internships to support our work to achieve racial justice. Our interns contribute to projects that make impactful change and provide the intern with professional and personal development. The Lawyers’ Committee’s full-time staff is based in Washington, DC.
What You’ll be Doing:
Although assignments for each intern vary by project, students are generally asked to conduct policy and legal research, support client outreach and factual investigation, and provide administrative support. Interns work closely with experienced civil rights attorneys in the following departments:
Minimum Requirements and Competencies:
Application Process:
Please apply directly on our website. A cover letter and résumé must be included. To have your application considered, please answer all application questions and provide all requested information.
All materials should be submitted by February 5, 2027 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time. Application materials must be submitted via the Lawyers’ Committee Application System. The deadline will be strictly enforced. Any included writing samples must be the applicant’s original work—please indicate at the beginning of the document whether and the extent to which it has been edited by others.
Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about civil rights, racial justice, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, we want to hear from you. Join our mission to drive positive change and contribute to our dynamic team!
Apply Today: Be part of the force for civil rights and make a lasting impact. Submit your application to help us create a more equitable and inclusive world.
Reasonable Accommodation: The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Lawyers’ Committee embraces diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply. The Lawyers’ Committee does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy, parental status, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, immigration status, union activities, political affiliation, military veteran status, credit information or any other status protected under law.
Job Title: Summer Legal Intern
Location: Washington, DC
Job Type: Part Time or Full Time
Union Affiliation: Non-Union
Term: May 24th, 2027 – August 6, 2027
About the Role:
The Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law offers legal internships to support our work to achieve racial justice. Our interns contribute to projects that make impactful change and provide the intern with professional and personal development. The Lawyers’ Committee’s full-time staff is based in Washington, DC.
- Interns are given meaningful projects that expand their skill set and allow opportunity for growth. Our goal is for interns to gain relevant and valuable experience that helps them in their academic and professional careers.
- Internships are full time (37.5 hours per week).
- Our interns gain positive working relationships and mentors they can carry throughout their career.
- Students can commute into the Lawyers’ Committee office or work remotely.
- Interns will receive a stipend of $7,500.
What You’ll be Doing:
Although assignments for each intern vary by project, students are generally asked to conduct policy and legal research, support client outreach and factual investigation, and provide administrative support. Interns work closely with experienced civil rights attorneys in the following departments:
- Criminal Justice Project & Byrd Center to Stop Hate
- Digital Justice Initiative
- Educational Opportunities Project
- Economic Justice Project
- Fair Housing & Community Development Project
- General Legal
- Public Policy
- Voting Rights
Minimum Requirements and Competencies:
- Must be a student currently pursuing a law degree.
- Must be committed to civil rights and racial justice.
- Ability to draft memos, briefs and other legal documents.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others, whether in academic projects or prior work experiences.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards.
Application Process:
Please apply directly on our website. A cover letter and résumé must be included. To have your application considered, please answer all application questions and provide all requested information.
All materials should be submitted by February 5, 2027 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time. Application materials must be submitted via the Lawyers’ Committee Application System. The deadline will be strictly enforced. Any included writing samples must be the applicant’s original work—please indicate at the beginning of the document whether and the extent to which it has been edited by others.
Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about civil rights, racial justice, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, we want to hear from you. Join our mission to drive positive change and contribute to our dynamic team!
Apply Today: Be part of the force for civil rights and make a lasting impact. Submit your application to help us create a more equitable and inclusive world.
Reasonable Accommodation: The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The Lawyers’ Committee embraces diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color and candidates from underrepresented communities to apply. The Lawyers’ Committee does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy, parental status, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, immigration status, union activities, political affiliation, military veteran status, credit information or any other status protected under law.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a law degree
- Commitment to civil rights and racial justice
- Ability to draft memos, briefs, and other legal documents
- Ability to collaborate with others
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards
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What We Do
The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization founded in 1963 at the request of President John F. Kennedy. It uses legal advocacy to achieve racial justice, fighting to ensure that Black people and other people of color have the voice, opportunity, and power to make the promises of democracy real.
