About Democracy Docket
Democracy Docket is the leading pro-democracy, independent digital media platform dedicated to voting rights and elections in courtrooms and across the country.
Founded in 2020 by Democratic voting rights attorney Marc Elias, Democracy Docket is a reliable source of news that delivers detailed analysis and expert commentary on voting rights and election litigation and policy that will shape our elections and democratic institutions for years to come. As an independent newsroom, Democracy Docket is committed to fact-based journalism that informs the public and holds power accountable.
With a comprehensive database of over 1,000 cases, Democracy Docket tracks and reports on the latest election- and voting-related litigation, providing court filings, in-depth analysis, and up-to-date developments on proceedings across the country.
We offer free daily and weekly newsletters to our over 400,000 subscribers as well as a premium membership with exclusive content. Our social media presence continues to grow with over 1 million total followers across our channels, including 600,000+ YouTube subscribers.
Through breaking news updates, long-form analysis, and op-eds from elected officials, legal experts, and voting rights advocates, Democracy Docket is committed to strengthening our democracy by helping people better understand the greatest challenges facing voters and our democratic institutions.
About the Internship Program
Our interns are embedded directly into Democracy Docket’s teams, where they gain hands-on, professional experience and contribute to meaningful projects. Interns also receive mentorship, regular feedback, and professional development opportunities to support their career growth.
Democracy Docket's Research team is looking for a motivated fall intern to support legal tracking, case documentation, and policy research. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of law, democracy, and politics.
Responsibilites
- Draft and update case pages for active and ongoing litigation
- Track lawsuits and maintain accurate records of case developments
- Provide timely legal updates to the research team
- Conduct legal and policy research as needed
Qualifications
We’re looking for students who are:
- Currently enrolled undergraduate or law student
- Strong interest in law, democracy, and/or politics
- Excellent research, writing, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Program Benefits
- $20/hour compensation
- Flexible work schedule (15–20 hours/week)
- Located in or able to commute to DC on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday weekly
- Direct mentorship and regular 1:1 check-ins with a staff host
- Access to Democracy Docket programming, staff events, and professional development opportunities
- Hands-on experience contributing to a national media platform
How to Apply:
Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in Democracy Docket and the internship track(s) you’re most interested in. Please indicate your availability for the Fall 2026 term.
Compensation: $20/hour (Part-Time, 15–20 hours per week)
Duration: September 15 – December 11
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or law student
- Strong interest in law, democracy, and/or politics
- Excellent research, writing, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
What We Do
Democracy Docket is the leading digital news platform dedicated to information, analysis and opinion about voting rights and elections in the courts. Founded in 2020, Democracy Docket is the leading digital news and information platform covering voting rights, elections, and the courts — from an unapologetically pro-democracy standpoint. Tracking election and democracy litigation is central to our mission. But today’s battles over democracy — access to voting, gerrymandering, executive overreach, the rule of law, and more — also play out in Congress, in the administration, and in states around the country. Through our comprehensive coverage, we’re committed to the fight to protect and strengthen U.S. democracy at a time when it faces grave dangers. 📲 Follow us on social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DemocracyDocket Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/democracydocket/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter: https://x.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket
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