The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve the systems of democracy and justice in the United States. We work to hold our political institutions and laws accountable to the twin American ideals of democracy and equal justice for all. The Brennan Center’s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving Constitutional protections in national security policies. Part think-tank, part advocacy group, part cutting edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies. And we fight for them – in Congress and the states, in the courts, and in the court of public opinion.
The Brennan Center seeks an intern to assist our IT Director in providing help desk support to our staff in New York and DC. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic student to launch a career in Information Technology.
Note: This internship is in-person at our Washington DC office.
Responsibilities:
Provide desktop and telephone support to all Brennan Center employees.
Properly document all calls and problem resolutions.
Provide user-level software support, including but not limited to, MS Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access), Adobe Acrobat, Office 365, and Sage fundraising database)
Upgrade, repair and replace computers and printers as needed.
Experience/Skills/Requirements:
Technician Level 1
Strong communication skills, problem-solving ability and detail-orientation.
At least a beginner’s knowledge of hardware and software installation.
MS Office (desktop and cloud based) skills
Familiarity with standard desktop concepts, including TCP/IP settings and troubleshooting network connectivity issues.
Excellent listening and verbal skills.
Familiar with major smartphone and tablets models and OS
A basic understanding of various mobile device platforms and Macintosh.
We are committed to considering a wide range of candidates, including those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
If you're uncertain about meeting 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. Therefore, please consider submitting your application. In your cover letter, please share your interest in the position and what you hope to contribute to the role.
This internship is only open to current undergraduate students.
Hours: Monday – Friday (9:00am – 5:00pm EST)
Pay: $17.95 per hour
Duration: June – August 2026 (10 weeks)
Application Deadline: January 2, 2026
Note: The Brennan Center will follow the rules of your school regarding internships. Therefore, if a school doesn’t allow you to do a paid internship for some reason (i.e., receiving credit, etc.), then your internship will not be paid. In addition, if you are participating in a formal school internship program that allows you to work more than our stated hours, we will make a determination based on our needs and further assessment of your school’s program.
To Apply:
Please visit >>LINK HERE<< and upload (preferably in pdf) your (1) resume, (2) cover letter and (3) a list of contact details for three supervisor references. In your cover letter, please specify why you are interested in the role.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage interested students to apply early, as the positions will be filled once qualified candidates are found. No phone calls, please.
If you have difficulty with the online system, you may send your application by e-mail to [email protected] with “IT DC Summer Internship” in the subject line, after registering in the online system. Applying through our website is strongly preferred.
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The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that works to reform, revitalize – and when necessary, defend – our country's systems of democracy and justice.
At this critical moment, the Brennan Center is dedicated to protecting the rule of law and the values of Constitutional democracy. We focus on voting rights, campaign finance reform, ending mass incarceration, and preserving our liberties while also maintaining our national security. Part think tank, part advocacy group, part cutting-edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies. And we fight for them – in Congress and the states, the courts, and in the court of public opinion.
