Legal Intern/Externship

Min 1 yrs required

Contract, Full-time

No

# Legal Intern/Externship
The ACLU of Arizona is looking for legal interns/externs to join their Legal Department and assist in legal advocacy and litigation. This is a great opportunity for law students to gain valuable hands-on experience and make a difference in civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice.

## Roles and Responsibilities
As an intern in the Legal Department, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact and learn about different areas of the law. Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
* Conducting legal research and analysis
* Drafting legal memoranda, briefs, or other legal documents as assigned
* Participating in discovery and trial practice as opportunities arise
* Conducting factual research and analysis in preparation for advocacy or litigation
* Attending department, staff, and cross-departmental campaign meetings
* Other projects as assigned

## Experience and Qualifications
The internship is open to law students who have completed at least one year of law school. Applicants should possess the following:
* Excellent research skills, including internet and legal database research
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing
* The ability to analyze complex legal issues
* Initiative to see projects through to completion
* Attention to detail, excellent organization and time-management skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
* Commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice
* Commitment to the mission of the ACLU of Arizona

## Application Procedure
To apply for the internship, please submit a cover letter that describes your interest, a current resume, a writing sample (no more than 10 pages) and contact information for three references to Gloria Torres at . Please note “Summer Internship” in the subject line of your email. No phone calls or walk-ins, please.

## Salary Information
At this time, the ACLU of Arizona is unable to offer stipends for internship positions but will work with applicants to secure outside funding through law schools or other sources as available. We are willing to work with students to develop an internship experience that is either part-time or full-time and will work with students who are seeking work study or course credits for their internship.

## About the ACLU
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to assure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions. With ACLU affiliate offices in all 50 states, Washington, ., and Puerto Rico, the ACLU fights tirelessly in the courts, legislatures, and through community engagement to ensure that all individuals’ rights are protected. We are a passionate, highly motivated group of lawyers, public policy experts, lobbyists, community organizers, and fundraisers, and we’re looking for exceptional talent to join our team. To learn more about the work of the ACLU, please visit and .

The ACLU of Arizona is looking for legal interns/externs to join their Legal Department and assist in legal advocacy and litigation. This is an excellent opportunity for law students to gain valuable experience and make a difference in civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice.

## Job Overview
The Legal Department Intern will help provide legal research and writing to support the litigation work of the Legal Department. This position is for the Legal Department at large, and the intern will gain exposure to areas of work not limited to a specific project or issue. We intend to offer 2-4 positions during the semester/summer. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the positions are filled. All positions are temporarily remote while the ACLU of Arizona offices remain closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

## Roles and Responsibilities
As an intern in the Legal Department, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact and learn about different areas of the law. Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
* Conducting legal research and analysis
* Drafting legal memoranda, briefs, or other legal documents as assigned
* Participating in discovery and trial practice as opportunities arise
* Conducting factual research and analysis in preparation for advocacy or litigation
* Attending department, staff, and cross-departmental campaign meetings
* Other projects as assigned

## Experience and Qualifications
The internship is open to law students who have completed at least one year of law school. Applicants should possess the following:
* Excellent research skills, including internet and legal database research
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing
* The ability to analyze complex legal issues
* Initiative to see projects through to completion
* Attention to detail, excellent organization and time-management skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
* Commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice
* Commitment to the mission of the ACLU of Arizona

## Salary Information
At this time, the ACLU of Arizona is unable to offer stipends for internship positions but will work with applicants to secure outside funding through law schools or other sources as available. We are willing to work with students to develop an internship experience that is either part-time or full-time and will work with students who are seeking work study or course credits for their internship.

## Application Procedure
To apply for the internship,

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Legal research, Writing, Factual research, Analysis, Communication, Microsoft Office Suite, Time-management

Law School

Submit a cover letter that describes your interest, a current resume, a writing sample (no more than 10 pages) and contact information for three references to Gloria Torres at . Please note “Summer Internship” in the subject line of your email.

Qualification and Experience Law students who have completed at least one year of law school

Legal