ships: $6,000 for the summer (10 weeks, full-time)
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is seeking 3L law students for full-time Summer 2025 Public Interest Law Initiative (PILI) graduate fellowships in their Legal Department. The fellowship is a 10-week program, with a hybrid of remote and in-office work each week. The fellow must be located in Illinois and can come into the Chicago office during the fellowship. The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an affiliate office of the American Civil Liberties Union, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection of civil rights and civil liberties through litigation, legislation, and public education.
H1: Legal Fellowship - Summer 2025 in the Legal Department at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
H2: Join the Fight for Civil Rights and Liberties as a PILI Fellow at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
Legal Fellowship - Summer 2025 in the Legal Department at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
• Full-time Summer 2025 graduate fellowships available for 3L law students
• Hybrid program with remote and in-office work in Illinois
• Work on impact cases and non-litigation advocacy for civil rights and civil liberties
• Receive mentorship and feedback from supervising attorneys
• Passionate and motivated team dedicated to social justice and equality
Description:
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is seeking 3L law students for full-time Summer 2025 Public Interest Law Initiative (PILI) graduate fellowships in their Legal Department. The fellowship is a 10-week program, with a hybrid of remote and in-office work each week. The fellow must be located in Illinois and can come into the Chicago office during the fellowship. The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an affiliate office of the American Civil Liberties Union, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection of civil rights and civil liberties through litigation, legislation, and public education.
Job Responsibilities:
• Conduct legal, policy, and factual research for current and potential cases and non-litigation advocacy projects
• Draft legal documents and briefs
• Interview potential clients and class members
• Investigate facts of specific cases
• Receive mentorship and feedback from supervising attorneys
Requirements:
• Current 3L law student starting as an associate at a Chicago law firm participating in the PILI program
• Located in Illinois and able to work in Chicago office during fellowship
• Self-motivated with ability to manage tasks in fast-paced environment
• Receptive to feedback and eager to learn and improve
• Strong foundation in legal research and analysis
• Excellent legal writing skills
• Collaborative and respectful team player
• Committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace
• Empathetic and able to connect with clients and community members
• Passion for civil rights, civil liberties, and social justice
Salary Information:
• $6,000 for 10-week fellowship (full-time)
Application Process:
• Apply through the Public Interest Law Initiative (PILI)
• Submit resume, cover letter, references, legal writing sample, and list of law school courses
• Applications accepted on a rolling basis
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process. Join the fight for civil rights and liberties as a PILI fellow at the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.. Apply now for a chance to make a difference in the lives of the most vulnerable in our society.
