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We strongly encourage people of color, transgender and non-binary people to apply. HRC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone, including non-LGBTQ people, to join our team.   Position Summary:   The Paralegal / Legal Administrator provides substantive and administrative support to the General Counsel’s office, particularly focusing on managing the priorities and projects of the Senior Vice President, General Counsel (SVP, GC), providing administrative support, drafting and reviewing documents including contracts and corporate governance documents, and conducting legal research. The Paralegal / Legal Administrator is an integral part of the team, which is comprised of three attorneys including the SVP, GC, the Deputy General Counsel and Associate General Counsel.  The position requires an ability to manage multiple projects at once, prioritize deadlines, see projects through to completion and anticipate and plan for the needs and workflow of the office.   Position Responsibilities:   Paralegal Drafts and/or assists with editing and proofreading of legal documents – including business letters, policies and procedures, meeting agendas, notes and minutes, trainings, corporate governance documents, talking points, presentations, fact sheets, and other documents. Conducts legal research and drafts basic legal documents including memoranda and correspondence. Prepares and reviews vendor, consultant and event contracts and GC’s office correspondence. Maintains GC’s office filings and tracks and manages contracts. Responsible for taking minutes during board meetings (including the coordination of law fellows to assist with the note-taking) and compiling minutes for review and approval by SVP, GC. Responsible for maintaining corporate governance documents. Supports special projects of the SVP, GC as they arise.   Administrative Assists the SVP, GC in managing the priorities and projects of the office, including systematizing and maintaining electronic and paper files. Maintains the calendar of the SVP, GC, and organizes and schedules meetings for the General Counsel team. Supports staff of GC’s office in all administrative duties including maintaining journal and Lexis-Nexis subscriptions, reimbursements, travel arrangements, as well as scheduling meetings, tracking pro bono attorneys’ hours, ordering supplies, and providing primary administrative support to the SVP,GC. Assists with the department’s finances, including check requests, credit card reconciliations, purchase orders, expense reports, reimbursements, and the annual budgeting process. Assists with recruitment and management of law fellows.   Other Duties Completes assigned other duties on behalf of the GC’s office and other departments.   Position Qualifications:   Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) with at least five to seven years of relevant work experience required. Excellent writing skills and ability to conduct legal research. At a minimum 2 years paralegal experience, or administrative experience with paralegal responsibilities, in a law firm or a legal environment. Proficient with Google Apps (Gmail, Google Docs, Slides and Sheets), similar MS Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, remote meeting applications including Zoom, and LexisNexis/Bloomberg Law and DocuSign. Excellent organizational skills in terms of managing project deadlines and volumes of paperwork. Ability to adapt to fast-paced work environment. Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing important issues. Must be independent at times, collaborative at other times, and have the judgment to discern when to be either. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high quality and timely work product. Strong professional ethics and high sensitivity in dealing with confidential information. Personal interest and commitment to LGBTQ equality.   All positions at the Human Rights Campaign may require travel on a regular basis or periodically. Where the need arises for business travel, appropriate compensation as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act will apply.   No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries about application status.

ABOUT THE JOB The Corporate Counsel Department of the ACLU’s National office in New York, NY seeks applications for the full-time position of Associate Corporate Counsel. The Associate Corporate Counsel will serve as a generalist on the transactions side of the Office of Corporate Counsel. RESPONSIBILITIES Draft, review and negotiate contracts, primarily in the area of professional services, technology and hotels/venues Assist as needed with other types of contracts, ethics inquiries and corporate compliance matters Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance Commit to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A JD degree from an accredited university Two years’ experience practicing corporate law in an in-house or law firm environment, with a focus on contracts Commitment to the mission of the ACLU PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Familiarity with the law of tax-exempt organizations Experience with technology contracts Experience with hotel/venue contracts Familiarity with intellectual property law ABOUT THE ACLU For almost 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. The Department of Education has determined that employment in this position at the ACLU does not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail benefits.hrdept@aclu.org. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

We are looking for a Chief Operating Officer, a position that will report directly to the Executive Director and will be part of our senior leadership team. The COO will work closely with the Executive Director and our four Managing Directors to drive project workflow, oversee operations, and manage key strategic relationships and initiatives for The Hub. Key areas of responsibility for this role will include: • overseeing core operations; • risk management and coordinating legal services; • supervising financial operations across several operating units; • overseeing people management, including professional development, recruiting, hiring, and driving a comprehensive approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and, • managing key strategic initiatives and special projects. We’re looking for someone who can thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and who is committed to our mission. We are looking for someone who can bring proven problem-solving skills to the week-to-week challenges of the organization, as well as insights and experience to help guide our longer-term strategy for growth and development. We’re looking for someone who is an experienced manager who can work with our existing seven-person Operations Team to build our organization’s capacity to grow and innovate. The COO will play an integral leadership role at Hub Project. The ideal candidate will have experience working with organizations that focus on public policy, political/advocacy campaigns, and/or communications. This is a strategic and facilitative role that requires a combination of focus and flexibility, as well as a willingness to play an active, behind-the-scenes role. This position requires a highly-resourceful individual with strong emotional intelligence, self-motivation, and analytical skills. Essential Responsibilities and Tasks • Work closely with the Executive Director on overall management of the Hub. Assist and advise the Executive Director in developing, communicating, and implementing organizational goals, values, and policies; serve as a proxy to the Executive Director for certain meetings and decisions. • Deliver work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple priorities in an efficient manner. • Manage overall Hub legal work, including working with outside law firms to guide legal compliance and other risk management efforts. • Supervise our increasingly complex financial operations and tracking across multiple operating entities. • Oversee the work of the Talent and Operations Director and team to manage core operations and HR functions. Among the key responsibilities are: supervising our processes for recruiting, hiring, and professional development; supervising week-to-week contracting and improving our approach to vendors, RFPs, and vendor assessment; and, overseeing a comprehensive approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion at The Hub that is expansive in informing what we do, how we do it, and who we do it with. • Working along with the Executive Director and Managing Directors, maintain outreach and strategic partnerships with national progressive organizations and help us incorporate a more cross-cutting, transformational approach to partnerships focused on developing deeper relationships across projects with key partners. • Supporting fundraising, development, and grant reporting work with major funders. • Drive key special projects and strategic initiatives, including staff retreats and the formation of, and engagement with, an Advisory Council for The Hub. About You • You have a bachelor’s degree. An advanced degree, particularly in law or business/management would be a plus. • You have experience in budgeting and financial management. • You have substantial relevant work experience in government, policy, advocacy, campaigns, and/or non-profit management. • You are an experienced and capable manager with relevant experience in organizational operations, people, and project management. • You have a proven ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • You are extremely well-organized and detail-oriented. • You have a demonstrated ability to handle confidential information appropriately. • You have strong writing and verbal communications skills. • You have a knack for building and managing strong relationships. • You have strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively with employees at all levels. • You are wise and calm in exigent circumstances. • You work well under pressure and handle stress with a sense of humor and grace. How to Apply To begin the application process,   click here . This announcement will remain posted until the position is filled. Please note that only those individuals whose qualifications match the current needs of this position will be considered applicants and will receive responses from The Hub. Thank you for your interest.

The Executive Ethics Commission (EEC) of the State of Illinois seeks skilled attorneys for positions with our legal staff.  These attorney positions fulfill a range of responsibilities including technical research and review, and making recommendations on legal issues and litigation related to Illinois law including, but not limited to, the Illinois Procurement Code, the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act, and the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).   The EEC is a nine-member commission. Five commissioners are appointed by the Governor, and one commissioner each is appointed from the Attorney General, Secretary of State, Comptroller, and Treasurer.  The Commission promotes ethics in public service and ensures that the State's business is conducted with efficiency, transparency, fairness, and integrity by facilitating compliance, implementation, and enforcement of the State Officials and Employee Ethics Act. The Commission is responsible for appointing Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs). Responsibilities include, under direction of the General Counsel: Providing legal counsel and guidance to the EEC and CPOs on all legal matters relevant to the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act, the Illinois Procurement Code, employment law, policies, procedures, rules and regulations, and other laws and regulations. Conducting technical legal research for EEC staff and respective CPOs and preparing legal memoranda and briefs. Providing litigation support activities and coordination with the Illinois Attorney General's Office. Coordinating litigation-related activities for general matters involving the EEC and its staff as well as CPOs and their respective staffs. As Protest Review Officer, reviewing all protests, communicating with protestors when necessary, and recommending written determinations for the respective CPO’s consideration. Serving as procurement liaison to streamline communications related to facilitating resolutions of substantive procurement issues between the Procurement Division and the EEC, to include consulting on disputes between the CPO, PCM, and the agencies/universities. Conducting hearings on behalf of, or at the direction of, the CPOs or EEC Executive Director and preparing recommended decisions.   Minimum Requirements: Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school. License to practice law in the State of Illinois.     Preferences: Three years’ experience with procurement, ethics, Freedom of Information Act, and administrative law. A working knowledge of the functions of state government and relationships between the branches and within the executive branch. Excellent legal research skills utilizing sound judgement. Exceptional written and oral communication skills along with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external constituencies.   Office Information The members of the legal staff work in a collaborative environment, subject to the direction of the General Counsel.  Successful members of this team have a demonstrated interest in, enthusiasm for, and commitment to public service.  The desired candidate is self-motivated, with an ability to resolve complex issues with a resourceful, independent attitude.    The work location is an office setting, requiring business casual or business dress attire.    Work hours: This is a full-time position with a work week consisting of 37 ½ hours per work during normal business hours.   Benefits: This position is eligible to be a member of the State of Illinois Group Insurance program with health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage options.  Additionally, this position will earn 12 paid sick days per calendar year, a minimum of 10 paid vacation days per calendar year, 3 paid personal days per calendar year, and 12 paid state holidays per calendar year, prorated based on start date.   Address:   Illinois Executive Ethics Commission, 401 South Spring Street, William Stratton Building, Room 515 Springfield, Illinois 62706   This position is not covered by the Personnel Code and not subject to collective bargaining.  It does not require a current grade from Central Management Services.  Employees of the Executive Ethics Commission are not permitted to hold public office or engage in certain political activity. Agency Contact: Executive Ethics Commission Human Resources Office 401 South Spring Street, William Stratton Building, Room 515 Springfield, Illinois 62706   How to Apply For full consideration, applicants should send the following to the address above by 4:30 pm on Wednesday, February 5, 2020: A letter of interest, explaining how your training, experience, and/or coursework qualify you for this position, and identifying how you learned of this position, A detailed resume, and Contact information for three professional references.   Applicants may also submit required information via email to Christine.Lazarides@illinois.gov.     The Executive Ethics Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act, State agencies must ensure that the employment process is accessible to persons with disabilities. Specifically, these laws require that the State provide reasonable accommodations upon request by individuals participating in all steps of the employment process. Please contact the Human Resources Office with requests for reasonable accommodations.   The Equal Employment Opportunity / American with Disabilities Act Officer is responsible for ensuring compliance with these laws. Any issues or concerns should be addressed to the EEO/ADA Officer at 401 S. Spring St, Room 515, Springfield, Illinois, 62706, or by calling (217) 558-1393.

The   Center for Liberty   at the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Internship   in   New York City .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW The Center for Liberty is seeking an intern to work on the issues it addresses, with a particular focus on combating efforts to use religion to discriminate. These efforts take many forms today. In the name of religion, inns and stores claim a right to turn away customers based on their sexual orientation or gender identity, schools assert a right to fire pregnant women if they are unmarried, religiously affiliated entities receiving government grants assert a right to discriminate when deciding who to hire and who to serve, and medical professionals advocate for the right to deny referrals and care. The intern will work on other Center priorities and issue areas as assigned. Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs. Conducting legal and policy research. Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims. Researching and drafting materials for public education. Legislative bill tracking and analysis. Other projects as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing. Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The initiative to see projects through to completion. A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Criminal Law Reform Project  of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Intern in New York City .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Conducting legal and policy research Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims Researching and drafting materials for public education Other projects as assigned EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The initiative to see projects through to completion The ability to analyze complex legal issues A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, particularly as they relate to criminal justice reform and racial justice Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Disability Rights Program   of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Internship in San Francisco, CA .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs. Conducting legal and policy research. Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims. Researching and drafting materials for public education. Legislative bill tracking and analysis. Other projects as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing. Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The initiative to see projects through to completion. A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice. Personal or professional experience with disability, disability rights, or the disability community is preferred. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Human Rights Project  of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Internship in New York City .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Conducting legal and policy research Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims Researching and drafting materials for public education and human rights documentation Researching and drafting materials for advocacy before regional and international bodies Other projects as assigned EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research, writing and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and conducting internet research The initiative to see projects through to completion Knowledge and experience using the human rights framework and the international human rights system Knowledge and experience working on criminal legal system issues especially extreme punishment, sentencing and juvenile justice A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, social justice, and international human rights Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Immigrants' Rights Project   at the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Internship   in   San Francisco, CA .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs. Conducting legal and policy research. Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims. Researching and drafting materials for public education. Legislative bill tracking and analysis. Other projects as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing. Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The initiative to see projects through to completion. A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Immigrants' Rights Project  of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Intern in New York City .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs Conducting legal and policy research Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims Researching and drafting materials for public education Other projects as assigned EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The initiative to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, immigrants' rights and interest in working toward racial and social justice Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   LGBT   &   HIV Project   of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Internship in New York City .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs. Conducting legal and policy research. Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims. Researching and drafting materials for public education. Legislative bill tracking and analysis. Other projects as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing. Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The initiative to see projects through to completion. A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   National Prison Project   of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Internship in Washington, DC .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs. Conducting legal and policy research. Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims. Researching and drafting materials for public education. Legislative bill tracking and analysis. Other projects as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing. Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The initiative to see projects through to completion. A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice. A familiarity with criminal justice issues. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   National Security Project  of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Intern in New York City .   The National Security Project advocates for national security policies that are consistent with the Constitution, the rule of law, and fundamental human rights. The project litigates cases relating to detention, torture, discrimination, surveillance, censorship, and secrecy. Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team and assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy, and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction. INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Conducting legal and policy research Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims Researching and drafting materials for public education Other projects as assigned EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The ability to analyze complex legal issues The initiative to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice, particularly as they relate to national security Commitment to the mission of the ACLU PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience, through personal connection or work experience, working with marginalized communities whose civil rights and liberties are harmed by discriminatory or abusive national security policies Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Program on Freedom of Religion and Belief   of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Internship in Washington DC .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs. Conducting legal and policy research. Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims. Researching and drafting materials for public education. Legislative bill tracking and analysis. Other projects as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing. Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The initiative to see projects through to completion. A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Reproductive Freedom Project   of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Internship in New York City .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs. Conducting legal and policy research. Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims. Researching and drafting materials for public education. Legislative bill tracking and analysis. Other projects as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing. Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The initiative to see projects through to completion. A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Speech, Privacy, & Technology Project   of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Internship in New York, NY or San Francisco, CA.   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW The ACLU has long worked to defend the freedom of expression guaranteed by the First Amendment and the right to privacy guaranteed by the Fourth Amendment. It has litigated numerous free-speech and privacy cases before the United States Supreme Court. Historically, the ACLU has been vigilant in fighting government censorship and surveillance that disproportionately impact marginalized individuals and communities, including immigrants and people of color. The Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Democracy, which works to strengthen democratic institutions and values, to advocate for government transparency and accountability, and to reinforce the United States’ commitment to human rights and the rule of law. The Center for Democracy includes, in addition to the Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project, the Human Rights Program, the National Security Project, the Immigrants’ Rights Project, and the Voting Rights Project.  The Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project is dedicated to protecting and expanding the First Amendment freedoms of expression, association, and inquiry; expanding the right to privacy and increasing the control that individuals have over their personal information; and ensuring that civil liberties are enhanced rather than compromised by new advances in science and technology. The Project is currently litigating cases and conducting other advocacy efforts on a variety of issues, including political protest, freedom of expression online, privacy of electronic information, journalists’ rights, scientific freedom, and openness in the courts. Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs. Conducting legal and policy research. Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims. Researching and drafting materials for public education. Legislative bill tracking and analysis. Other projects as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing. Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The initiative to see projects through to completion. A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Voting Rights Project   of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Internship in Washington, DC .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW The intern will primarily be working closely with a team of VRP attorneys to enforce the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) (also known as the federal “Motor-Voter Law”), which requires states to provide voter registration services at DMVs and public assistance offices . Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs. Conducting legal and policy research. Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims. Researching and drafting materials for public education. Legislative bill tracking and analysis. Other projects as assigned. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing. Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The initiative to see projects through to completion. A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Voting Rights Project   of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal Intern in New York City .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  OVERVIEW OF THE VOTING RIGHTS PROJECT The Voting Rights Project of the ACLU has been an established and recognized national leader in the field of voting rights for more than 40 years. Its docket includes litigation in more than a dozen states and encompasses issues such as minority voting rights, redistricting, registration, election reform, felon disfranchisement, voter education, and ballot access. Most recently, the Project successfully challenged the Department of Commerce’s proposed addition of a citizenship question to the 2020 Decennial Census, thanks to a victory at the United States Supreme Court. Currently, we are working to prevent the Florida legislature from imposing financial barriers that would undermine voter-approved Amendment 4, which re-enfranchises more than one million citizens with felony convictions. The Project has challenged onerous identification and proof of citizenship requirements in various states including Arizona, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, South Carolina, Texas, and Pennsylvania. Going into 2020, the Project will litigate to secure and protect voting rights from assault across the country, including following redistricting in 2021. INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020. Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs Conducting legal and policy research Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims Researching and drafting materials for public education Legislative bill tracking and analysis Other projects as assigned EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The initiative to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice Commitment to the mission of the ACLU PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated interest in voting rights work Familiarity with or previous experience working on voting rights issues   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Women's Rights Project  of the National ACLU has an opening for a   Legal  Intern in New York City .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd 2020 Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Drafting memoranda, affidavits and briefs Conducting legal and policy research Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims Researching and drafting materials for public education Legislative bill tracking and analysis Other projects as assigned EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet and legal database research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The initiative to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   Women's Rights Project   of the National ACLU has an opening for an  Undergraduate  Internship in New York, NY .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st 2020 or June 22nd 2020 Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Researching policy issues and other matters as requested for litigation and advocacy Researching and drafting materials for public education Compiling news/media clippings Legislative bill tracking Other projects as assigned EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to all undergraduate students who will have completed at least one year of school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research skills, including conducting internet research Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing Attention to detail, excellent organizing and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite The initiative to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, social justice, and women’s rights Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The   National Security Project  of the National ACLU has an opening for an  Undergraduate Intern in New York City .   Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the team assisting in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns. For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.  INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW The National Security Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Democracy, which works to strengthen democratic institutions and values, including the values of government transparency and accountability, and to reinforce the United States’ commitment to human rights and the rule of law. The Center for Democracy includes, in addition to the National Security Project, the Human Rights Program, the Project on Speech, Privacy, and Technology, the Immigrants’ Rights Project, and the Voting Rights Project. The National Security Project is dedicated to ensuring that U.S. national security policies and practices are consistent with the Constitution, civil liberties, and human rights. The Project seeks to ensure that our nation’s core democratic values are the foundation of its strength and security, and that the government’s response to national security concerns comports with fundamental principles of transparency, accountability, equality, and due process. Through litigation and advocacy, the National Security Project responds to government measures, defends impacted communities, and strives to educate the public and shape the law so that the courts, Congress, and citizenry can serve as an enduring check against abuse. The National Security Project’s litigation and advocacy focuses on issues including: national security programs or policies that discriminate against racial and religious minorities, activists, and those who dissent; government surveillance; unlawful killing and detention; censorship; and, secrecy. Time  Commitment : The internship requires a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week Internship Duration:   Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on June 1st, 2020 or June 22nd, 2020 Stipend : A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the team on a wide variety of issues. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Reviewing and logging government documents in National Security Project online databases Organizing and archiving case files Conducting factual research Other projects as assigned EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The internship is open to undergraduates who will have completed their first college semester before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: A strong interest in human rights and civil liberties issues Excellent research, writing and communication skills Strong computer and web-based research skills Strong organizational skills The initiative to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice Commitment to the mission of the ACLU PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience, through personal connection or work experience, working with marginalized communities whose civil rights and liberties are harmed by discriminatory or abusive national security policies   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction. The  National Political Advocacy Department  of the ACLU’s National Office in   Washington DC   has an opening for a Spring Legal Internship starting in January, 2020 .   A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with the student’s school for a work/study stipend or course credit.    INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW The intern will be primarily working with the National Political Advocacy Department on federal and state voting rights issues. The internships require a semester-long commitment, and can be a full time position or a part time position with a minimum of 15 hours per week.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the NPAD voting team on the following: Track, research, and analyze federal policy and issue developments related to voting and elections. Assist in state-based voting campaigns, including research on the impact of certain voting reforms, analyze policy, and monitor state legislative activity. Handling special projects as assigned, including research on the Voting Rights Act. Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts. Other duties as assigned.   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS This internship is open to law students who will have completed their first year of school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, social and racial justice, and the mission of the ACLU. Preference for individuals with demonstrated interest in voting rights. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled. Please indicate on your cover letter whether you are applying for a full-time or part-time position.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction. The  National Political Advocacy Department  of the ACLU’s National Office in   Washington DC   has an opening for a Spring Internship starting in  January, 2020.   A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with the student’s school for a work/study stipend or course credit.    INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW The intern will assist the criminal justice team of the National Political Advocacy Department (NPAD) conduct policy analysis and research and will participate in the advocacy and coalition work our team does with the Congress and the administration.The internships require a semester-long commitment, and can be a full time position or a part time position with a minimum of 15 hours per week.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the NPAD team on the following: Conduct policy analysis on bills, rules, and regulations Assist with our advocacy work Conduct policy research to aid our federal advocacy and state campaigns Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts Other duties as assigned   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS This internship is open to graduate or law students who will have completed their first year of school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research, writing and communication skills Demonstrated experience working in a team Basic legislative knowledge The ideal candidates are independent, detail-oriented, and highly organized A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights and social justice   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction. The  National Political Advocacy Department  of the ACLU’s National Office in   New York, NY  has an opening for a Spring Internship starting in  January of 2020.   A stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Arrangements can be made with the student’s school for a work/study stipend or course credit.    INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW The intern will have the opportunity to support the Policing team's efforts in researching and analyzing state legislation and legislative amendments, preparing advocacy and public education materials, and researching legal and policy issues related to state legislation. There will be opportunities to attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on the Policing program, Justice Division, and broader ACLU work. The internships require a semester-long commitment, and can be a full time position or a part time position with a minimum of 12-15 hours per week.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the NPAD team on the following: Conducting research and analyzing state legislation and advocacy efforts, and related legal and policy issues Preparing advocacy and public education materials; drafting memorandum and affiliate correspondence Providing research and drafting support for national policing reports Monitoring legal and legislative developments on policing and drug law reform reforms in the states Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts Other duties as assigned   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS This internship is open to graduate or law students who will have completed their first year of school before the internship commences. Interns should possess the following: Excellent research, writing and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and conducting internet research The initiative to see projects through to completion Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced working environment The ideal candidates are independent, detail-oriented, and highly organized A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights and social justice   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e-mail  benefits.hrdept@aclu.org .  If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

Position: Special Project Investigator Terms of Employment: Full-Time Temporary, 6 month position, salaried Location: Upstate New York Application deadline: Friday, October 18th Salary : Subject to the NYCLU's salary scale and commensurate with experience and qualifications The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) is one of the nation's leading advocates on behalf of constitutional rights and liberties. Founded in 1951, as the New York affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, the NYCLU is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan organization with more than 180,000 members and supporters, and eight offices statewide. We work in the courts, in the legislatures and on the streets to advocate for racial and economic justice, free speech, freedom of religion, privacy and equality before the law for all New Yorkers. For more information please visit our website: www.nyclu.org SUMMARY DESCRIPTION The NYCLU is currently advocating to expand the rights of New Yorkers with opioid use disorder (“OUD”) to receive medication-assisted treatment (“MAT”). Though widely regarded as a vital component of medical care for OUD. MAT is often denied to people with OUD, particularly those involved in the criminal justice system, often with devastating consequences. Working at the direction of attorneys in the NYCLU's Legal Department, the investigator's primary responsibility would be to interview people with OUD, law enforcement, advocacy groups, and treatment providers in upstate New York. Travel throughout New York State is required in this role and the investigator would ideally be based in upstate New York. The NYCLU will provide an internet-equipped laptop to the investigator and most of the investigator's work would take remotely, with access to workspace in the NYCLU's seven regional chapter offices as available. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in developing and supporting advocacy and litigation by investigating availability of MTA throughout the State, conducting non-legal background research and fact development, and presenting findings in memo form; Conduct fact-finding interviews with people with OUD, law enforcement, advocacy groups and others in service of furthering advocacy and litigation; Draft summaries of interviews and maintain interview records, as well as draft affidavits and declarations based on such interviews; EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Required qualifications: Bachelor's Degree; Experience with client-centric work and conducting interviews; Excellent client engagement skills and the ability to communicate and relate to persons from a diversity of backgrounds; Excellent witness interview skills; Excellent research skills; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Comfortable interviewing alone in jails, prisons, and other carceral settings; Strong commitment to public interest advocacy and civil liberties; Ability to manage time and tasks independently and under pressure; Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines; Cultural competency with respect to disability, including opioid use disorder; Driver's license and access to a vehicle; Willingness to work remotely and travel extensively within New York State; and A 6 month commitment to the position. Preferred qualifications: Previous experience as an investigator, investigative journalist, or organizer; Broad experience with civil rights advocacy and client contact, including familiarity with civil rights and advocacy organizations in New York; and Familiarity with New York's criminal justice system. HOW TO APPLY : Please submit your resume and cover letter via https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/155273/New-York-Civil-Liberties-Union-Foundation/SPECIAL-PROJECT-INVESTIGATOR . Qualified candidates may be asked to submit additional information, including performance samples and references from people they have worked with in the past. The NYCLU is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages all applicants regardless of race, sex, gender identity, age, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or record of arrest or conviction. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and having a workforce that reflects the population that we serve. Contact Us: sball@nyclu.org PI114293158

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington seeks a full-time Pro Bono Coordinating Attorney for its Hogar Immigrant Services legal program. Hogar Immigrant Services offers a wide range of services at little or no cost to a vulnerable immigrant population, without regard to religious or ethnic identity. Our goal is for immigrants to achieve self-sufficiency and participate fully as productive members of American society. The Pro Bono Coordinating Attorney will develop and oversee Hogar’s pro bono legal services, leveraging the interest and skills of volunteer attorneys to provide additional legal representation in family-based and humanitarian immigration matters such as asylum cases, U or T visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, removal defense, and others. This includes recruiting pro bono attorney volunteers, assigning appropriate cases to pro bono attorneys, and providing guidance and mentorship to pro bono attorneys throughout the duration of each case.   Additionally, the Pro Bono Coordinating Attorney will: Conduct outreach and recruit potential pro bono attorney volunteers, in coordination with the Volunteer Coordinator for Newcomer Services Design and present training materials for pro bono attorneys with varying levels of prior experience in immigration law Develop and maintain up-to-date sample filings and other materials Maintain pro bono client files Provide technical assistance to pro bono attorneys throughout the duration of each case Conduct client consultations, identify cases appropriate for pro bono representation, and maintain a small caseload of clients for direct representation Participate as needed in agency and program-wide data collection, fundraising, training, and strategic planning Participate on a periodic basis in day-long weekend naturalization workshops Prerequisites for the Position: Juris Doctor degree and admission to the bar of any state Minimum of two years of experience practicing family-based and/or humanitarian immigration law; experience with removal defense preferred Familiarity with private law firm and corporate pro bono culture VA Bar preferred Proficiency in Spanish and English (writing and speaking) preferred Ability to both multitask and work independently to manage a substantial workload with deadline pressures Competence in communicating and interacting with others of diverse cultural, geographic, and economic backgrounds in a professional and compassionate manner, including interacting with individuals experiencing substantial levels of emotional, physical, financial, or other hardship Ability to use basic Microsoft Office programs and online case management software Commitment to the mission and goals of Catholic Charities Hogar Immigrant Services Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

The Legal Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the preparation of cases for submission to USCIS, EOIR, and the National Visa Center.  The position will assist legal caseworkers by processing incoming case-related correspondence and by contacting clients to follow up on case matters and returning applicable phone calls to clients on behalf of caseworkers.  The Legal Assistant will enter all preliminary client information in online case management software at each appointment. The Legal Assistant will also create client intake folders on consultation days and give to each caseworker before each appointment.  The Legal Assistant will be in charge of file maintenance and will maintain record-keeping per agency policies.  The position will be in charge of coordinating the volunteer translation process, managing volunteer translators, and completing translations as needed.  The Legal Assistant will also be in charge of overseeing the daily work of administrative volunteers.  The position will be in charge of closing out all client files per file closing procedures and drafting client closing letters, as needed.  The position will also assist the Receptionist with answering phone calls and will assist with filing and taking payments, as needed.  The Legal Assistant will also assist caseworkers by photocopying files and paperwork and making daily trips to the post office, as well as by completing other related duties as assigned. Prerequisites: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience Bilingual (fluent in English and Spanish—both written and oral) required Two or more years’ experience working in a law firm or non-profit preferred Cultural competency and prior experience working with the immigrant community preferred Demonstrated computer literacy, database entry, and knowledge of Microsoft Office 2007 or later Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Attention to detail and ability to multi-task required Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This position is non-exempt and reports to the Program Director of Hogar Immigrant Service

Paralegal [VRP-15] - Voting Rights Project, DC   Office:  National Offices, Washington, DC Location:  District of Columbia APRIL 26, 2019   Paralegal [VRP-15] American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Voting Rights Project, Washington, DC   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach. With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, record of arrest or conviction.   The ACLU’s Voting Rights Project seeks applicants for a full-time Paralegal position.   The position will be in the ACLU’s Washington, D.C. office, and will support a team of ACLU staff attorneys working on enforcement of the National Voter Registration Act (also known as the federal “Motor-Voter Law”), which, among other things, requires states to provide voter registration services as DMVs and public assistance offices.   OVERVIEW The ACLU Voting Rights Project was established in 1965 – the same year that the historic Voting Rights Act (VRA) was enacted – and has litigated more than 300 cases since that time. Its mission is to ensure that all Americans can participate freely and equally in the political process. The Project employs an integrated advocacy approach, combating voter suppression measures through a combination of legislative advocacy and litigation, and has active cases in over a dozen states. Within the last few years, the Voting Rights Project has represented parties in two voting rights cases on the merits before the Supreme Court: representing plaintiffs in Arizona v. ITCA , a successful challenge to Arizona’s imposition of onerous documentary proof of citizenship requirements for voter registration; and representing intervenors in Shelby County v. Holder , defending the constitutionality of Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act.  The Voting Rights Project will represent immigrants' rights groups before the Supreme Court on April 23, in a challenge to the inclusion of a citizenship question to the 2020 census. The Project has been active in significant litigation at the trial and appellate levels in recent election cycles, including: In the 2012 election cycle, federal and state litigation that successfully blocked early voting reductions and restrictions on voter registration drives in Florida, as well as the implementation of voter ID laws in Texas, South Carolina, and Pennsylvania. In the 2014 election cycle, litigation that successfully blocked voter ID laws in Pennsylvania (again), Arkansas, and Wisconsin; as well as cases challenging restrictions on early voting and registration in Ohio and North Carolina. In the 2016 election cycle, litigation challenging restrictions in North Carolina (again), Kansas, and Wisconsin. A commitment to racial justice is the core of the Project’s work, and is the lens through which the Project views voting rights controversies. The Voting Rights Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Democracy, which works to strengthen democratic institutions and values, including the values of government transparency and accountability, and to reinforce the United States’ commitment to human rights and the rule of law.  The Center for Democracy includes the National Security Project; the Human Rights Program; the Project on Speech, Privacy, and Technology; the Immigrants’ Rights Project; and the Voting Rights Project.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare, file, review and organize litigation documents such as briefs, motions, declarations, deposition summaries, discovery requests and responses, and correspondence with co-counsel Manage and coordinate intake database; maintain case files, attorneys’ correspondence files, summary of the VRP litigation docket, etc. Provide litigation support to attorneys Collect, analyze, and organize legal, factual, social science and other non-legal research for use in investigations, litigation documents and policy presentations; run searches on internal and external document databases and systems, cull statistics and relevant information from a variety of resources such as newspapers, magazines, libraries, case documents and trade associations Act as liaison among various internal departments as well as with co-counsel and partner organizations Demonstrate a commitment to diversity within the office using a personal approach that values all individuals and respects differences in regards to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance Work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts Handle special projects and other duties as assigned   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree is required and one year of paralegal or related experience is preferred Excellent research skills, including internet research Must have outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently as well as within a team Must take initiative, be highly organized, detail-oriented and possess strong time-management skills Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and see projects through to completion Strong computer skills with advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, etc. Basic knowledge of Westlaw is preferred Experience analyzing basic statistics and using spreadsheets is preferred Experience creating tables of contents, tables of authorities, mail merges, and creating/inserting macros A demonstrated commitment to civil rights and civil liberties issues   COMPENSATION The ACLU offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and within parameters of the ACLU compensation scale.   HOW TO APPLY Interested persons should submit a cover letter, a resume, a non-fiction writing sample (sample will not be returned) and three (3) references by email to   HRJobsVRP@aclu.org .  Reference  [VRP-15]   in the subject line.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this career opportunity. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required.  It does not represent a contract of employment.  The ACLU reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer.  We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.  The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction. 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. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this email address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed. Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation.  Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees.  The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties.  This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”  

Summer 2019 Internship Opportunity - Economic Justice - National Political Advocacy Department, NY   Office:  National Internships  ›  Advocacy Internships Location:  New York APRIL 1, 2019   SUMMER 2019 INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union National Political Advocacy Department, NY   For nearly 100 years, the ACLU has been our nation’s guardian of liberty, working in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.  Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBT community, advancing racial justice, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties and civil rights cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach.  With more than one million members, activists, and supporters, the ACLU is a nationwide organization that fights tirelessly in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C., for the principle that every individual’s rights must be protected equally under the law, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, and record of arrest or conviction.   OVERVIEW The ACLU is one of the nation’s largest advocacy organizations, though it is better known for its success in the nation’s courtrooms.  The National Political Advocacy Department (NPAD) was created in 2015 to strengthen the work of the ACLU at the federal, state and local levels of government.  This new department is harnessing the political power that comes from having more than one million members and supporters, as well as affiliates in every state.  By organizing grassroots lobbying and issue campaigns using modern tactics, the ACLU seeks to achieve change as profound in the legislative arena as it has accomplished through the courts.   INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW The ACLU’s National Political Advocacy Department seeks an intern for the Summer of 2019.  Advocacy staff advises affiliates on policy, draft bills and talking points, design lobbying and issue campaigns, and provide advice on methods of public education and coalition building.  This particular internship reports directly to the Economic Justice Policy Advocacy and Policy Counsel and will work on issues related to on criminalization of people who cannot afford to pay court fines and fees.  The internship is full-time and requires a 10-week commitment beginning on June 3, 2019.  A modest stipend is available for those students who do not receive outside funding and/or course credit. Assisting with the production and distribution of advocacy materials Assisting with 2020 state legislative campaign planning Conducting factual research Other projects as assigned   EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated interest in social justice work Excellent research, writing, analytical and communication skills The ability to work independently and to complete projects Highly motivated and organized Commitment to the mission of the ACLU Personal experience being incarcerated, or in other ways entangled with the criminal justice system, preferred   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter describing your interest in the Summer 2019 Economic Justice Internship, including any relevant life or work experience gained before, during, or after college/graduate school; a current resume; and a list of three references to   hrjobsNPAD@aclu.org .  Reference   [Economic Justice Summer 2019 Internship/W]  in the subject line.  Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address.  This email address is specific to National Political Advocacy Department postings.  In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and accepted until the position is filled.   This posting provides a general but not comprehensive list of the opportunities of the internship.  It does not represent a contract of employment.  The ACLU reserves the right to change the posting at any time without advance notice. The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer.  We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.  The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, and record of arrest or conviction. 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. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact:  hrjobsincl@aclu.org .  Correspondence sent to this address that is not related to requests for accommodations will not be reviewed.  Applicants should follow the instructions above regarding how to apply. The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation.  Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees.  The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties.  This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU.”