Democracy Program Intern
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Job Description
About the Company:
The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute dedicated to improving the systems of democracy and justice in the United States. They strive to hold political institutions and laws accountable to the ideals of democracy and equal justice for all. The Brennan Center’s work encompasses various areas, including voting rights, campaign finance reform, ending mass incarceration, and preserving Constitutional protections in national security policies. They function as a think-tank, advocacy group, and communications hub, using rigorous research to craft innovative policies and advocate for them in Congress, the states, the courts, and the public sphere.
Job Description:
The Brennan Center for Justice is seeking interns to provide research, administrative, and clerical support to staff in their Democracy program. This is an in-person internship located at their New York City office.
Responsibilities:
• General Support: All interns will assist with general research, administrative, and clerical tasks, including filing, answering phones, coordinating meetings, drafting routine correspondence, and covering the reception desk.
• Program Engagement: Interns will have opportunities to attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations related to program work.
• Specific Responsibilities (may include):
• Providing support for litigation.
• Assisting in research for and rollout of reports.
• Aiding the program’s advocacy efforts in areas such as Voting, Elections and Government, Judiciary, Federal Reform, Redistricting, and other related projects.
Qualifications:
• Essential Skills: Independent, self-starter, detail-oriented, energetic, punctual, and highly organized. Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills. Passion for the Brennan Center’s issues. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is a must.
• Helpful Experience: Experience working with data is very helpful.
• Adaptability: Applicants must be open to evolving responsibilities.
• Education: This internship is only open to current undergraduate students.
Details:
• Hours: Approximately 10 – 20 hours per week
• Pay: $17.50 per hour
• Duration: September – December 2025
• Application Deadline: July 18, 2025
