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Overview A Way Home Washington (AWHWA) (www.awayhomewa.org), a fiscally sponsored project of TSNE MissionWorks (www.tsne.org), is mission-driven to prevent and end youth and young adult homelessness across Washington state. AWHWA partners with the state Office of Homeless Youth, philanthropic foundations, advocates, and service providers who support over 13,000 unaccompanied young people experiencing homelessness in Washington. AWHWA leads and coordinates these stakeholders as we work collectively to build a statewide system so that local communities can respond to youth and young adult homelessness in their areas. Responsibilities The Executive Assistant is responsible for ensuring the seamless flow of administrative support for the AWHWA Executive Director and Deputy Director, including complex scheduling and coordination of meetings and travel, as well as tracking and responding to assigned email correspondence. The ideal candidate will excel at prioritizing tasks and requests, and will communicate updates clearly and with the appropriate level of urgency to move work forward in a timely manner. This position also includes project tracking and task management. The role engages with a diverse group of important external partners, as well as the entire internal AWHWA team.   Ensure Executive Director's calendar is up-to-date and accurate; Create and maintain systems to support timely responses for the Executive Director's email account and prepare written responses to email upon request; Ensure Executive Director is prepared for all scheduled meetings, including confirming logistical details and preparing materials or agendas as needed; Schedule, coordinate, and take notes for monthly Executive Board meetings; Coordinate all travel arrangements for the Executive Director, including flights, lodging, and ground transportation; Assist Executive Director with drafting, formatting, and proofing Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, or other documents in preparation for business meetings; Support event planning for large meetings, including sending invitations to AWHWA partners, tracking responses, securing meeting spaces and equipment, ordering food and supplies as needed, and preparing materials; Perform administrative functions that support the work of the Executive Director, the Deputy Director, and the entire AWHWA team, including but not limited to: tracking receipts and submitting monthly expense reports; submitting monthly lobbying reports; creating and updating digital and physical filing systems to retain documents; copying, scanning, placing and screening phone calls and directing messages to other staff as necessary; handling mail and office deliveries; placing orders for office supplies; taking meeting notes; Assist with special projects upon request of the Executive Director and the Deputy Director.   Hours and Travel Regular office hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST, may include occasional evening or weekend hours for special events, as well as occasional overnight travel.   Qualifications We will consider exceptional candidates who demonstrate a strong combination of the specific qualifications and skills described below.   Excellent administrative, interpersonal, and organizational skills; Experience supporting busy executives; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Highly detail-oriented; Outstanding capacity to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize; Advanced computer literacy skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information; Enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment as a part of a growing, high-performing team; Demonstrates professionalism, good humor, patience, and the ability to handle stress; Demonstrates commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion, both internally and across our efforts to serve all youth and young adults experiencing homelessness in Washington state.   Preferred Qualifications A friendly, calm, professional demeanor and “can-do” attitude; Professional experience in a nonprofit environment, familiarity with youth and young adult homelessness a plus; Politically savvy and/or experience corresponding with elected officials a plus; Graphic design software familiarity a plus; Experience with Basecamp project management software, the Google professional suite, and/or SalesForce; A minimum of 2 years' experience in an administrative role, or similar.   Physical Requirements/Office Environment Little or no exertion, may require extended periods at a computer. May occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.   TSNE MissionWorks/AWHW envisions a society grounded in the principles of social and economic justice. As such, we strive to achieve excellence through a diverse and inclusive workplace that honors the unique talents and lived experiences of each person. Our vision and values are reflected in all our employment-related decisions, including hiring practices. Accordingly, TSNE MissionWorks/AWHW actively seeks people who bring diverse backgrounds and perspectives to join us in our work.   As an EOE/AA employer, TSNE MissionWorks/A Way Home Washington will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, genetic information, veteran or disability status or any other factor prohibited by law. Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/j3q4r5h2s6g7vd47   PI108064638

SPRING 2019 Immigration Advocacy Volunteer Internship, Washington Legislative Office, DC Office:  Undergraduate Internships Location:  District of Columbia SEPTEMBER 7, 2018 SPRING 2019 IMMIGRATION ADVOCACY VOLUNTEER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union Washington Legislative Office, 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, 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. With more than a 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.   OVERVIEW Founded in 1952, the Washington Legislative Office is responsible for advancing the civil liberties agenda of the national organization before Congress and the Executive Branch, as well as working with ACLU affiliates.   INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Our Volunteer Internship requires a minimum 12-week commitment (20 or more hours per week), beginning immediately in February 2019. Individuals are encouraged to seek outside funding for the internship. Arrangements can be made for work/study or course credit.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will work on a variety of immigration issues. Working closely with the State Campaigns Manager on the immigration team, interns will assist in all aspects of state and local level immigration advocacy campaigns including but not limited to: Conducting policy and advocacy research of state and local level immigration efforts Supporting research and drafting materials for public education Researching the civil liberties implications of legislative proposals and tracking state and local level legislation and ballot initiatives  Developing tactics and materials to support local and state level campaigns Attending coalition meetings as necessary, as well as liaising with partners and ACLU affiliates Researching and drafting issue statements and blogs for posting on the ACLU’s web page, newsletters and/or action alerts   EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Experience with immigration issues or working with immigrant communities Organizing and or prior issue campaigns experience preferred Beneficiaries of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals are encouraged to apply Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills The ability to work independently and to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties and demonstrated interest in immigrants’ rights advocacy Proficiency in Spanish preferred, but not required   HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should send a cover letter, resume and a writing sample of 5-7 pages to   hrjobswlo@aclu.org   reference   [DACA INTERN]   in subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Washington Legislative Office 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 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.”

Spring 2019 Undergraduate Internship, Campaign for Smart Justice, NY Office:  Undergraduate Internships Location:  New York AUGUST 22, 2018 SPRING 2019 UNDERGRADUATE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union   Campaign for Smart Justice, 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. The   Campaign for Smart Justice   of the ACLU’s National Office in New York, NY seeks applicants for its   Spring 2019 Undergraduate Internship.   Individuals are encouraged to seek outside funding for the internship. 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.   OVERVIEW With 2.3 million people behind bars in this country, the United States has earned the disgraceful distinction of being the world’s largest jailer. The nation’s machine of mass incarceration severely limits the ability of people, disproportionately people of color, from participating in the social, political and economic life of this country. The ACLU’s Campaign for Smart Justice is committed to realizing a new criminal justice system – one that is substantially smaller than its current size while also keeping communities safe, advancing racial justice, treating people fairly, and using fiscal resources wisely. The ACLU’s Campaign for Smart Justice works with partners to build a movement for social change and win state-based reforms needed to cut the size of our nation’s incarcerated population by 50 percent. The Campaign is committed to advancing both decarceration and racial justice.  The issue of mass incarceration is ripe for bipartisan involvement, and the ACLU works collaboratively with groups across the political spectrum to achieve our goal of ending mass incarceration.   INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Interns will have the opportunity to support the Campaign’s efforts in researching state criminal justice reform efforts, preparing advocacy and public education materials, and supporting general administrative and clerical work. There will be opportunities to attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on Campaign for Smart Justice program and broader ACLU work. The internship position is based in the Campaign for Smart Justice’s New York City headquarters and is supervised by the Advocacy & Policy Counsel of the Campaign. The internship is part-time with weekly hours that are negotiable and typically requires a 10-12 week commitment.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Campaign for Smart Justice team on the following: Providing event and intranet support; and assisting in affiliate correspondence Conducting criminal justice reform and polling research; drafting memorandum; and preparing advocacy and public education materials Tracking criminal justice reform issues and initiatives on the web; drafting internal newsletter to keep staff up-to-date; and coordinating smart justice newsletters General administrative and clerical work, including updating data spreadsheets, filing, photocopying, shipping and mailing, coordinating meetings, drafting routine correspondence Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts Other duties as assigned   DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS This Internship is open to undergraduates.  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   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter, describing your interest in criminal justice reform and civil liberties, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during college; a resume; and a list of three references to   hrjobsCSJ@aclu.org . Reference [ Campaign for Smart Justice Spring 2019 Undergraduate Internship/W]   in the subject line.   Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Campaign for Smart Justice 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 Students are encouraged to submit applications as early as possible, as decisions are made on a rolling basis A pplications will be 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.”

Spring 2019 Legal Internship, Campaign for Smart Justice, NY Office:  Legal Internships Location:  New York AUGUST 22, 2018 SPRING 2019 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union   Campaign for Smart Justice, 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. The   Campaign for Smart Justice   of the ACLU’s National Office in New York, NY seeks applicants for its   Spring 2019 Legal Internship.   Individuals are encouraged to seek outside funding for the internship. 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.    OVERVIEW With 2.3 million people behind bars in this country, the United States has earned the disgraceful distinction of being the world’s largest jailer. The nation’s machine of mass incarceration severely limits the ability of people, disproportionately people of color, from participating in the social, political and economic life of this country. The ACLU’s Campaign for Smart Justice is committed to realizing a new criminal justice system – one that is substantially smaller than its current size while also keeping communities safe, advancing racial justice, treating people fairly, and using fiscal resources wisely. The ACLU’s Campaign for Smart Justice works with partners to build a movement for social change and win state-based reforms needed to cut the size of our nation’s incarcerated population by 50 percent. The Campaign is committed to advancing both decarceration and racial justice.  The issue of mass incarceration is ripe for bipartisan involvement, and the ACLU works collaboratively with groups across the political spectrum to achieve our goal of ending mass incarceration.   INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Interns will have the opportunity to support the Campaign’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 Campaign for Smart Justice program and broader ACLU work. The internship position is based in the Campaign for Smart Justice’s New York City headquarters and is supervised by the Advocacy & Policy Counsel of the Campaign. The internship is part-time with weekly hours that are negotiable and typically requires a 10-12 week commitment.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Campaign for Smart Justice 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 criminal justice reform reports Monitoring legal and legislative developments on the prosecutorial, bail, sentencing, and reentry  reforms in the states Commitment to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and/or conflicts Other duties as assigned   DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS This Internship is open to legal students who will have completed their first semester 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 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   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter, describing your interest in criminal justice reform and civil liberties, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during college; a resume; and a list of three references to   hrjobsCSJ@aclu.org . Reference [ Campaign for Smart Justice Spring 2019 Legal Internship/W]   in the subject line.   Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Campaign for Smart Justice 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 Students are encouraged to submit applications as early as possible, as decisions are made on a rolling basis A pplications will be 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.”

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 Training Manager reports directly to the Vice President of HR & Leadership Development and is responsible for assessing organization-wide training needs to drive training initiatives and identify and arrange suitable training solutions for employees and HRC volunteers. The Training Manager also actively searches, creatively designs and implements effective methods to educate and enhance job performance as well as acts as an administrator for HRC’s learning management systems. Position Responsibilities:   Serve as the in-house training expert – keeping abreast of the best practices in adult learning – and how to support the work of HRC’s staff and volunteers through training. Help prepare and deliver highly engaging and effective in-person and online training, presentations and discussions on a wide variety of topics for staff. Support in-house content experts by translating their expertise into training modules. Coordinate internal staff training schedule with various stakeholders including external consultants. Manage training systems and maintain data to monitor organization’s goals and benchmarks. Market training and learning tools to staff on a routine basis and perform outreach to staff on available trainings. Maintain a training dashboard to ensure accountability, tracking, and monitoring of internal training efforts and staff participation. Serve as administrator on learning management systems. Evaluate and recommend other technologies as appropriate to support training at HRC. Act as a liaison with external training partners for HRC staff training needs. Serve as the lead on HRC’s cross-departmental Training and Development Taskforce. Assist the VP of HR & Leadership Development in identifying and managing other  training resources including coaching and external training programs. Assist the VP of HR & Leadership Development with administrative tasks and certain confidential matters. Other duties as assigned. Position Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) with at least three to five years of relevant work experience required. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Experience in public speaking, facilitation and training required. Strong project management skills. Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills to establish and maintain positive working relationships throughout HRC and with external vendors. Well-organized, detail-oriented, goal-driven and confirmed ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects with a positive attitude, meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced, highly-collaborative environment. Strong skills with Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Publisher, Word, and Excel). Experience with learning management systems (Adobe Captivate Prime, LinkedIn Learning and/or Litmos) strongly preferred. Familiarity and competence with video and training conferencing systems (GoToMeeting and Zoom) preferred. Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) certification is a plus. Strong attention to detail required. Excellent organizational skills. Strong interest in and knowledge of the rapidly changing LGBTQ equality movement. 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, please. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries about application status. 

Spring 2019 Legal Internship, Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender & HIV Project, NY Office:  Legal Internships Location:  New York AUGUST 22, 2018 SPRING 2019 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender & HIV Project  New York   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   Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & HIV Project   of the ACLU’s National Office in   New York City   seeks applicants for its   Spring 2019 Legal Internship.   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.    OVERVIEW Founded in 1986, the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender (LGBT) & HIV Project is a division of the national office of the ACLU. It is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which encompasses the ACLU’s work on women’s rights, reproductive freedom, LGBT rights and the rights of people living with HIV, disability rights, and freedom of religion and belief. The Center for Liberty is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The goal of the Project is to create a just society for all LGBT people and people living with HIV regardless of race or income. Through litigation, lobbying, public education, and organizing, we work to build a country where our communities can live openly without discrimination and enjoy equal rights, personal autonomy, and freedom of expression and association. The Project brings “impact” lawsuits in state and federal courts throughout the country – cases designed to have a significant effect on the lives of LGBT people and those with HIV/AIDS. The Project’s legal strategies are built on the idea that fighting for civil rights means not only persuading judges but also ultimately changing the way people think. As the Project litigates for change, it implements targeted media, online and outreach campaigns to change public attitudes through education and to give people on the frontlines the tools they need to act. As a part of the ACLU, the Project is in a unique position to work for equality. The ACLU’s national network of affiliates broadens the Project’s reach into every locality and into the federal government.  Today, the ACLU brings more LGBT cases and advocacy initiatives than any other national civil rights organization.  The Project strives to ensure that the racial and economic diversity of the LGBT community is reflected in its work and continues to explore ways to make its efforts more sensitive to the needs of people of color and people who are economically disadvantaged.  The Project’s work as part of the broad civil liberties agenda of the ACLU exemplifies the notion that the LGBT community and the community of those living with HIV/AIDS must work in concert with other social change movements in order to achieve a just society for all.    INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Interns will have the opportunity to work on all aspects of litigation. The internship is full-time and typically requires a full-term commitment (e.g., winter term, spring quarter or semester).   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the LGBT & HIV Project team on 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   DESIRED 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 and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Westlaw, and conducting internet research The initiative to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, social justice issues affecting LGBT people and those living with HIV/AIDS is desirable The ability to work with a wide range of people. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter describing your interest, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during law school; a current resume;  a short writing sample (no more than 10 pages in length); and a list of three references to   hrjobsLGBT@aclu.org .   Reference   [LGBTH Spring 2019 Legal Internship/W]   in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to LGBT & HIV Project 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   A pplications 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.”

Spring 2019 Legal Internship, Voting Rights Project, NY Office:  Legal Internships Location:  New York AUGUST 22, 2018 SPRING 2019 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Voting Rights Project New York   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   Voting Rights Project   of the ACLU’s National Office in   New York   seeks applicants for its   Spring 2019 Legal Internship.   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.    OVERVIEW 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 has been engaged in groundbreaking litigation challenging voter suppression, partisan gerrymandering, and illegal purge efforts in North Carolina, Ohio, and Indiana, and onerous identification and documentary proof of citizenship requirements for registration and voting in various states including Arizona, Kansas, Arkansas, South Carolina, Texas, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. The Project also intervened on behalf of minority voters in Shelby County v. Holder, a case challenging the constitutionality of Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act; and conducted litigation to secure and protect the voting rights of Native Americans in Colorado, South Dakota, Wyoming, Nebraska, and Montana.   INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Interns will have the opportunity to work on all aspect of litigation.  The internship is part-time (although full-time positions will be considered) with weekly hours that are negotiable and typically requires a semester-long 10-20 hours per week commitment.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Voting Rights Project team on the following: Conducting legal, factual, and policy research Drafting memoranda, affidavits, complaints, discovery requests and responses, and briefs Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims Researching and drafting materials for public education Advising ACLU affiliates, private attorneys, governmental entities, and others who seek the ACLU’s help   DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS This internship is open to law students who will have completed their first semester 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 A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social and racial justice The ability to work in a cordial and professional manner with staff members and other interns Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter describing your interest, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during law school; a current resume;  a short writing sample (no more than 10 pages in length); and a list of three references to   hrjobsVRP@aclu.org . Reference   [Voting Rights Project Spring 2019 Legal Internship/W]   in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Voting Rights Project 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.   A pplications 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.”

Fall 2018 Undergraduate Internship, National Prison Project, DC Office:    Undergraduate Internships Location:    District of Columbia AUGUST 22, 2018 FALL 2018 UNDERGRADUATE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union Foundation National Prison Project,  Washington, D.C.   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, 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. With more than a 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   National Prison Project   of the ACLU’s National Office in Washington, D.C. invites applicants for   Fall 2018 Undergraduate Internships.   Stipends will be offered to interns who do not receive course credit and/or outside funding. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit   OVERVIEW Founded in 1972 by the American Civil Liberties Union, the   National Prison Project (NPP)   seeks to ensure constitutional conditions of confinement in prisons, jails, juvenile facilities, and immigration detention facilities. The Project seeks to promote prisoners’ rights through class action litigation and public education. Its priorities include reducing prison overcrowding, improving prisoner medical care, eliminating violence and maltreatment, and increasing oversight and accountability in prisons, jails, and other places of detention. The Project also works to challenge the policies of over-incarceration that have led the United States to imprison more people than any other country in the world. This is an opportune moment to reform those policies. There is a growing consensus among criminal justice experts and policymakers that America’s criminal justice system has relied too heavily on incarceration as the first and often only response for non-violent behavior that could better be addressed through other means. The population in American prisons and jails has tripled in the past 15 years and now approaches two and a half million. Facilities are overcrowded; medical systems are overwhelmed; work, education, and treatment programs are inadequate; and prison violence has increased. This failed experiment does not make us safer, it is not affordable, and it exacerbates the racial disparities that have long plagued the criminal justice system. The Project, with a staff of six lawyers, has fought and continues to fight unlawful prison conditions and practices through successful litigation on behalf of prisoners in more than 25 states. Since 1991, the Project has represented prisoners in five cases before the United States Supreme Court. The ACLU is the only organization litigating prison conditions of confinement nationwide on behalf of men, women, and children.   INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW The   Fall Internship   is typically part-time with weekly hours that are negotiable, requires a commitment for the semester, and has a preferred start date of September 5, 2018. Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the National Prison Project team. They will also learn about creating change through class action litigation and about building and supporting strategic legislative and advocacy campaigns. Work may include the following:   Assisting with the production and distribution of advocacy materials Conducting factual research and writing regarding criminal justice policy and legislative movement Gathering current information related to prison and jail conditions Documenting and tracking complaints received from prisoners and responding with informational materials Providing campaign and litigation support to supervising attorneys Other projects as assigned   EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS This Internship is open to students who have completed their first year of college, and who are enrolled in a relevant undergraduate program.  Applicants must possess: A strong interest in criminal justice and a commitment to civil rights Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently Excellent research, writing and communication skills  Strong computer skills, particularly web-based research including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access)   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter describing your interest in prison reform and civil liberties, including any relevant life or work experience; a short writing sample; a resume; and three references to   hrjobsNPP@aclu.org . Reference   [Fall 2018 Undergraduate Internship, NPP]   in the subject line.  If applying for a part-time internship, please specify in your application your preferred weekly schedule.    Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address.  This email address is specific to National Prison Project 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. Students are encouraged to submit applications as early as possible, as decisions are made on a rolling basis. Applications will be 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.”

Fall 2018 Legal Internship, Voting Rights Project, NY Office:  Legal Internships Location:  New York AUGUST 22, 2018 FALL 2018 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Voting Rights Project New York   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   Voting Rights Project   of the ACLU’s National Office in   New York   seeks applicants for its   Fall 2018 Legal Internship.   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.    OVERVIEW 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 has been engaged in groundbreaking litigation challenging voter suppression, partisan gerrymandering, and illegal purge efforts in North Carolina, Ohio, and Indiana, and onerous identification and documentary proof of citizenship requirements for registration and voting in various states including Arizona, Kansas, Arkansas, South Carolina, Texas, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. The Project also intervened on behalf of minority voters in Shelby County v. Holder, a case challenging the constitutionality of Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act; and conducted litigation to secure and protect the voting rights of Native Americans in Colorado, South Dakota, Wyoming, Nebraska, and Montana.   INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Interns will have the opportunity to work on all aspect of litigation.  The internship is part-time (although full-time positions will be considered) with weekly hours that are negotiable and typically requires a semester-long 10-20 hours per week commitment.   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Voting Rights Project team on the following: Conducting legal, factual, and policy research Drafting memoranda, affidavits, complaints, discovery requests and responses, and briefs Researching prospects for new litigation, including both factual and legal claims Researching and drafting materials for public education Advising ACLU affiliates, private attorneys, governmental entities, and others who seek the ACLU’s help   DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS This internship is open to law students who will have completed their first semester 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 A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, and social and racial justice The ability to work in a cordial and professional manner with staff members and other interns Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter describing your interest, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during law school; a current resume;  a short writing sample (no more than 10 pages in length); and a list of three references to   hrjobsVRP@aclu.org . Reference [ Voting Rights Project Fall 2018 Legal Internship/W] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Voting Rights Project 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   A pplications 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.”

Fall 2018 Legal Internship, Racial Justice Program, NY Office:  Legal Internships Location:  New York AUGUST 22, 2018 FALL 2018 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Racial Justice Program New York 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, fighting to integrate people with disabilities in the community, 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  Racial Justice Program  of the ACLU’s National Office in   New York  seeks applicants for its  Fall 2018 Legal Internship.  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.  OVERVIEW The ACLU’s   Racial Justice Program (RJP)   aims to preserve and extend constitutionally guaranteed rights as well as other rights, to segments of the population that historically have been denied those rights on the basis of race, ethnicity or national origin. Interns will work with an experienced team of racial justice attorneys in the ACLU’s New York City National Office on a broad range of issues, with a particular emphasis on education, economic, and criminal justice. The work of RJP challenges racial discrimination, structural white supremacy, and other policies and practices that have a direct or disparate impact on communities of color. RJP’s litigation docket includes racial profiling, debtors’ prisons, disparate educational opportunities, the school-to-prison pipeline, indigenous justice, housing discrimination, digital discrimination, and unfair lending practices. RJP has also engaged in other innovative advocacy and public education efforts including the development of resource materials and web sites addressing a number of racial justice issues. RJP is part of the ACLU’s Trone Center for Justice and Equality, which also includes the ACLU’s work on criminal law reform, prisoners’ rights, and capital punishment. INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW RJP is offering Legal Interns the opportunity to work on all aspects of litigation. The Internship can be either full-time/ part-time with a flexible weekly schedule and typically requires a semester-long commitment of 10 hours per week. The preferred start date is early September 2018. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the RJP team. Interns will assist in all aspects of litigation. Interns will gain experience by working on the following: Conducting factual and legal research Drafting pleadings, briefs and other litigation documents Researching prospects for new litigation, including factual and legal claims Assisting in the preparation of expert and percipient witnesses for courtroom testimony. DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS This internship is open to law students who will have completed their first year of school before the internship commences. Applicants should possess: Excellent research, writing, analytical and communication skills The initiative to see projects through to completion A demonstrated commitment to racial justice issues, civil rights, and civil liberties Commitment to the mission of the ACLU HOW TO APPLY Please send: a cover letter describing your interest in racial justice issues and civil liberties, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during law school; a resume; a list of two references; and a legal writing sample (no more than ten pages in length) to   hrjobsRJP@aclu.org . Reference   [RJP Spring 2018 Legal Internship/W]   in the subject line.   Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address.  This email address is specific to Racial Justice Program 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.”

Fall 2018 Legal Internship, Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender & HIV Project, NY Office:  Legal Internships Location:  New York AUGUST 22, 2018 FALL 2018 LEGAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender & HIV Project  New York   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   Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & HIV Project   of the ACLU’s National Office in   New York City   seeks applicants for its   Fall 2018 Legal Internship.   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.    OVERVIEW Founded in 1986, the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender (LGBT) & HIV Project is a division of the national office of the ACLU. It is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which encompasses the ACLU’s work on women’s rights, reproductive freedom, LGBT rights and the rights of people living with HIV, disability rights, and freedom of religion and belief. The Center for Liberty is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The goal of the Project is to create a just society for all LGBT people and people living with HIV regardless of race or income. Through litigation, lobbying, public education, and organizing, we work to build a country where our communities can live openly without discrimination and enjoy equal rights, personal autonomy, and freedom of expression and association. The Project brings “impact” lawsuits in state and federal courts throughout the country – cases designed to have a significant effect on the lives of LGBT people and those with HIV/AIDS. The Project’s legal strategies are built on the idea that fighting for civil rights means not only persuading judges but also ultimately changing the way people think. As the Project litigates for change, it implements targeted media, online and outreach campaigns to change public attitudes through education and to give people on the frontlines the tools they need to act. As a part of the ACLU, the Project is in a unique position to work for equality. The ACLU’s national network of affiliates broadens the Project’s reach into every locality and into the federal government.  Today, the ACLU brings more LGBT cases and advocacy initiatives than any other national civil rights organization.  The Project strives to ensure that the racial and economic diversity of the LGBT community is reflected in its work and continues to explore ways to make its efforts more sensitive to the needs of people of color and people who are economically disadvantaged.  The Project’s work as part of the broad civil liberties agenda of the ACLU exemplifies the notion that the LGBT community and the community of those living with HIV/AIDS must work in concert with other social change movements in order to achieve a just society for all.    INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW Interns will have the opportunity to work on all aspects of litigation. The internship is full-time and typically requires a full-term commitment (e.g., fall semester or quarter, winter term).   ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the LGBT & HIV Project team on 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   DESIRED 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 and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Westlaw, and conducting internet research The initiative to see projects through to completion A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, social justice issues affecting LGBT people and those living with HIV/AIDS is desirable The ability to work with a wide range of people Commitment to the mission of the ACLU   HOW TO APPLY Please send a cover letter describing your interest, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during law school; a current resume;  a short writing sample (no more than 10 pages in length); and a list of three references to   hrjobsLGBT@aclu.org . Reference   [LGBTH Fall 2018 Legal Internship/W]   in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to LGBT & HIV Project 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   A pplications 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.”

2019-2021 Aryeh Neier Fellowship Office:  Legal Fellowships Location:  New York AUGUST 21, 2018 The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation   (ACLU) and   Human Rights Watch   (HRW) invite applications for the Aryeh Neier Fellowship. The fellow will work with both organizations on joint initiatives to strengthen respect for human rights in the United States. 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. Human Rights Watch   is an international human rights monitoring and advocacy organization known for its in-depth investigations, its incisive and timely reporting, its innovative and high-profile advocacy campaigns, and its success in changing the human rights-related policies and practices of influential governments and international institutions. Human Rights Watch and the ACLU created the fellowship in 2002 with generous funding from the Open Society Institute to honor the legacy of Aryeh Neier. As executive director of the ACLU and then of Human Rights Watch, Aryeh Neier helped develop both organizations into powerful forces for justice and human rights. A special committee from both organizations will select the fellow, who will begin the two-year fellowship in September 2019. They will most likely be placed in the New York City offices of Human Rights Watch and the ACLU, spending a year at each; however, the fellow should be open to placement in the organizations’ offices in other locations in the US. Responsibilities Monitor human rights developments; Conduct field research in the United States; Draft reports on human rights conditions; Engage in advocacy aimed at publicizing and curtailing human rights violations; Assist with the development of litigation strategies; and Carry out other tasks as may be required. Qualifications Education:   Candidates must hold a J.D. from a US law school or have a J.D. granted by June 2019. Experience : Academic or work experience related to some aspect of the protection of human rights and civil liberties in the United States. Related Skills and Knowledge Take and/or pass the bar exam prior to commencing the fellowship in September 2019 Eligibility to practice law in the US during the second year of the fellowship Exceptional analytical skills, and an ability to write and speak clearly and persuasively Self-motivation with the ability to take initiative and follow through on projects to completion Ability to work independently as well as within a team Proficiency in one language in addition to English is preferred A demonstrated commitment to human rights and justice Salary The fellow will receive $60,000 in the first year, with a salary increase in the second year. How to Apply Please apply immediately or by 11:59 PM ET on October 5, 2018 by visiting our online job portal at:   https://bit.ly/2Pho8NB&   and attaching a resume, letter of interest, and a brief writing sample (unedited by others), preferably altogether as one PDF file. No calls or email inquiries, please. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Due to the large number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to submit the following: two letters of recommendation and an official law or graduate school transcript. Applicants must be available for interviews in New York from late November to mid-December 2018. Please direct inquiries, including technical difficulties with your application submission, to   fellowship@hrw.org . Due to the large response, application submissions via email will not be accepted and inquiries regarding the status of applications will go unanswered.  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/HRW reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.   Human Rights Watch and the ACLU are strong because we are diverse. We do not discriminate in hiring practices and actively seek a diverse applicant pool. We encourage candidates of all abilities, ages, gender identities and expressions, national origins, races and ethnicities, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with criminal records to apply. We welcome all kinds of diversity. Our employees include people who are parents and nonparents, the self-taught and university educated, and from a wide span of socio-economic backgrounds and perspectives on the world. Human Rights Watch and the ACLU are equal opportunity employers. 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".

Spring 2019 Legal Internship - Women's Rights Project Office:  Legal Internships Location:  New York AUGUST 21, 2018 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 women and 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   Women’s Rights Project   of the ACLU’s National Office in New York, NY   seeks applicants for its   Spring 2019 Legal Internship.   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. Overview The Women’s Rights Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU’s work on women’s rights, reproductive freedom, LGBT rights and the rights of people living with HIV, freedom of religion and belief, and the rights of people with disabilities. Founded in 1972 by Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the Women's Rights Project (WRP) has been a leader in the legal battles to ensure women’s full equality in American society. WRP is dedicated to the advancement of the rights and interests of women and works to break down gender stereotypes that limit opportunities for individuals. Through litigation, advocacy, grassroots mobilization, and public education, WRP pushes for change and systemic reform in those institutions that perpetuate discrimination based on gender. WRP has been an active participant in virtually all of the major gender discrimination litigation in the Supreme Court, in advocacy efforts for women’s rights at the state and federal level, and in significant communications efforts on behalf of women and girls. WRP focuses on women’s rights in the following priority areas: employment, education, and gender-based violence. Internship Overview Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Women’s Rights Project team.  Our Spring 2019 Legal Internship is part-time, with a weekly time commitment of 10-15 hours. Roles and Responsibilities Interns will assist in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns, including working on 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 Desired Experience and Qualifications This internship is open to law school students who will have   completed their first 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, social justice, and women’s rights Commitment to the mission of the ACLU How to Apply Please send a cover letter describing your interest, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during law school; a current resume;  a short writing sample (no more than 10 pages in length); and a list of three references to   HRJobsWRP@aclu.org . Reference   WRP Spring 2019 Legal Internship   in the subject line.   Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Women’s Rights Project 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.”

Summer 2019 Undergraduate Internship - Women's Rights Project Office:  Undergraduate Internships Location:  New York AUGUST 21, 2018 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 women and 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   Women’s Rights Project   of the ACLU’s National Office in New York, NY   seeks applicants for its   Summer 2019 Undergraduate Internship.   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. Overview The Women’s Rights Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU’s work on women’s rights, reproductive freedom, LGBT rights and the rights of people living with HIV, freedom of religion and belief, and the rights of people with disabilities. Founded in 1972 by Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the Women's Rights Project (WRP) has been a leader in the legal battles to ensure women’s full equality in American society. WRP is dedicated to the advancement of the rights and interests of women and works to break down gender stereotypes that limit opportunities for individuals. Through litigation, advocacy, grassroots mobilization, and public education, WRP pushes for change and systemic reform in those institutions that perpetuate discrimination based on gender. WRP has been an active participant in virtually all of the major gender discrimination litigation in the Supreme Court, in advocacy efforts for women’s rights at the state and federal level, and in significant communications efforts on behalf of women and girls. WRP focuses on women’s rights in the following priority areas: employment, education, and gender-based violence. Internship Overview Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Women’s Rights Project team. Our Summer 2019 Undergraduate Internship is full-time and requires a minimum commitment of 10 weeks. Roles and Responsibilities Interns will assist in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns, including working on 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 Desired Experience and Qualifications This internship is open to undergraduate students who will have completed their   first year of college   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 How to Apply Please send a cover letter describing your interest, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during college; a current resume;  a short writing sample (no more than 10 pages in length); and a list of three references to   HRJobsWRP@aclu.org . Reference   WRP Summer 2019 Undergraduate Internship   in the subject line.   Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Women’s Rights Project 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.”

Summer 2019 Legal Internship - Women's Rights Project Office:  Legal Internships Location:  New York AUGUST 21, 2018 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 women and 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   Women’s Rights Project   of the ACLU’s National Office in New York, NY   seeks applicants for its   Summer 2019 Legal Internship.   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. Overview The Women’s Rights Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU’s work on women’s rights, reproductive freedom, LGBT rights and the rights of people living with HIV, freedom of religion and belief, and the rights of people with disabilities. Founded in 1972 by Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the Women's Rights Project (WRP) has been a leader in the legal battles to ensure women’s full equality in American society. WRP is dedicated to the advancement of the rights and interests of women and works to break down gender stereotypes that limit opportunities for individuals. Through litigation, advocacy, grassroots mobilization, and public education, WRP pushes for change and systemic reform in those institutions that perpetuate discrimination based on gender. WRP has been an active participant in virtually all of the major gender discrimination litigation in the Supreme Court, in advocacy efforts for women’s rights at the state and federal level, and in significant communications efforts on behalf of women and girls. WRP focuses on women’s rights in the following priority areas: employment, education, and gender-based violence. Internship Overview Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Women’s Rights Project team.  Our Summer 2019 Legal Internship is full-time and requires a minimum commitment of 10 weeks.   Roles and Responsibilities Interns will assist in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns, including working on 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 Desired Experience and Qualifications This internship is open to law school students who will have   completed their first 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, social justice, and women’s rights Commitment to the mission of the ACLU How to Apply Please send a cover letter describing your interest, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during law school; a current resume;  a short writing sample (no more than 10 pages in length); and a list of three references to   HRJobsWRP@aclu.org . Reference   WRP Summer 2019 Legal Internship   in the subject line.   Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Women’s Rights Project 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.”

Spring 2019 Undergraduate Internship - Women's Rights Project Office:  Undergraduate Internships Location:  New York AUGUST 21, 2018 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 women and 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   Women’s Rights Project   of the ACLU’s National Office in New York, NY   seeks applicants for its   Spring 2019 Undergraduate Internship.   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. Overview The Women’s Rights Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU’s work on women’s rights, reproductive freedom, LGBT rights and the rights of people living with HIV, freedom of religion and belief, and the rights of people with disabilities. Founded in 1972 by Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the Women's Rights Project (WRP) has been a leader in the legal battles to ensure women’s full equality in American society. WRP is dedicated to the advancement of the rights and interests of women and works to break down gender stereotypes that limit opportunities for individuals. Through litigation, advocacy, grassroots mobilization, and public education, WRP pushes for change and systemic reform in those institutions that perpetuate discrimination based on gender. WRP has been an active participant in virtually all of the major gender discrimination litigation in the Supreme Court, in advocacy efforts for women’s rights at the state and federal level, and in significant communications efforts on behalf of women and girls. WRP focuses on women’s rights in the following priority areas: employment, education, and gender-based violence. Internship Overview Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Women’s Rights Project team. Our Spring 2019 Undergraduate Internship is part-time in the New York office, with a weekly time commitment of 10-15 hours. Roles and Responsibilities Interns will assist in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns, including working on 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 Desired Experience and Qualifications This internship is open to undergraduate students who will have completed their   first year of college   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 How to Apply Please send a cover letter describing your interest, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during college; a current resume;  a short writing sample (no more than 10 pages in length); and a list of three references to   HRJobsWRP@aclu.org . Reference   WRP Spring 2019 Undergraduate Internship   in the subject line.   Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Women’s Rights Project 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.”

Fall 2019 Marvin M. Karpatkin Fellowship - Racial Justice Project Office:  Legal Fellowships Location:  New York AUGUST 21, 2018 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 protecting the rights of immigrants, ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for women and 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. Overview The Fellowship was established by the ACLU Board of Directors in memory of Marvin M. Karpatkin, the late General Counsel of the American Civil Liberties Union, who died in January 1975, at the age of 48.  Mr. Karpatkin was one of the ACLU's most active attorneys during the 1960s and early 1970s.  He left his special mark in the areas of selective service and military law.  His interest in those areas grew out of his own strong opposition to the Vietnam War and his desire to help those who, younger than himself, were faced with performing military service in a war they would not support. Racial Justice Program (RJP) attorneys and staff work to challenge racial discrimination and related issues that have a disparate impact on communities of color, particularly in the areas of criminal justice, economic justice and education. In the area of criminal justice, we are dedicated to reducing the unwarranted and disproportionate targeting and incarceration of people of color.  In the area of education, we seek to ensure that all children have access to quality education, regardless of race or ethnicity and seek to end the school-to-prison pipeline that funnels children of color out of the education system into the criminal and juvenile justice systems. We have filed civil challenges to the practice of jailing indigent persons because of their inability to pay court fines and are exploring other practices which have the effect of criminalizing poverty. We have also taken steps to challenge racial profiling and are working to counteract the negative effects of criminal history in accessing and retaining housing. Roles & Responsibilities The Karpatkin Fellow functions as part of the ACLU’s Racial Justice Program’s litigation team. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Provide legal research and analysis and develop theories to support new litigation projects. Draft pleadings, affidavits, motions, and briefs. Interview witnesses and potential plaintiffs. Participate in discovery and trial practice. Provide support and assistance to ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys. Engage in public speaking and attend meetings and/or conferences as needed. Supervise student interns. Experience & Qualifications J.D. degree or expect to receive one by the Spring of 2019.  A demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding. Excellent research, writing and verbal communication skills. Self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills. Proven ability to work independently as well as within a team. Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law. Commitment to the mission and goals of the ACLU. 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 Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, two letters of recommendation and at least one legal writing sample by email to   HRJobsRJP@aclu.org   - reference [RJP-08] in subject line. The application deadline is October 1, 2018.   Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this opportunity. 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.”

Fall 2018 Undergraduate Internship - Women's Rights Project Office:  Undergraduate Internships L ocation:  New York AUGUST 21, 2018 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 women and 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   Women’s Rights Project   of the ACLU’s National Office in New York, NY   seeks applicants for its   Fall 2018 Undergraduate Internship.   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. Overview The Women’s Rights Project is part of the ACLU’s Center for Liberty, which is dedicated to the principle that we are all entitled to determine the course of our lives based on who we are and what we believe, free from unreasonable government constraint and baseless stereotypes. The Center for Liberty encompasses the ACLU’s work on women’s rights, reproductive freedom, LGBT rights and the rights of people living with HIV, freedom of religion and belief, and the rights of people with disabilities. Founded in 1972 by Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the Women's Rights Project (WRP) has been a leader in the legal battles to ensure women’s full equality in American society. WRP is dedicated to the advancement of the rights and interests of women and works to break down gender stereotypes that limit opportunities for individuals. Through litigation, advocacy, grassroots mobilization, and public education, WRP pushes for change and systemic reform in those institutions that perpetuate discrimination based on gender. WRP has been an active participant in virtually all of the major gender discrimination litigation in the Supreme Court, in advocacy efforts for women’s rights at the state and federal level, and in significant communications efforts on behalf of women and girls. WRP focuses on women’s rights in the following priority areas: employment, education, and gender-based violence. Internship Overview Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Women’s Rights Project team. Our Fall 2018 Undergraduate Internship is part-time in the New York office, with a weekly time commitment of 10-15 hours and a possibility of continuing into the Spring semester. Roles and Responsibilities Interns will assist in all aspects of litigation, policy advocacy and communications campaigns, including working on 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 Desired Experience and Qualifications  This internship is open to undergraduate students who will have completed their   first year of college   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 How to Apply Please send a cover letter describing your interest, including any relevant life or work experience gained before or during college; a current resume;  a short writing sample (no more than 10 pages in length); and a list of three references to   HRJobsWRP@aclu.org . Reference   WRP Fall 2018 Undergraduate Internship   in the subject line.   Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Women’s Rights Project 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.”