Civil Rights Legal Intern

About the Company

The Washington Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs (WLC) works to create legal, economic, and social equity through litigation, client and public education, and public policy advocacy with a primary focus on racial justice. For the last 55 years, the Committee has been on the cutting edge of civil rights advocacy in the region.

Responsibilities

• Perform factual and legal research
• Draft memos or pleadings
• Support litigation and advocacy agendas
• Participate in case/issue area check-ins and strategy sessions
• Assist in areas including economic stability, housing equity, public services, education, and criminal justice reform

Requirements

• Must be a current law student
• Ability to receive school credit (required for unpaid terms)
• Ability to commit to a quarter, semester, or summer term
• Minimum 15 hours per week for part-time roles

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in social justice and civil rights advocacy