Fall Liberty and National Security Undergraduate Internship

The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve the systems of democracy and justice in the United States. We work to hold our political institutions and laws accountable to the twin American ideals of democracy and equal justice for all. The Brennan Center’s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving constitutional protections in national security policies.

Part think tank, part advocacy group, part cutting‑edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies. And we fight for them — in Congress and the states, in the courts, and in the court of public opinion.

Note: This internship is in‑person at our New York office.

• Create research on program issues such as surveillance, artificial intelligence, religious and racial profiling, ideological targeting, and counter‑terrorism initiatives.
• Track court cases and legislation.
• Copy‑edit and cite‑check research papers, blogs, op‑eds, or other materials.
• Assist with scheduling, mailing publications, and maintaining contact lists.
• Attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on program work.
• Assist with general administrative, research, and clerical work for the Brennan Center, including filing, photocopying, answering phones, shipping and mailing, coordinating meetings, drafting routine correspondence, assisting with travel arrangements and expense reports, and covering the reception desk.

• Independent self‑starter, reliable, detail‑oriented, energetic, punctual, and highly organized.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, as well as a passion for our issues.
• Experience with Windows, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word is a must.
• Open to evolving responsibilities.

This internship is only open to undergraduate students for Fall 2026.

Approximately 10–20 hours per week

$18.40 per hour

September – December 2026

July 24, 2026

The Brennan Center for Justice is committed to a workplace based on equal opportunity and a strong belief in the increased effectiveness that comes from a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, ethnicity, gender identity, socioeconomic identity, sexual orientation, national origin, previous incarceration, disability, military veteran/status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. To this end, we welcome all qualified applicants to apply.