Legal Internship - Summer 2026 Job at States United Democracy Center, Washington DC

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  • States United Democracy Center
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $7,500

States United Democracy Center, a nonpartisan organization focused on the critical role states play in democracy protection, is hiring two (2) Legal Interns to support the work of the Legal Department for Summer 2026.

Job Overview:

The legal intern works with internal and external attorneys, policy experts, and researchers to help analyze election and voting laws as well as the interaction between federal and state laws, provide legal guidance to the organization and clients, and support litigation to protect elections, voting, and democracy.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform all duties in accordance with States Uniteds values of integrity, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
  • Conduct legal, policy, and factual research in support of litigation, policy advocacy, and related initiatives.
  • Draft memoranda, court documents, and research materials.
  • Collaborate with partner organizations and state and local officials on litigation and policy matters
  • Analyze, research, and draft materials for public education including policy reports, white papers, and press materials.
  • Assist in developing litigation and supporting ongoing litigation, working closely with other States United attorneys and co-counsel.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Current enrollment in an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
  • Excellent initiative and project management skills including prioritization and time management.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and conducting online legal research.
  • Knowledge and/or demonstrated interest in voting rights, elections law, and/or rule of law.
  • Commitment to States Uniteds mission, and to advancing free, fair, and secure elections.
  • Commitment to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion, including with regard to race, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability, and socio-economic circumstance.
  • A positive attitude; concern for people and community.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with issues related to elections, voting, and state government.

We encourage individuals to submit their application for consideration even if they believe they do not have all the preferred qualifications.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • The compensation for this internship is a $7,500 stipend for 10 weeks, 40 hours/week.

We have offices located in Boston, MA, Brooklyn, NY, and Washington, DC. This position may also be remote within the United States.

States United Democracy Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

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