Careers
Become part of our team advancing justice and liberty for New Yorkers. The NYCLU affirmatively values the humanity and contributions of those we work with and acts to build and sustain an equitable, anti-racist culture and an organizational environment where all people feel valued, trusted, and respected. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and having a workforce that reflects the population that we serve.
Explore below for opportunities in our Legal, Policy, Field, Communications, Development, and Executive departments.
Job Openings
Summer 2026 Education Policy Center Law Student Internship
The NYCLU seeks a diverse group of current law students for Summer 2026 Internships. During our 10-week program (May 26, 2026 to August 7, 2026), the interns will engage in legal research and writing to support litigation, advocacy, and legislative priorities across New York State. This intern will be based in the Education Policy Center of NYCLU.
Summer 2026 Hybrid Education Policy Center and Racial Justice Center Law Student Internship
The NYCLU seeks a diverse group of current law students for Summer 2026 internships. During our 10-week program (May 26, 2026 to August 7, 2026), the interns will engage in legal research and writing to support litigation, advocacy, and legislative priorities across New York State. This intern will be based in the Racial Justice Center and will work with the Education Policy Center on selected projects.
Summer 2026 Law Student Policy Internship
The NYCLU seeks a diverse group of current law students for summer 2026 internships. During our 10-week program, interns will engage in legal research and writing to support policy priorities on a wide range of civil rights and civil liberties issues.
Summer 2026 Law Student Summer Internship
The NYCLU seeks a diverse group of current law students for summer 2026 internships. During our 10-week program (May 26, 2026 to August 7, 2026), interns in our Legal Department will engage in legal research and writing to support litigation and advocacy on a wide range of civil rights and civil liberties issues.
Strategist (Racial Justice)
The Strategist will play a pivotal role in advancing the Racial Justice Center’s mission to achieve the NYCLU priorities with an emphasis on Indigenous Justice for our Tribal and non-Tribal Native people in New York State. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing campaigns to drive strategic change.
Senior Staff Attorney/Staff Attorney
The NYCLU seeks an experienced, innovative, and dynamic racial justice legal expert who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced organization. The staff attorney will have a particular focus on the intersectionality of racial justice with NYCLU priority areas, such as environmental racism, Indigenous rights, and restorative justice.
Digital Strategist (Multimedia + Engagement)
The Digital Strategist (Multimedia + Engagement) is responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing digital content across various digital platforms. In addition to developing creative campaigns, this role includes on-camera video work, graphic design, and basic video editing for digital outputs.
Richard Feldman Legal Fellowship
The NYCLU seeks exceptional candidates for its inaugural Richard Feldman Legal Fellowship, a two-year term limited position focused on litigation and related advocacy supporting the NYCLU’s key strategic priorities. The fellow will primarily focus on the rights of LGBTQ communities and gender equity.
Research Assistant
The Research Assistant will work under the direction of the Executive Counsel, unless reassigned based upon organizational needs. The Research Assistant may be required to collaborate with leaders and staff across the NYCLU to ensure that the NYCLU has an integrated approach to address injustice.
