The States United Democracy Center, a nonpartisan organization focused on the critical role states play in election protection, is looking to hire two (2) Legal Interns for Summer 2022. The Interns will be members of the organization’s legal program reporting to the Legal Director. The Interns will work with a team of internal and external attorneys, policy experts, and researchers to help analyze election and voting laws, provide legal guidance to the organization and state officials, and support litigation to protect elections, voting, and democracy.

About the Organization:

The States United Democracy Center is a new and growing nonpartisan organization advancing free, fair, and secure elections. We focus on connecting pro-democracy state and local officials, law enforcement leaders, and other partners across the U.S. with the tools and expertise they need to safeguard our democracy. During the 2020 election, then as the Voter Protection Program, we quickly became a go-to resource for state leaders, the press, and partner organizations. By bringing together current and former governors, secretaries of state, attorneys general, and law enforcement leaders for the first time, we helped build a nonpartisan firewall against those trying to undermine democracy. Now as States United, we support these partners in protecting the integrity of elections, holding those who seek to undermine democracy accountable, and preventing acts of political violence.

Internship Overview:

• Duration: The Internship is for a 10-week period, starting on May 31, 2022
• Weekly Hours: The Internship will require 40 hours per week
• Students who do not receive course credit are eligible for compensation. The internship will provide a total compensation of $7,500 for the summer (10 weeks, 40-hour work week). Requests for shorter duration may be considered and compensation will be adjusted accordingly.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• 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 support ongoing litigation, working closely with States United attorneys and co-counsel.

Experience and Qualifications:

• 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 research
• Knowledge and/or demonstrated interest in voting rights, elections law, and/or rule of law
• Commitment to States United’s mission, and to advancing free, fair, and secure election
• 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

Please include with your application:

• Cover letter discussing your interest, qualifications, relevant experiences, and your commitment to advancing free, fair, and secure elections
• Writing sample (please attach this following your cover letter in the application)

Our offices are located in Washington, DC and Boston, MA. This position may be remote.

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 encouraged to apply.

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