Careers & Internships

The American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina Legal Foundation (ACLU-NC) is currently accepting applications for Summer 2026 legal interns to work in our office. Interns will have the opportunity to work on all aspects of civil rights impact litigation and engage in relevant advocacy work as applicable. The internship is full-time and requires a 10-week commitment.

The Staff Writer is a part-time (no more than 80 hours a month), non-exempt position that works as part of a collaborative Communications department. The Staff Writer will draft content and materials that advance the organization’s programmatic and integrated advocacy goals. The Staff Writer will demonstrate strong written communication skills and an ability to write effectively in the ACLU-NC voice; they will also be creative, mission-focused, and results-driven with careful attention to detail and accuracy. The Staff Writer will utilize excellent time-management, interpersonal communication, collaborative engagement, research and writing skills to drive bold, consistent messaging that align with the mission and values of the ACLU of North Carolina.