Fall 2026 Editorial 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. Responsibilities As an intern with our Editorial team, your responsibilities will include editing and proofreading research and policy reports and material for the website, brainstorming content across platforms, and helping script videos. You will leave the position as a discerning editor with a good grasp of style and a strong understanding of copyediting principles. Additionally, there will be opportunities to attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on program work. Proofreading print and web material, along with collateral content such as social media posts, video scripts, and podcast episode descriptions Copyediting reports and video scripts, social media posts and graphics, and staff bios Line editing reports and other select publications Assisting the Editorial team to review proposals and develop supplementary content for reports Drafting compelling display copy for publications Qualifications The ideal candidates are independent, resourceful, detail-oriented, and highly organized. Interns must also have excellent editing, research, writing, and analytical skills, as well as a passion for democracy and justice. Preference will be given to applicants with college journalism or other editorial experience. Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style or other editorial style guides is a plus. Internship Details Internship is in-person at our New York office. Internship is open to undergraduate students for Fall 2026. Hours: Approximately 10 – 20 hours per week. Pay: $18.40 per hour. Duration: September – December 2026. Application Deadline: July 24, 2026. The Brennan Center will follow the rules of your school regarding internships. If a school doesn’t allow you to do a paid internship for some reason (e.g., receiving credit, etc.), then your internship will not be paid. In addition, if you are participating in a formal school internship program that allows you to work more than our stated hours, we will make a determination based on our needs and further assessment of your school’s program. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr