Fall 2026 Graduate Intern, Executive Office- Strategy

Fall 2026 Graduate Intern, Executive Office – Strategy Remote/Hybrid – New York ACLU seeks a Graduate Intern in the Executive Department (Strategy Office) of the National ACLU Office in New York. This is a part‑time Remote or Hybrid position. Qualifying applicants: Must be currently matriculated graduate students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship. What You’ll Do The intern will work with the Strategy Office on multiple projects during a pivotal time—responding to actions of the Trump administration and engaging in long‑term strategic planning for the next four years. The intern will support integrated strategic planning, promote clear cross‑ACLU communication, and remove barriers or pursue opportunities to support our strategic objectives. Your Day to Day Support annual planning and budgeting processes and internal communications Support election safeguarding and rapid response preparations to drive alignment and efficiency in ensuring a free and fair election Coordinate data collection on key programmatic and strategic metrics and analyze and identify learnings Conduct analysis on external trends Provide support in logistics and agenda setting for leadership retreats Draft memos, emails, and presentations and support agenda‑setting, note taking, and project planning for Strategy Office initiatives What You’ll Bring Exceptional organizational, planning, and project management skills with flexibility to manage multiple priorities and set priorities effectively against simultaneous demands Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to speak and write in a clear, succinct, and persuasive manner Strong analytical and critical thinking skills and ability to distill information into insights and recommendations Ability to work proactively in an ambiguous, dynamic, and fast‑paced environment Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collaborative working environment Future ACLU‑ers Will Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflict Internship Logistics Location: Limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. Part‑time (20 hrs/week) or full‑time (35 hrs/week). Internship Duration: Full‑time internships span 10 consecutive weeks and part‑time 12 weeks. Start dates: September 8 or September 21. Stipend: $24/hour for graduate and law students or equivalent experience. A stipend is available for students who are lawfully authorized to work. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. Academic Requirement: Internship must be tied to the intern’s formal education program by integrated coursework or receipt of academic credit. Why the ACLU For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. The organization takes on the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. EEO Statement ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance applying online or during the interview process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr ACLU - Internships