Summer 2026 Legal Internship Job at ACLU of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT

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  • ACLU of Utah
  • Salt Lake City, UT

Job Description

The ACLU of Utah is accepting applications for one paid summer Legal Internship. Internship Duration: Internships are a 10-week period. Summer interns are expected to start on or around June 1, 2026. Rate of Pay: An hourly wage is available for students who are able to commit to working 30-40 hours a week for 10 weeks during the summer. Students who receive outside funding may be eligible for a partial stipend. Rising 2Ls will be eligible for a rate of $19 per hour Rising 3Ls will be eligible for a rate of $21.88 per hour Location: The internship will be hybrid with remote and in-person work required. All interns must be located in the state of Utah for the entire duration of their internship. Roles and Responsibilities Drafting memoranda, affidavits, and briefs; Conducting legal and policy research; Interviewing clients and conducting plaintiff searches; Researching and drafting materials for public education; Researching and drafting public records requests under State and Federal Open Records Statutes; and Other projects as assigned. Desired Experience Strong writing, research, and communication skills; Ability to convey legal information to non-attorney audiences; Ability to handle multiple projects; Ability to work independently and collaboratively; A deep interest in issues related to civil rights and civil liberties including but not limited to immigrants’ rights, LGBTQ+ issues, police practices, constitutional and criminal law, free speech, and criminal legal reform; and Strong understanding of civil liberties, civil rights, and social justice issues. Commitment to the mission of the ACLU of Utah. Legal intern positions are very limited and early application is encouraged. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis beginning on February 23rd, 2026, and accepting applications until March 31, 2026. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample that is wholly your own unedited work (10 pages or less). Application materials must be submitted as .pdf files. In your cover letter, please address your interest in the position and past experiences that may be relevant to the position. ACLU of Utah is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We strongly encourage and greatly value applications from women, people of color, immigrants, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, those who have been formerly incarcerated, and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups. ACLU of Utah is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please e‑mail HR at cwelburn@acluutah.org. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr ACLU of Utah

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Summer work, Internship, Remote work

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