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Spring 2027 Democracy, Speech & Technology Project Extern

ACLU of Northern California
Location
San Francisco, CA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Legal
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Currently enrolled in law school or a graduate program in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Science, Public Policy, Political Science, Journalism, or a related field
  • Strong interest in the intersection of civil liberties and free speech, technology, and privacy
  • Strong research, writing, and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work a minimum of 16 hours per week for 12-14 weeks (semester system) or shorter for quarter-long externships
  • Must earn academic credit for participation in the externship
What the job really is

The ACLU of Northern California is offering a Spring 2027 externship for law and graduate students in the Democracy, Speech & Technology project. Externs will support attorneys with legal and policy research, help draft reports and court documents, and may participate in public hearings and meetings with policymakers. The role emphasizes a commitment to civil liberties and free speech in the context of technology and privacy.

Things to weigh
  • Externship requires a commitment to social justice and the ideals of the ACLU
  • Applications from undergraduate students are not considered
  • Part-time externs are encouraged to commit to full days for a better experience
  • Externs may have opportunities to work across different issue areas within the department
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