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Summer 2013 Internship-ACLUF The Center for Justice, New York, N.Y. |
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ACLU |
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East Coast |
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Summer 2013 Internship-ACLUF The Center for Justice, New York, N.Y.
Description: Summer 2013 Internship-ACLUF The Center for Justice, New York, N.Y.
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Location: District of Columbia
February 22, 2013
SUMMER 2013 INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
NOTICE TO UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation The Center for Justice, New York, N.Y.
For more than 92 years, the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU), has been at the forefront of virtually every major battle for civil liberties and equal justice in this country. Principled and nonpartisan, the ACLU has offices in all 50 states, Washington, DC and Puerto Rico, and brings together the country's largest team of public interest lawyers, lobbyists, communication strategists and members and activists in the advancement of equality, fairness, and freedom, especially for the most vulnerable in our society. The Center for Justice of the ACLU's National Office in New York City invites applicants for the Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship, which will begin in May 2013.
OVERVIEW
The Center for Justice is focused on the problems in the U.S. criminal justice system, including the treatment of prisoners, the death penalty and the policies of over-incarceration that have led the United States to imprison more people than any other country in the world. Directed by Vanita Gupta, the Center for Justice includes the National Prison Project, the Criminal Law Reform Project and the Capital Punishment Project, as well as the Initiative to End Mass Incarceration and its project on the Militarization of Policing in America.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
The Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship requires a 12-16 week commitment. The internship is full-time or part-time, with weekly hours that are negotiable. The number of interns accepted varies. Since this is an unpaid internship, students are highly encouraged to seek funding from outside sources. Arrangements can be made with the educational institution for work/study stipend or course credit.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience by working alongside the Center for Justice team. They will also learn about building and supporting strategic legislative and advocacy campaigns. Work will include:
Documenting and tracking communications received from law enforcement agencies and the National Guard regarding the collection, maintenance, and use of military equipment, resources, and strategies relating to counterdrug, SWAT, and other police operations. Supporting efforts to develop advocacy strategies on reforming the militarization of policing in the U.S.
Assisting with the production and distribution of advocacy materials.
Conducting factual research and writing.
Other projects as assigned.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
This Internship is open to students who have completed their first year of college, and who are enrolled in an undergraduate program for communications, political science, or sociology. Applicants must possess:
A strong interest in criminal justice and a commitment to civil rights.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
Excellent research, writing and communication skills.
Strong computer skills, particularly web-based research including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
HOW TO APPLY
Please send a cover letter and resume via email to hrjobsCFJ@aclu.org. Reference [Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship - CFJ] in the subject line. Please note that this is not the general ACLU applicant email address. This email address is specific to Center for Justice postings. In order to ensure your application is received please make certain it is sent to the correct e-mail address. You can expect to receive an automatic response that acknowledges the submission of application materials.
Alternatively, applications can be mailed
Kara Dansky
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
RE: Summer 2013 Undergraduate Internship CFJ
915 15th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005
Please indicate in your cover letter where you learned of this internship opportunity.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We encourage applicants with disabilities who may need accommodations in the application process to contact: Recruitment@aclu.org.
The ACLU comprises two separate corporate entities, the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation. Both the American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU Foundation are national organizations with the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. The ACLU has two separate corporate entities in order to do a broad range of work to protect civil liberties. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name "ACLU." |
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hrjobsCFJ@aclu.org |
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http://www.aclu.org/job/summer-2013-internship-acluf-center-justice-new-york-ny |
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Apr 1 2013 12:00AM |
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