INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Undergraduate Communications Internship
American Civil Liberties Union
Washington Legislative Office

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is nation’s foremost advocate of individual rights-litigating, legislating, and educating the public on a broad array of issues affecting individual freedom in the United States. The ACLU is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public interest organization devoted to protecting the basic civil liberties of all Americans, and extending them to groups that have traditionally been denied them. Founded in 1952, the Washington National Office is responsible for advancing the civil liberties organization before Congress and the Executive Branch. The Communications Department of the ACLU Washington National Office invites applications for undergraduate internships for the winter, spring, summer and fall semester.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW:
The internship is designed to give students the opportunity to experience firsthand the workings of a full service national legislative office. Our program is designed to give participants a realistic view or working in the nation’s capitol.

The responsibilities of the Communications Department Intern may include:

• Assisting the office in tracking current events pertinent to the office’s agenda
• Tracking media coverage of ACLU issues and initiatives
• Drafting various communications materials including press releases
• Attending congressional hearings and press briefings
• Along with other duties integral to the department’s function

Applicants should have excellent research, writing and communications skills as well as the ability to work independently. Applicants must have good computer skills and familiarity with the Internet. A strong interest in civil liberties is essential. An interest in political science, the legislative process, communication/media relations and current events is helpful.

It is suggested to submit your application material as early as possible as decisions are made in a continuous basis. A commitment of 10 weeks is asked, although the specific length and terms will be negotiated when an offer is made.

HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants should send a cover letter, resume and writing sample of not more that 5 pages. If the application has any communications experience, a relevant sample should be included. The cover letter should note your availability and your specific interest in civil liberties.

ACLU Washington National Office
Attn: Internship Coordinator
Re: Communications Internship
915 15^th Street, NW, 6^th Floor
Washington, DC 20005

The ACLU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.