Legal Intern Summer 2027
Position Summary:
Democracy Forward Foundation (“Democracy Forward”) is accepting applications from first and second year law students for paid, full-time summer internships to carry out its mission to use the law to build collective power and advance a bold, vibrant democracy for all people via litigation and regulatory engagement.
Democracy Forward Foundation’s office is based in Washington, DC. Interns are expected to be in the office an average of 2-3 days per week. The internship program is anticipated to run from May 27, 2027 - July 30, 2027.
The application deadline for this role is Tuesday October 13 at 11:59pm ET.
Key Responsibilities:
Below are the key areas of responsibility for this role. The specifics of each responsibility may vary based on the needs of the organization and department.
- Assist Democracy Forward Foundation attorneys in their work representing clients in proceedings in federal and state courts and before federal and state agencies, including helping lawyers develop strategy and identify risks and opportunities.
- Perform legal research and draft legal documents, including substantive briefs for parties and amici, motions, comments, and/or other court or regulatory filings.
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