The posting
The ACLU seeks an Undergraduate intern in the Corporate Engagement Team in the Development Department of the ACLU’s National office in New York, NY. This internship is Part-time and Hybrid.
Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated undergraduate students or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship.
The Team:
The ACLU’s passionate community of donors and activists is stronger than ever. The mission of the ACLU’s Development Department is to unlock the full potential of donors and the ACLU as partners in the creation of a more perfect union. We pursue our mission by building long-term donor relationships and organizational partnerships, by demonstrating impact in response to threats, by engaging donors how they wish to engage, by taking interest in our donors and facilitating personal action, by being accountable stewards of their funds, and by asking donors to consider giving the ACLU their full support.
The Corporate Engagement team works with companies to raise funds, advance shared advocacy goals, elevate the ACLU brand and help the ACLU to reach new audiences.
What You’ll Do:
The intern will learn about the range of work within the Corporate Engagement team through attending team meetings and taking on individual assignments. Additionally, the intern will be exposed to the work of other teams within the Development Department.
Your Day to Day
- Conducting basic prospect research on business support for civil rights related work, and providing input on account cultivation and strategy and campaigns
- Providing design support on fundraising materials, including pitch decks, presentations, one-pagers, and event assets
- Supporting on data management projects
- Assisting with small group gatherings intended for donor education, cultivation and stewardship
What You’ll Bring:
- Interest in a career in development, prospect research, and/or corporate fundraising
- Good writing skills and verbal communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- An ability to analyze data
Nice to have:
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and/or Canva
Future ACLU-ers Will:
- Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU
- Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives
- Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflict
Internship Logistics:
- Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship is part-time and hybrid from our New York City office.
- Time Commitment: Part-time (10,15 or 20hrs/wk)
- Internship Duration: Part-time internships span 12 consecutive weeks. This internship has a start date of: Jan. 11th or Jan. 25th, 2027
- Stipend: A stipend is available for students who are lawfully authorized to work. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. Below are the stipend rates: $20/hr for undergraduate students or equivalent experience
Why the ACLU:
For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people.
Our Commitment to Accessibility, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency, and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization – one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we’re in the courts or in the office, we believe ‘We the People’ means all of us.
With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To maintain the integrity of our assessment process, please refrain from using AI-powered chatbots, search engines, or real-time assistance tools to generate your CV, cover letter or writing sample (if required). We want to better understand your individual skills and thought processes. If you require AI tools or other assistive technology as a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Accommodation Request Form so that we can support an accessible and equitable experience.
If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.
In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails from candidates regarding their application status.
