Graduate Intern, Technology and Analytics

The ACLU seeks a Graduate Intern for the Technology and Analytics Department at the ACLU’s National office in New York City. This internship can be remote or hybrid. Qualifying applicants must be currently matriculated graduate students based in the U.S. for the entire internship duration.

The Team:

The ACLU’s Technology department partners with other departments to build and maintain innovative, robust, and secure digital products and technical systems that accelerate the ACLU’s mission as a nationwide guardian of rights and liberties. We are a team of engineers, designers, product managers, and administrators dedicated to creating technical solutions that support fundraising, public outreach, supporter mobilization, and data management with integrity.

What You’ll Do:

As a Web Engineering intern, you will contribute to the front-facing websites of the ACLU and its affiliates, which are key platforms for public education, advocacy, and engagement. You will gain hands-on experience working on high-impact web projects and help shape the technical foundation for reaching and activating millions of people.

Your Day to Day:

• Develop and maintain full-stack WordPress web properties alongside experienced engineers.
• Collaborate with other engineers, designers, and product managers on cross-functional projects.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to a culture of technical quality.
• Assist in creating and improving engineering documentation.
• Join conversations about engineering strategy and best practices.

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience writing code in at least one high-level programming language (e.g., PHP, Python).
• Experience with front-end development tools and best practices.
• Experience working with a content management system (e.g., WordPress, Drupal).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Curiosity about solving problems with creativity and code.
• A passion for the defense of civil liberties.

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, demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives.
• Be committed to working collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflict.

Internship Logistics:

• Location: Remote or hybrid positions available from our New York City office.
• Time Commitment: Part-time (10, 15, or 20 hours/week).
• Internship Duration: 12 consecutive weeks. Start dates: January 12th or January 26th.
• Stipend: Available for students lawfully authorized to work. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit. Stipend rates: $20/hr for undergraduate students or equivalent experience; $24/hr for graduate and law students or equivalent experience.

Why the ACLU:

For over 100 years, the ACLU has defended the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. We tackle 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, central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging that respects and embraces difference, treats everyone equitably, and empowers colleagues. We are committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism internally and externally. 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, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email [email protected]. If selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request accommodations.

All candidates must formally submit an application. The ACLU does not accept unsolicited calls or emails regarding application status.