• Time Commitment: The extern is expected to commit between 8-10 hours per week from mid-September 2026 to December 4, 2026. The hours and duration of the externship can be accommodated to comply with school policy.
• Location: The externship is a hybrid position that includes both remote and in-office work. Applicants must be based in Utah.
• Compensation: Externs will be paid $17.50 per hour for the duration of their externship by the ACLU of Utah and will be classified as temporary/short-term employees. If eligible, externs may register with their law schools to receive academic or pro bono credit.

Interns will gain valuable experience by working with the legal team on a wide variety of legal matters. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Drafting memoranda, affidavits, and briefs;
• Conducting legal and policy research;
• Reviewing and sorting voluminous document production, litigation materials, and intake correspondence;
• Researching and creating Know Your Rights materials for public education;
• Researching, drafting, and submitting public records requests under State and Federal Open Records Statutes; and
• Other projects as assigned.

This externship is open to law students who will have completed at least one year of law school before the externship commences. Externs will ideally possess the following:

• Strong writing, research, and communication skills;
• Ability to understand and convey legal information to non-attorney audiences;
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects at one time;
• The ability to work independently and in small teams;
• A strong understanding of and commitment to the concepts of Diversity and Inclusion in a team setting, executed by the ability to respect and value the differences in experience and belief of others. A personal approach that values the individual and respects differences of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, ability, involvement with the criminal justice system, and socio-economic circumstance.
• A commitment to civil liberties, civil rights, social justice, and protecting the inherent human worth and dignity of all people across Utah.
• A deep interest in issues related to civil rights and civil liberties, including but not limited to immigrants’ rights, LGBTQ+ issues, disability rights, police practices, constitutional and criminal law, free speech, and criminal legal reform;
• A commitment to the mission of the ACLU of Utah.

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample that is wholly your own, unedited work (5 pages or less) to Siera Gomez, HR People and Culture Manager at [email protected]. Application materials must be submitted in .pdf format. In your cover letter, please address your interest in the specific position and past experiences that may be relevant to the position.

The ACLU of Utah 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 e-mail HR at [email protected]. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

The ACLU of Utah is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We believe that having a board, staff, and volunteer base with diverse personal and professional backgrounds and lived experiences enhances our ability to meet our mission and creates an environment where all members of our community can thrive. We strongly encourage and greatly value applications from women, people of color, immigrants, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, those who have been formerly incarcerated, and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups.