Legal Intern, Affiliate Support and Nationwide Initiatives – Communications

ACLU

. Assist the Legal Department in identifying and researching potential cases involving violations of the right to access public documents and information .

Posted 11/3/2026part-timeSan Juan • United StatesEntry Level💰 $24 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills while supporting the Legal Department in public records requests and compliance with Puerto Rico’s Transparency Law and the federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is essential for developing educational materials and outreach initiatives.

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Legal ResearchBilingual ProficiencyPuerto Rico Transparency Law KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Legal WritingAnalytical SkillsResearch SummariesPublic Records RequestsLitigation SupportDocument PreparationCase ResearchReport DevelopmentDeadline ManagementFOIA Knowledge

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCollaborationConflict ResolutionCommitment to EquityOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor Program Enrollment

Industry Keywords

Public Documents AccessTransparency LawACLU MissionCommunity OutreachEducational Materials Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Legal Department in identifying and researching potential cases involving violations of the right to access public documents and information
Support preparation of legal filings, appeals, and other documents under attorney supervision
Support development of a report assessing access to public documents and information in Puerto Rico following amendments to the Transparency Law
Contribute to research summaries, findings, and recommendations for internal and public-facing materials
Assist in developing bilingual workshops and educational materials on access to public documents and information
Support outreach to journalists, students, community organizations, and other groups interested in submitting public-records requests
Assist with public records requests, legal research, litigation support, public education initiatives, and communications projects
Work collaboratively with the Legal and Communications Departments
Gain practical experience preparing and monitoring public information requests and developing a research project assessing government transparency in Puerto Rico

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in the third or fourth year of a Juris Doctor program, or a graduate of an accredited law school
Applicant must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship
Professional proficiency in both Spanish and English, written and spoken, is required
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage assignments independently and meet deadlines
Knowledge of processes under Puerto Rico’s Transparency Law and the federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
Commitment to advancing the mission of the ACLU
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging
Commitment to working collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflict
Internship must be tied to the intern’s formal education program by integrated coursework or receipt of academic credit
Lawful authorization to work is required to receive the stipend

Benefits

Comp & perks

Stipend of $24/hr for graduate and law students or equivalent experience
Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit
Opportunity to gain practical experience in legal advocacy, investigative research, and strategic communications