Intern, 2026 Summer Legal (1L)

Southern Poverty Law Center(1 month ago)

HybridInternshipIntern$35,900 - $35,900Legal

About this role

The SPLC Summer Legal Intern will support the Southern Poverty Law Center’s civil rights litigation and advocacy work across its Advocacy and Litigation Impact Teams. This paid internship places 1L law students in a mission-driven legal environment where they will learn about civil rights strategies and collaborate with attorneys and community partners. Interns also participate in professional development and networking opportunities throughout the summer.

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Required Skills

Legal Research
Legal Writing
Litigation Support
Document Drafting
Community Outreach
Case Management
Client Advocacy
Professional Development
Remote Collaboration

Qualifications

First-Year Law Student

About Southern Poverty Law Center

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The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is a U.S. nonprofit civil‑rights organization dedicated to advancing racial justice and protecting the rights of marginalized communities, particularly Black and Brown people. It pursues this mission through impact litigation, policy advocacy, public education, community organizing, and investigative work — including monitoring and exposing hate and extremist groups. SPLC also provides educational resources, publishes research and reports, and advocates on issues such as voting rights, immigrant justice, LGBTQ equity, and economic fairness.