Strategic Research Internship - Summer 2026

About Institute for Justice

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The Institute for Justice (IJ), founded in 1991, is a nonprofit, libertarian public interest law firm that litigates to end abuses of power and secure constitutional rights. IJ brings strategic, precedent-focused cases in state and federal courts around the country to defend private property, economic liberty, free speech, and educational choice. The organization represents individuals and others who face government overreach, seeking rulings that constrain government power and expand civil liberties. IJ promotes itself as "The National Law Firm for Liberty," pursuing impact litigation to protect fundamental rights.