Summer 2026 - Intern, Legal
Vera Institute of Justice
About this role
Summer legal intern position in Vera’s Legal Department based in Brooklyn, NY, reporting to the Deputy General Counsel. The intern will provide in-house legal support across the organization, assisting attorneys with research, document review, compliance tracking, and preliminary contract review. The role is focused on operational legal work and does not include initiative or policy work related to Vera’s mission.
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About Vera Institute of Justice
vera.orgVera Institute of Justice is an independent, nonpartisan research and policy organization that partners with government and civic leaders to build and improve justice systems that ensure fairness, promote safety, and strengthen communities. Vera conducts rigorous research, provides technical assistance, pilots and scales policy reforms, and advocates for data-driven alternatives to unnecessary incarceration. Its work spans policing, courts, prisons, reentry, and immigration detention with a focus on equity, reducing racial disparities, and practical solutions that can be implemented at local, state, and national levels.
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About Vera Institute of Justice
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$34k – $50k
per year