Policy Internship at ACLU of Georgia in Atlanta, GA

Deadline to Apply: August 14, 2026

ACLU of Georgia welcomes interns each spring, summer, and fall across legal, policy, communications, community engagement, and voter access teams. We accept students at all levels, including high school, undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate.

Fall 2026 term: September 9th - December 11th, 2026 (dates are approximate based on department needs and academic schedules).

The internship this term will offer academic credit only. Individual schedules will be arranged with intern supervisors. All applicants must complete this application form which includes providing a resume. Some applicants may be required to provide additional documents.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - so we encourage you to apply early! The application deadline is August 14, 2026. However, due to high volume of applications, we reserve the discretion to close the application earlier if necessary.

Policy

Interns in this position will gain valuable experience in policy by working closely with staff on a wide variety of issues. They will analyze policies and draft memos on proposed legislation and existing Georgia laws. Interns will also monitor legislative hearings and governmental meetings to take detailed notes. They may also assist with community engagement activities and training and organizing volunteers. This position requires in-person work, though there is some flexibility for remote tasks. Applicants should have strong research and writing skills, a high attention to detail, and an interest in civil liberties. Upperclassmen or graduate-level students are preferred.

If you have questions or need an update on your application status, please contact Brittany Bromfield at bbromfield@acluga.org