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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern justice in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an intern justice do?

As an Intern Justice, you can expect to support case research, assist with administrative tasks, and participate in outreach or educational initiatives. Interns often help compile legal documents, observe court proceedings, and collaborate with attorneys or case managers. The role offers exposure to a variety of justice system functions and provides valuable hands-on experience in a professional legal environment. Regular collaboration with both legal professionals and fellow interns enhances learning and helps you build a strong professional network.

What is the difference between Intern Justice vs Legal Intern?

AspectIntern JusticeLegal Intern
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or currently enrolled in law-related studiesHigh school diploma or enrolled in law school
Work EnvironmentCourts, legal offices, government agenciesLaw firms, courts, legal departments
Employer & Industry UsageJudicial and government institutionsLegal firms, government agencies, courts
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Intern Justice and Legal Intern roles both involve assisting legal professionals and gaining courtroom or legal experience. The main difference lies in the specific focus: Intern Justice often emphasizes judicial settings, while Legal Interns may work in law firms or legal departments. Both positions are suitable for students pursuing law and require similar educational backgrounds.

What is an intern justice?

Intern Justice positions are temporary roles, often for students or recent graduates, within legal or judicial organizations focused on justice, law, or public service. These internships provide hands-on experience in legal research, case management, administrative tasks, and exposure to court proceedings or justice-related projects. They are designed to give interns practical insight into the justice system and help them develop relevant skills for future legal or public service careers. Intern Justice roles may be available in courts, government agencies, public defender or prosecutor offices, and nonprofit organizations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an intern justice?

To thrive as a Justice Intern, you generally need coursework in law, criminal justice, or related fields, along with strong research and analytical skills. Familiarity with legal databases, case management software, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are typically expected. Excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and discretion help interns stand out. These skills and qualities are crucial for supporting legal professionals, handling sensitive information, and contributing meaningfully to justice-related work.

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Fall 2026 Racial Justice Intern

ACLU of Massachusetts

Boston, MA • On-site

Other

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Summary 
The ACLU of Massachusetts (ACLUM) is seeking an intern for the Fall of 2026 to join its Racial Justice Program (RJP) team. The RJP aims to preserve and extend civil rights and civil liberties for and to segments of the population who have historically been denied those rights on the basis of race, ethnicity, or national origin. The RJP intern will be responsible for research, writing, and policy advocacy support on a host of issues related to racial justice and the inequities facing people of color in the Commonwealth, including but not limited to voting rights, reproductive rights, criminal legal reform, LGBTQ+ and gender rights, and environmental justice—all with a lens toward racial equity. 

This internship will run for 10-12 weeks, starting in early September, with a work schedule of 10-20 hours per week. This intern will report to ACLUM’s Racial Justice Program Director and work with staff members across the organization, as assigned. 

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. 
Essential Duties 

  • Support ACLUM’s racial justice efforts, public policy work, and advocacy campaigns through research, writing, and event support. Related activities may include participation in voter registration drives and public education events, as well as staffing ACLUM outreach tables at public events.  

  • Collaborate with internal advocates, communicate with external stakeholders, and attend community meetings and events on ACLUM’s behalf, as assigned.  

  • Take notes at internal and external meetings, and report learnings to the Racial Justice Program Director and the broader Field team. 

Job Qualifications 

  • Applicants should be current college students who will have completed their first year of school before the internship commences. 

  • Strong research, writing, and organizational skills required. 

  • Proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese, or Creole, a plus. 

  • Applicants should have a demonstrated interest in and some familiarity with issues related to civil rights, civil liberties, and racial justice. 

  • Comfort communicating in group settings strongly preferred. 

Compensation  
For students not also receiving school credit, this internship will pay $18 per hour. For students receiving school or work study credit, this internship will be unpaid. 
About the ACLU of Massachusetts  
The ACLU of Massachusetts (ACLUM) was founded in 1920 and is an affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), a nationwide, non-profit, non-partisan membership organization that works to preserve and expand the freedoms guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. Through strategies of litigation, advocacy, public education, and grassroots activism, we strengthen and expand public understanding of racial justice, juvenile justice, LGBTQ rights (including equal marriage), women's rights, criminal justice issues, equal opportunity, free speech and assembly, privacy rights, religious liberty, students' rights, voting rights, and reproductive rights. 

ACLUM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages women, people of color, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community, and formerly incarcerated people to apply. 

This position is based in Boston, MA and eligible for a hybrid work schedule, being in-person an average of three days per week, with the ability to be in the office on any given day as needed and assigned. Residency in Massachusetts or within a 60-mile radius of Boston in a contiguous New England state is required. ACLUM has a Covid-19 vaccine mandate, and candidates receiving a job offer will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencing employment. Exemptions to this requirement will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law. Applicants should be aware that fully remote work will not be deemed a reasonable accommodation. 

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