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Internship Disability Rights Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Operations Internship

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

... disability, creed, ancestry, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical ... For more information please, refer to the latest version of "Know Your Rights" poster and the "Pay ...

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Operations Internship

West Chester, PA · On-site

$14.50 - $19/hr

... disability, creed, ancestry, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical ... For more information please, refer to the latest version of "Know Your Rights" poster and the "Pay ...

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Operations Internship

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

... disability, creed, ancestry, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical ... For more information please, refer to the latest version of "Know Your Rights" poster and the "Pay ...

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Operations Internship

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

... disability, creed, ancestry, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical ... For more information please, refer to the latest version of "Know Your Rights" poster and the "Pay ...

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... rights. - Report problems with internal work tools. - Provide information on the status of the ... status, or disability status. If you think this is the right move for you and you match the ...

Communications Intern

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

Unpaid Internship Duration: 6 months, up to 20 hours per week Reports to: Communications ... Disabilities Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, and other ...

Post-secondary school education and training is required, including internships and other ... with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to ...

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How much do internship disability rights jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship disability rights in Philadelphia, PA is $16.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.57 and $19.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Disability Rights vs Disability Rights Specialist?

AspectInternship Disability RightsDisability Rights Specialist
CredentialsTypically enrolled students or recent graduates, may not require certificationsUsually requires relevant certifications or experience in disability law or advocacy
Work EnvironmentInternship settings, non-profit organizations, advocacy groupsFull-time roles in legal firms, government agencies, or advocacy organizations
Employer & IndustryNon-profits, government programs, educational institutionsLegal firms, government agencies, advocacy organizations
Search & Comparison IntentLearning, entry-level experience, career explorationProfessional expertise, advocacy, policy work

Internship Disability Rights positions are typically entry-level, focusing on gaining experience in disability advocacy within educational or non-profit settings. In contrast, Disability Rights Specialists are experienced professionals working on policy, legal cases, or advocacy campaigns. The internship serves as a stepping stone toward a full career in disability rights.

What cities near Philadelphia, PA are hiring for Internship Disability Rights jobs?

Cities near Philadelphia, PA with the most Internship Disability Rights job openings:

Infographic showing various Internship Disability Rights job openings in Philadelphia, PA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,266 per year, or $16.5 per hour.

Legal Intern, Housing Justice- Tenant Rights

SeniorLAW Center

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

$22/hr

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Background:
Founded in 1978, SeniorLAW Center is a dynamic nonprofit public interest legal services organization whose mission is to seek justice for older people by using the power of the law, educating the community and advocating on local, state and national levels. We are the only non-profit agency in Pennsylvania wholly dedicated to providing legal assistance to older persons and protecting their legal rights, and one of few in the nation. SeniorLAW Center prioritizes services to older people who are low-income, cultural and racial minorities, the disabled, victims of crime and family violence, and those facing other vulnerabilities and challenges. We fight senior poverty, fraud and homelessness, provide protection from elder abuse and financial exploitation, enable grandparents to raise grandchildren, and improve access to justice. Join our team that promotes justice, in a supportive and flexible hybrid work environment.
The Opportunity:
The Housing Justice Team at SeniorLAW Center is excited to offer a 15 - 20 hour a week, paid internship opportunity to a Second or Third year law student for the Fall Semester, 2026. Legal Interns in this role will have a complete introduction to direct client advocacy in Philadelphia Municipal Court, the Court of Common Pleas, the Philadelphia Fair Housing Commission and the Philadelphia Eviction Diversion Program. In this role, Legal Interns can expect to be involved in:
  • Intake and client interviews (in person and by telephone)
  • A small individual caseload with supervision
  • Assist legal staff with more complex litigation and cases
  • Help develop community education materials
  • Help conduct outreach workshops and attend community events
  • Conduct legal research, writing, and drafting
  • Participate in systemic advocacy efforts
  • Handle other office tasks and special projects, as needed

Third-year law students are preferred, but second-year students with exemplary direct public interest experience or other legal or relevant work or volunteer experience will be considered. The ideal candidate will also have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, the ability to work under pressure, and superior writing and communication skills. Relevant experience in a legal program or law office preferred. Interest in and ability to work with older people and sensitivity to older people of different backgrounds required. Demonstrated commitment to public interest preferred. Bilingual capabilities a plus.
Work Conditions:
  • This job operates in a professional office environment.
  • This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodation.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to ten pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
SeniorLAW Center is an equal opportunity employer and values fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace in all aspects of our work. SeniorLAW Center prohibits discrimination based on age, race, national origin, color, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, sex, gender identity, familial status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Position:
Legal Intern, Housing Justice- Tenant Rights
Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Reports to:
Director, Housing Justice
Direct Reports:
No
Project:
Housing Justice-Tenant Rights
Hours of Work:
Compensation:
15-20 hours per week- Days of week flexible
$22.00 per hour
Work setting:
In Person
Classification:
Non-Exempt
Travel:
As needed