How can I get a job in civil rights?

The qualifications you need to become a civil rights attorney include a law degree and a license to practice as an attorney. Identifying firms that specialize in civil rights law and completing a summer internship while still in school is an excellent way to gain experience and increase your future employment opportunities. There are civil rights laws on the federal and state level, so many large law firms hire attorneys with this specialization. If you want to protect underserved populations or work with human rights advocacy groups, you can find employment with non-profit organizations or firms that focus on public interest.