Job Description
Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** Job Title: Legal Intern Experience: None required Salary: Unpaid, but assistance with credit or funding may be available Location: Washington, D.C. metro area Website: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** H1: Join **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** as a Legal Intern H2: Gain valuable experience and make a difference in the community
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***, a non-profit organization, is seeking a Legal Intern to assist in providing free legal services to survivors of sex trafficking and sex workers in the D.C. metro area. This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the legal field while making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Familiarize with laws related to expungement, custody, restraining orders, victim advocacy, and public benefits in DC, Maryland, and/or Virginia. - Conduct legal research for expungement of records cases, civil cases, criminal defense cases, and victim-witness advocacy under the supervision of Amara staff attorneys. - Write a blog post on issues surrounding Amara's work. - Assist with policy advocacy work at the local level, including researching current laws, writing policy memos, and attending policy meetings. - Accompany Amara staff to important meetings with community stakeholders, judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, media, and local and federal lawmakers. - Assist with organizational development projects based on personal interest and skills, such as grant writing, social media, and promotion.
Qualifications:
- Current pursuit of a post-secondary degree, such as a J.D. or Masters in Public Policy. - Availability to work 10-20 hours per week during Fall and Spring, and 30-40 hours during Summer (flexible hours). - Excellent research and writing skills. - Demonstrated interest or knowledge in domestic violence law and/or sexual assault law, with a preference for experience or interest in human trafficking law and/or sex worker rights. - Passion for public service and advocacy. - Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. - Detail-oriented and able to complete tasks thoroughly. - Ability to work autonomously and virtually if needed. - Proactive and self-motivated. - Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
- Resume - Cover letter - Unofficial transcript - Writing sample (maximum of 10 pages) - List of at least two references
Please note that due to the high volume of applications, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, work-related injury, covered veteran status, political ideology, genetic information, marital status, family responsibilities, parental status, or any other protected characteristic. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** encourages applicants of all ages, sexes, genders, colors, and religions. Individuals with personal familiarity or experience in the commercial sex industry are also encouraged to apply.
Join the team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** and make a difference in the lives of survivors of sex trafficking and sex workers. Apply now for the Legal Internship and gain valuable experience while contributing to a meaningful cause.
