Fall 2026 Fellowship Sponsorship, Disability Rights Program

Job Description

The ACLU is offering a Fall 2026 Fellowship Sponsorship within its Disability Rights Program. This opportunity is open to rising third-year law students and law graduates. The fellow will work on a litigation-focused project, contributing to the advancement of civil liberties for people with disabilities. This is a hybrid role with in-office requirements of two days per week or eight days per month.What this role involves:

• Conducting legal research and analysis.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Interviewing witnesses and potential clients.
• Participating in discovery and trial practice.
• Drafting and editing public education materials.
• Supporting ACLU affiliates and cooperating attorneys.
• Helping manage summer legal internship program and supervise student interns.
• Engaging in public speaking and attending meetings and/or conferences as needed.

What the ACLU requires:

• J.D. or expected J.D. by spring 2026.
• Commitment to public interest law, civil liberties, disability rights, and the disability community.
• Willingness to work closely with the Disability Rights Project through the funding application process.
• Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct complex legal analysis and fact-finding.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work independently as well as within a team.
• Self-motivation and the ability to manage a variety of tasks.

What the ACLU offers:

• Paid time-off policy.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• 401k plan with employer match.
• Annual professional development funds.