ACLU-NJ Digital Communications Intern

ACLU-NJ Digital Communications Intern

The American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey (ACLU-NJ)seeksa highly motivated undergraduate student for a summer internship in our communications department. This internship is full-time for ten weeks from June through August. Interns can expect a hybrid work schedule with Tuesdays and Wednesdays being in-person in our Newark office.

Overview

The ACLU-NJ is one of the largest ACLU affiliates in the country and the premier civil rights and liberties advocacy organization in New Jersey. At the ACLU-NJ students will contribute to a broad range ofcutting-edgecivil rights andlibertieswork. Pleaseclick here to see a list of some of the issuesthe ACLU-NJ works on.

The digital communications intern will work across departments to create digital communications that engage and educate the public on ACLU-NJs key priorities. The intern will contribute to the day-to-day functions of the department and will develop social copy email blasts editorial multimedia and web content. They will also gain experience in analyzing reporting data and making recommendations from key performance indicators of digital campaigns.

This is an opportunity for the selected candidate to learn about the responsibilities of digital content creation and advocacy communications. The ACLU-NJ endeavors toprovideother professional development opportunities such as presentations and Q&A sessions with renowned attorneys activists and other institutional partners in New Jersey.

The successful applicant will be paid $21 per hour for 30 hours of work per week and will be expected to work in the office two days per week.The ACLU-NJ will not consider a students external funding in reviewing applications and making offers.

Qualifications

Prerequisites include:

• Strong oral written and editing skills.

• Familiarity with online platforms including LinkedIn Instagram Threads BlueskyYouTubeand graphic design software like Canvaand Adobe Express.

• Experience in Excel Google Sheets or other data management software.

• Good interpersonal and analytical skills.

• Interest in graphic design and video editing aplus butnotrequired.

• A commitment to racial and social justice civil liberties and civil rights.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work inclusively across lines of difference in a variety of settings.

How to Apply

Applicants mustsubmitapplication materials including a cover letter resume and a writing sample here. If the candidate is selected for an interview references and unofficial transcripts may be requested.The application deadline is April24th 2026 fora June2nd2026 start date.

The ACLU-NJ is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture of belonging. It is our policy to employ qualified people without regard to race; color; religion; sex; national origin; age; ancestry; disability; sexual orientation; veterans status; marital status; civil union status; arrest or court record; citizenship; credit history; genetic information; gender identity or expression; status as a victim of domestic violence sexual violence or stalking; or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law. The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online please send an email you are selected for an interview you will receiveadditionalinformationregardinghow to request accommodation for the interview process.