• Job Description

  Req#: dr2TRXFb02

  The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law and policy institute that seeks to improve the systems of democracy and justice in the United States. We work to hold our political institutions and laws accountable to the twin American ideals of democracy and equal justice for all. The Brennan Center’s work ranges from voting rights to campaign finance reform, from ending mass incarceration to preserving Constitutional protections in the fight against terrorism. Part think tank, part advocacy group, part cutting edge communications hub, we start with rigorous research. We craft innovative policies. And we fight for them – in Congress and the states, in the courts, and in the court of public opinion.
  
  We are seeking an intern to join our Communications team in the Creative department to provide design and administrative support to staff for our New York office’s creative teams.
  

  Note: This internship is in-person at our New York City office.

  
  Responsibilities:
  All interns will assist with general research and administrative work for the Brennan Center, including, coordinating meetings, and drafting routine correspondence. Additionally, there will be opportunities to attend and observe substantive meetings, events, and conversations on program work. Applicant must be open to evolving responsibilities.
  
  In addition to administrative duties, specific responsibilities for the Creative team include:
  Produce still and motion graphics for digital channels; extensive image and archive research; research on Brennan Center issues to develop engaging graphics; support development of institutional, campaign, and brand videos/graphics; motion and still research, cataloging and organization of visual assets; maintaining multimedia archive: graphics, images and video.
  
  Qualifications:
  The ideal candidates are independent self-starters; detail-oriented; energetic; punctual; and highly organized. Interns must also have excellent design skills, as well as a passion for our issues.

  • Experience with Adobe applications, including InDesign and Photoshop, is required.
  • A link to your portfolio, or a pdf, containing your best quality work must be submitted for your application to be considered.

  The Brennan Center is committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We continuously work with our staff to find new ways to increase diversity and to build and cultivate an inclusive and equitable work environment, where everyone can be their true self and feel a strong sense of belonging. As such, we seek to hire interns who have a commitment to and/or experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  

  This position is only open to current undergraduate students.

  
  Hours: Approximately 10 – 20 hours per week
  
  Pay: $17.50 per hour
  
  Duration: September – December 2024
  
  Application Deadline: September 30th, 2024
  
  Note: The Brennan Center will follow the rules of your school regarding internships. Therefore, if a school doesn’t allow you to do a paid internship for some reason (i.e., receiving credit, etc.), then your internship will not be paid. In addition, if you are participating in a formal school internship program that allows you to work more than our stated hours, we will make a determination based on our needs and further assessment of your school’s program.
  
  To Apply:
  Please visit >>LINK HERE

• About the company

  The Brennan Center for Justice at New York University School of Law is a bipartisan law and public policy institute generally seen as liberal or progressive.

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