Legal Intern - Fall 2013 (Based in DC)

Job Title:	Legal Intern - Fall 2013 (Based in DC)
Organization:	Center for Reproductive Rights
Region:	DC Metro Region
Description:	Title: Legal Intern - Fall 2013 (based in DC) Department: Government Relations Center Background: The Center for Reproductive Rights is a non-profit legal advocacy organization dedicated to advancing reproductive freedom as a fundamental right that all governments are legally obligated to protect, respect, and fulfill. The Center's domestic and international programs engage in litigation, policy analysis and advocacy, legal research, and public education seeking to achieve women's equality in society and ensure that all women have access to appropriate and freely chosen reproductive health services. Responsibilities: Law students are expected to have strong legal research and writing skills and an interest in gender/women's issues and reproductive rights. Responsibilities include: - Monitoring and responding to legislative, regulatory, and other policy developments, including congressional hearings and markups, federal rulemakings, relevant litigation, and other events; - In-depth legal and legislative research, analysis and drafting; and - Development and drafting of policy and advocacy materials, including bill analyses, fact sheets, and talking points, for use in lobbying activities and outreach. Position Type: Internship. Approximately 15-30 hours per week for fall semester (flexible according to your schedule and school calendar). This position is based in Washington, DC. Compensation: We are happy to work with institutions to secure academic credit when available. How to Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Center for Reproductive Rights Attn: Federal Advocacy Legal Intern - Fall 2013 120 Wall Street, 14th Floor New York, NY 10005 resumes@reprorights.org - E-mail submissions are preferred. Note: Applicants must indicate "Legal Intern - Fall 2013, their last name and code 177" as the subject of emailed applications. Cover letter, resume and writing sample should be sent as attachments. The Center for Reproductive Rights is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage people from all groups and communities to apply.
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E-Mail:	resumes@reprorights.org
Website:	http://reproductiverights.org/
Closing Date:	August-13-13