Intern: Policy & Advocacy Team

Policy & Advocacy Internship – Fall/Spring 2026-2027

Learning Opportunity Description

Department: Policy & Advocacy

Type of Internship: Part-time (up to 15 hours)

Cycle: September 28, 2026 – March 23, 2027

(Break period: December 4 – January 25)

Location: Austin, Brownsville, Dallas, or Houston

(in-person availability required)

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

The American Civil Liberties Union of Texas is a leading civil rights organization in the Lone Star State.

Our vision: From Amarillo to Brownsville and Beaumont to El Paso, we believe in a Texas that works for all of us — a Texas where each person has an equal say in the decisions that shape our future, and everyone can build a good life.

Our mission: The ACLU of Texas works with communities, at the State Capitol, and in the courts to protect and advance civil rights and civil liberties for every Texan, no exceptions.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The ACLU of Texas invites individuals, including undergraduate and graduate students, to apply for an internship in the Policy & Advocacy Department. Individuals passionate about civil liberties who are interested in developing skills in the social justice space in the local and state context will find an internship with the ACLU of Texas to be a rewarding learning experience.

We are looking for individuals who are curious, creative, and detail-oriented; have strong critical thinking skills and enjoy interacting with community members at public events and are committed to fighting for our rights.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

Time Commitment: Internships are part-time, requiring a minimum commitment of hours per week. This internship requires in-person work in Austin, Brownsville, Dallas, or Houston, and some non-traditional work hours, such as nights or weekends. Interns must reside in one of these cities for the duration of the internship.

Duration:

• 2026 Fall internship: 8 weeks (September 28, 2026, to Dec. 04, 2026)
• 2027 Spring internship: 8 weeks (January 26, 2027, to March 23,2027)

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As an intern at ACLU of Texas, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in meaningful work that advances civil liberties and social justice. Our internship program is designed to provide valuable experience by working directly with the team members of each department. You will work alongside passionate advocacy, legal, communications, operations and development experts who are dedicated to making a positive for our community.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Outreach
• Engagement
• Attending community events
• Operational Support
• Project management, research, and analytics.
• Coordination with other departments.