Summer 2026 Policy Counsel Intern

Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) is seeking a Policy Counsel intern to support CREW’s democracy and rule of law work. The intern will conduct federal and state policy and related research, assist in writing CREW analyses and reports, and develop policy reform projects and legislative proposals related to current hot-button issues of great importance. The ideal candidate will show interest or experience in democracy and rule of law issues, including government ethics and accountability and federal court reform. The individual must demonstrate excellent research, analytical thinking, oral and written communication, and organizational skills. The individual should also be hard-working, enthusiastic, resourceful, and detail-oriented, and willing to work collaboratively with internal and external partners.

This position is based in the DC metro area and will be a hybrid of remote and in-person. Therefore, the applicant must also be able to work independently and have self-motivation to complete tasks without supervision. This position is designed for second- and third-year law students. Interns will receive a stipend of $1800 a month for a full-time internship (approx. 35-40 hours/week) and a stipend of $1000 for a part-time internship (approx. 20 hours/week).

How to Apply

Please email a resume, a cover letter, and writing sample to [email protected] . Please include your last name and “Policy Counsel Intern” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No phone calls, please . We are only able to respond to candidates we are contacting for an interview.

CREW is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity in our workplace and in our work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We strongly encourage candidates from all groups and communities to apply.