National Center on Sexual Exploitation

Legal Intern, Fall 2026

National Center on Sexual Exploitation

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Washington • District of Columbia • Washington • United States

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Salary

💰 $700 - $1,000 per month

Job Level

Entry Level

About the role

  • Legal interns will work directly with the Law Center team.
  • Assisting in high level and nation-impacting litigation, including drafting pleadings, briefs, demand letters, and appeals.
  • Researching and drafting policy advocacy documents.
  • Meeting with and being mentored by the General Counsel and other NCOSE attorneys.
  • Researching and drafting model legislation in connection with sex trafficking, exploitation, prostitution, and pornography.
  • Researching legal questions and drafting memoranda for existing and potential cases.

Requirements

  • The legal internship is open to law students ONLY.
  • Passionate about opposing sexual exploitation, as well as a passion for NCOSE’s mission, vision and values.
  • High levels of initiative, creativity, work ethic, and good judgment.
  • Well-organized, self-directed, and able to complete multiple tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
  • A collaborative and team-oriented work ethic.
  • Has and can bring a working laptop and charger.
Benefits
  • Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members.
  • Mentorship from some of the movement’s leaders and in-depth 10-week training on various exploitation issues.
  • Incredible networking opportunities with movement leaders.
  • A creative, collaborative, and inclusive company culture.
  • Opportunities to develop professionally and uncover skills you didn’t know you had.
  • Real-life experiences that will provide you with the confidence to delve into your next adventure.
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