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Join the Washington Lawyers’ Committee in dismantling injustice and pursuing lasting change.

The Washington Lawyers’ Committee offers unique career opportunities to students and professionals interested in litigation and advocacy on a broad range of discrimination and civil rights issues.

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Fall 2025 Civil Rights Fellowship

The Washington Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs welcomes fellowship proposals from law students and law clerks committed to racial justice and interested in civil rights litigation and advocacy. The Committee seeks proposals for fellowships in any of our core practice areas, several of which often overlap. These include disability, education, police abuse, prisoners’ rights, workers’ rights, and fair housing. The fellowship would begin in the Fall of 2025. Read More

 

Fall 2024 Prisoners’ Rights Internship

The Washington Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs (WLC) Prisoners’ Rights Internship provides students with firsthand experience investigating conditions in jails and prisons throughout the country. These internship positions are often filled by undergraduate students; however, those who have completed undergraduate degrees are also welcome to apply. Read More

 

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