Foundation Litigation Intern (Summer 2025) Job at AARP, Washington DC

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  • AARP
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Overview:

AARP Foundation is the charitable affiliate of AARP. We work to end senior poverty by helping vulnerable older adults build economic opportunity and social connectedness. We run a public interest law firm that takes on cutting-edge impact litigation in federal and state courts nationwide to advance the legal rights and interests of people 50 and older. We take on unlawful government and industry practices to help older adults improve their well-being and stay connected to their communities.

We are AARP Foundation Litigation, the litigating unit of AARP Foundation. We are looking for a top-notch rising third-year or advanced degree law student with a passion for litigation to work with us to end senior poverty. If you are a critical thinker, an eager learner, and a team player who wants to gain valuable experience in public interest law, read on. This paid internship has an anticipated start date of May/June 2025.

WE SEEK SOMEONE WHO:

  • has strong academic credentials and a demonstrated interest in public service
  • is smart, ambitious, and intellectually curious
  • is a diligent researcher and an excellent writer
  • is offended by injustice and wants to do something about it

Responsibilities:

Working under the supervision of AARP Foundation attorneys, you will:

  • Conduct legal research
  • Draft memoranda, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents
  • Assist in civil discovery
  • Interview current and potential clients
  • Work with outside co-counsel
  • Participate in litigation strategy

Qualifications:
  • Rising third-year or advanced degree (e.g., L.L.M.) law student at the start of the internship
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with WESTLAW and other legal research platforms
  • Significant experience with The Blue Book: A Uniform System of Citation
  • Demonstrated public interest/public service interest or experience
  • In-office/open office environment with the ability to work effectively surrounded by moderate noise

AARP will not sponsor an employment visa for this position at this time.

AARP Foundation Litigation summer interns work full-time (40 hours/week) for 10-12 weeks (typically June-August). We also hire part-time interns throughout the calendar year. For additional information about our work, please visit

Additional Requirements

  • Regular and reliable job attendance
  • Exhibit respect and understanding of others to maintain professional relationships
  • Independent judgement in evaluation options to make sound decisions

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly rate is $21. Internships are non-exempt positions and are not eligible for employee benefits.

Hybrid Work Environment

AARP observes Mondays and Fridays as remote workdays, except for essential functions. Remote work can only be done within the United States and its territories.

Equal Employment Opportunity
AARP is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. AARP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

AARP

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Summer work, Internship, Remote job, Work visa, Monday to Friday,

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