Job Locations US-NY-New York

ID

2026-2857

Category

People - Litigation

Type

Temporary Full-Time

POSITION TITLE: Alan Klinger Civil Rights Fellow, Summer 2026

REPORTS TO: Associate General Counsel

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

LOCATION: New York, New York (CSC)

Grade/Class: N/A, Non-Exempt, Non-Union

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world. Founded in 1913, its timeless mission is “to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all.” Today, ADL continues to fight all forms of antisemitism and bias, using innovation and partnerships to drive impact. A global leader in combating antisemitism, countering extremism and battling bigotry wherever and whenever it happens, ADL works to protect democracy and ensure a just and inclusive society for all.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Alan Klinger Civil Rights Fellow will work with ADL’s National Litigation team on various projects related to ADL’s mission to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and secure justice and fair treatment to all.

Primary:

• Legal research and analysis
• Fact investigation
• Legal memorandum writing
• Client and potential client interview support,
• Internal operational support
• Team-wide assistance with a variety of litigation and pre-litigation matters.

This job description provides a general overview of the role and its key responsibilities. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, and ADL reserves the right to assign additional tasks as needed.

Attributes:

• Demonstrated interest in fighting antisemitism and hate consistent with ADL’s mission.
• Strong writing and research skills.

Work Experience:

• Applicants must have completed their first or second year of an ABA accredited law school.

Education:

• The Fellowship is offered to students in the summer after their first or second year of law school.

Work Environment:

• ADL is a hybrid environment; this role may require 3 days in the New York office.

Compensation:

• This position has an hourly rate of $17.00/hr. This position is 35 hours a week, for 10 to 12 weeks. This salary range is reflective of a position based in New York, New York. Please note that actual salaries are commensurate with experience and reflect the budget for a given position, and since ADL has a location-based compensation structure, there may be a different range for candidates in other locations.

ADL aims to create a working environment where every employee can thrive professionally. Our mission-driven work is best accomplished in an environment that supports belonging. ADL values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages people of all races, religions, nationalities, genders, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. ADL is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, promotions and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment shall be maintained in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or military status, or in violation of any applicable Federal, state or local laws.

ADL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation to support the interview process, please contact the People & Culture department at talentacquisition@adl.org.

ADL will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable State, Local, and Federal laws.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job, nor is it to be interpreted as a contract for employment.

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