Wardenski P.C. Spring 2027 Legal Internship (Part-Time) New York, NY · Intern Company website

Apply for Spring 2027 Legal Internship (Part-Time)

Wardenski P.C. is a boutique, mission-centered, plaintiff-side civil rights law firm that challenges discrimination in education, housing, and health care, with a focus on the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. The firm is based in New York with a second office in Washington, DC. The firm routinely co-counsels with national civil rights organizations and other plaintiff-side law firms in litigating our cutting-edge public interest cases across the country.

Posting updated on 8/12/2026

Overview

Wardenski P.C., a boutique civil rights litigation firm with a national practice, is seeking applications from second- and third-year law students interested in civil rights litigation careers for a part-time (12-15 hours/week) semester-long legal internship for Spring 2027.

Position Description

Legal interns work closely with the firm’s attorneys on active litigation matters and new case development. We welcome applications from law students with a sincere interest in pursuing a career in civil rights law and advocacy, particularly those with a demonstrated commitment to, and relevant experience with, one or more of the firm’s core issue areas: LGBTQ+ equality, students’ rights, fair housing, and health equity. The law clerk’s responsibilities will include conducting legal and factual research, conducting client intake interviews, proofreading and cite-checking briefs and pleadings, and assisting with discovery in active cases. Candidates must have excellent legal research, writing, editing, and communication skills. The firm welcomes applications from current second- and third-year law students (or the equivalent in part-time programs).

Work Schedule and Location

Legal interns work 12-15 hours per week in the firm’s New York office, located at 134 West 29th Street in Manhattan. We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate class schedules, breaks, and exams. Spring semester internships will begin in January 2027 and run through late April or early May 2027.

Compensation

Compensation will be $26.50/hour. Wardenski P.C. is a private law firm with a public interest focus, and internships at the firm may, at some law schools, be eligible for school-based funding or academic credit in lieu of compensation. If you are eligible for outside funding or academic credit, please note that in your cover letter.

Application Instructions

Please upload the following documents:

• In the "Cover Letter" field: A one-page cover letter* in PDF format (1) describing why you are interested in a pursuing a career as a civil rights attorney, highlighting your specific interests and relevant professional, academic, or personal experiences (if any) in one or more of the firm’s core issue areas (LGBTQ+ equality, students’ rights, fair housing, and health equity);

• In the "Resume" field: A combined PDF file containing your (1) current résumé, (2) a list of three references (including name, email address, and telephone number), preferably including at least one from a former employer familiar with your legal research, writing, and editing skills; and (3) your current unofficial law school transcript.

* The cover letter must be written by you. Any cover letters with AI-generated content will be considered disqualifying.

If you are a person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation during the application process, email [email protected] or call (347) 227-2500.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nondiscrimination Policy

Wardenski P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. The firm does not discriminate in hiring or employment on any basis protected by New York City, New York State, District of Columbia, or federal law, including but not limited to race, color, national origin, sex/gender (including sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy and related medical conditions, and childbirth and related medical conditions), age, disability, religion/creed, disability, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran or active military service member, credit information, family responsibilities, homeless status, marital status, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, or status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking.

Wardenski P.C. values diverse, inclusive workplaces and will give equal consideration to all applicants. The firm encourages applications from people of color, indigenous people, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, people with nontraditional educational backgrounds (including first-generation law students), and people from other backgrounds underrepresented in the legal profession.