Public Policy Fellow

5 days ago


Washington, United States Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network Full time
Job Description

The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to fill the role of Public Policy Fellow. This position will provide essential legal research and fact gathering concerning a wide range of sexual violence issues.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support and assist staff in legal and legislative research, with a specific focus on states' sexual violence laws.
  • Provide the policy department with general legal research and relevant facts regarding sexual assault issues.
  • Help drafting memoranda, policy statements, and letters to government officials as needed.
  • Assist with administrative and data input tasks as needed.
  • Liaise with RAINN's pro bono law firm partners on assigned projects.
Requirements
  • Current law student or recent graduate (required qualification).
  • Strong writing, research, analytical and organizational skills.
  • Strong interest in policy work.
  • Demonstrated interest in the issue of sexual violence.
  • Comfortable with legal research tools, including LexisNexis and Westlaw.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs (especially Excel and Word) and Google Workspace (especially Google Docs and Google Sheets).
Eligibility Criteria
  • Available to dedicate 20 hours a week to the Fellowship's work.
  • Applicant has passed the bar examination, or intends to take the exam within a year.
  • Can demonstrate a substantial commitment to or preparation for pursuing a career in public interest law or government service.

RAINN is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. The selected candidate will be granted a nominal fee stipend. To apply, please attach your resume, cover letter, and two writing samples (each must be between 5-10 pages). This is a remote role based in Washington, DC, with the possibility of being based regionally for someone whose residence is within the continental USA.


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