Opportunities
Join the Movement: Summer 2026 Internships with Emancipate NC
Emancipate NC is officially seeking passionate, driven Collegiate and Law Student Interns for our Summer 2026 cohort. If you are committed to dismantling structural racism and ending mass incarceration in North Carolina, we want to work with you.
Our Mission
Through community education, narrative shift, and strategic litigation, Emancipate NC supports North Carolinians as they lead the fight to free themselves from the machinery of the carceral state. We don’t just advocate for the community; we follow their lead.
The Internship Experience
We believe that doing the work of liberation should be sustainable and accessible. Our internship program is designed to provide high-impact experience while respecting your time and talent.
- Paid Positions: We value your labor. All internships are compensated.
- Flexible & Remote: Most of your week is yours to manage. We offer remote work flexibility to accommodate diverse living situations.
- Collaborative Learning: While the schedule is flexible, we value community. We hold one common day per week dedicated to learning, professional development, and working together as a full team.
Who Should Apply?
- Law Students: Gain hands-on experience with civil rights litigation, legal research, and policy advocacy.
- Collegiate Students: Support our mission through community organizing, communications, narrative shifting, and grassroots education.
APPLY
Send a letter of interest and a resume to info@emancipatenc.org. Applications open now!