If you are passionate about the First Amendment and committed to helping student journalists exercise their right to a free press, working with the Student Press Law Center is for you! Join our dedicated team to help defend and advance the First Amendment rights of student journalists and their advisers. See open positions below and learn more about the nonprofit, non-partisan SPLC.
The Student Press Law Center strives to achieve excellence through a diverse and inclusive workplace that honors the unique talents and lived experiences of each person. SPLC actively seeks people who bring diverse backgrounds and perspectives to join us in our work.
Staff positions
We are not currently recruiting for any staff positions. Please check back for updates in the future.
Internships
The application window for the Rosalind G. Stark Student Press Freedom Internship for fall 2026 and spring 2027 has closed. Check back soon for information about the summer 2027 internship. Learn more about the internship here.
On a case-by-case basis, we consider exceptional internship candidates who may work with us for credit or with school or other funding. Reach out to us at splc@splc.org.
Volunteer attorneys
While initial requests for legal assistance are handled by SPLC staff, it is occasionally necessary for us to assist student journalists in finding local attorneys who may be willing to handle legal matters on a pro bono basis. Learn more about joining our Attorney Referral Network.