Co-sponsored by the Berkman Center and the Center for Citizen Media, the Citizen Media Law Project is a new organization with the mission of providing legal training and resources for individuals and organizations involved in citizen journalism and other forms of citizen media.

Intern Responsibilities:

Interns will perform legal research and draft sections of the CMLP's legal guide.  To do so, interns will need to develop a firm understanding of the relevant areas of media law, as well as the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical information for the ordinary reader. In addition, interns will analyze recent lawsuit and other legal threats involving citizen media for the legal threats database.

The required time commitment is flexible, but 10+ hours per week is preferable. Interns generally are required to work onsite at the Berkman Center one day per week, but otherwise may work remotely.

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

Law students with media and/or cyberlaw experience, or a background in journalism, are encouraged to apply, including students enrolled in non-U.S. schools.  There may be a few positions for non-law-students with a legal or journalism background, but tasks would be less substantive.

Applicants should have a demonstrated interest in and enthusiasm for journalism, citizen media or technology-related legal issues, along with excellent research and writing skills and the initiative and energy to see projects to completion in a fast-moving environment.

Applications and Questions:

To apply, please email a current CV or resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest and experience to

Sam Bayard
Assistant Director, Citizen Media Law Project
smbayard@cyber.law.harvard.edu