Position Summary

Seeking experience in systemic advocacy? Driven to help protect health care access in Washington? Want to learn from a team with a stellar reputation? Apply for a legal internship with NoHLA!

Legal Interns at NoHLA will be exposed to a variety of projects related to health law, administrative law, and poverty law for all Washingtonians who experience systemic barriers to health. Our team is committed to offering you excellent mentorship and educational opportunities. Duties may be performed remotely, hybrid, or in our downtown Seattle home office.

This 10-week internship may be offered for-credit externship or interns will be given a stipend of up to $8,000.

Things You’ll Do

• Legal research and writing
• Draft and edit public education materials
• Attend advocacy coalition meetings
• Draft comments on proposed changes to agency regulations
• Legislative or Congressional analysis
• Comparison of Washington State health programs with other states’ health programs
• Preparing and delivering oral presentations on health care issues
• Policy research on health care issues (e.g., draft reports and conduct surveys)

Required Qualifications

• Academic standing as a rising 2L or 3L during summer 2026;
• Interest in advancing health care justice
• Excellent research, analytical, writing, and oral presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Ability to commit at least 30 hours per week for at least 10 weeks

To Apply

Submit cover letter, resume and two (2) writing samples (1 legal and 1 non-legal). Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, with application review starting January 20, 2026 and interviews continuing until filled.

Apply for NoHLA 2026 Legal Internship

Equal Opportunity, Access, and Diversity

NoHLA is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and strives to foster a diverse environment free of barriers and discriminatory practices. We fully support providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race; color; religion; sex; national origin; age; ancestry; gender/transgender identity; physical, sensory, or mental disability; marital status; sexual orientation; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information; veteran status; or any other trait or status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. NoHLA actively promotes mutual respect, acceptance and teamwork.

Candidates who identify as BIPOC, female, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities and lived health care experience or serving diverse populations, the health care system, related experience and/or relevant coursework will be given preference and are highly encouraged to apply.

Position Summary

NoHLA has an outstandingly passionate, fun, and committed volunteer Board -- and we're seeking a new member! Could it be you?

The NoHLA Board plays a vital role in supporting the fight for health justice in Washington. In 1999, Northwest Health Law Advocates became Washington’s first and only legal advocacy nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing health justice for all. For over 25 years, we’ve worked to improve affordability, accessibility, and equity in health care for all Washingtonians.

Now we’re gearing up for our next 25 years. Federal attacks are jeopardizing health care for 1 in every 20 Washingtonians, but NoHLA is fighting back. Board members have an opportunity to help shape a long-range strategic response that can win better health care for all.

Board members typically commit between 1 hour a week (most Board members) to 4 hours a week (executive committee). This participation is usually focused around Board meetings and subcommittee meetings. These meetings are mostly virtual and can be scheduled at flexible times. Board terms are three years.

For 2026, we are particularly interested in new Board members who live in rural Washington, are interested in fundraising or financial oversight, or have strong community connections to share.

Things You'll Do

Volunteer Board members open doors for NoHLA in whatever unique ways they can - whether that may be time, talent, treasure, ties, or testimony. We seek board members who will support NoHLA’s mission and activities, and will:

• Participate in the oversight of NoHLA’s operations and finances
• Provide strategic direction to support NoHLA Co-EDs and staff with advancing universal health care in Washington State
• Attend and engage in our virtual board meetings and annual in-person retreats (typically in October)
• Actively participate in NoHLA fundraising activities, including a personal financial contribution (at whatever level feels meaningful and right for your budget) and other resource-development actvities
• Help recruit, select, and orient new board members to support NoHLA’s mission

Learn More and Apply

We would love to meet with you! Reach out if you're interested in discussing the role and responsibilities in greater detail. Please contact NoHLA’s Board President (Omid Bagheri Garakani, omidbagherig@gmail.com) or Co-Executive Directors (Daphne Smith, daphne@nohla.org & Emily Brice, emily@nohla.org).

Apply to Join the NoHLA Board