The ISF Public Interest Legal Fellowship will fund one year of legal work at a public interest, non-profit organization for a recent law school graduate. This fellowship will be a foundational launching point for new attorneys who are passionate about pursuing social justice through the law.
About the Program
The fellowship is designed to help Muslims advance in influential, public interest law careers. Applicants must have secured a host organization and developed a project proposal in collaboration with the host organization.
What to Expect
Recent law graduates who meet these requirements are eligible to apply. Selected fellows will receive a $70,000 salary, access to professional leadership and law enrichment workshops during and after the program, valuable networking opportunities, and dedicated mentorship support.
Eligibility
- An active member of the Muslim community,
- Graduated from law school within the last three years,
- A U.S. citizen, permanent resident of the United States, or a DACA recipient,
- Have taken or plan to take the bar exam by July 2025,
- Have not held a full-time, permanent public interest legal position (i.e., a job that required a J.D.) before applying for this fellowship, and
- Have secured a host organization and developed a project proposal with the host.
Requirements
- Letter of commitment from your host organization
- Resume
- Two letters of recommendation
- Two 500-word essays
Fellowship Benefits
- Salary of $70,000
- Professional leadership and law enrichment workshops throughout and after the program
- Networking opportunities
- Mentorship opportunities
Program Timeline
Applications
ISF will start accepting online applications in February.
Deadline
The deadline to apply for the fellowship is in March 24th.
Interviews
Finalists will be interviewed by ISF's selection committee in April.
Fellowship Awarded
The top ranking finalist will receive a public interest legal fellowship.
Exit Interview
Fellows end their fellowship with an exit interview and can continue to receive mentorship support for permanent job placement .