Communications Workers of America

Washington, DC

This is the 2025 fellowship description for this mentor organization.

The Communications Workers of America (CWA) is an international labor union representing workers across various industries, including telecommunications, airlines, news media, manufacturing, and public service. As a strong advocate for all workers, CWA defends their rights to have control over their workplaces and their lives. The CWA Legal Department, located at the union’s headquarters in Washington, D.C., is currently seeking Peggy Browning Fund Legal Fellows who possess strong research and writing skills, along with a passion for defending workers’ rights.

A PBF Legal Fellow at the CWA Legal Department in Washington, D.C. typically works 40 hours per week. The fellowship primarily involves handling labor and employment law issues, although it may also cover other topics that arise within a large nonprofit organization. Fellows have the opportunity to collaborate with any of the five attorneys in the D.C. office on tasks such as preparing for arbitration, drafting briefs during litigation, and writing memos on specific legal questions. Past fellows have expressed appreciation for the department’s warm, collegial atmosphere.

The position offers a pay rate of $26 per hour.

Preference is given to candidates who have taken labor law courses or have experience working with labor unions. Demonstrated interest and commitment to the labor movement is an essential qualification.

At CWA, we believe that organizing for bargaining power strengthens communities by equipping workers with the tools to eliminate systemic barriers to fair and just treatment. CWA strives to create a society where people of all races, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, genders, gender identities, disabilities, ages, and nationalities feel welcomed, respected, and heard. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, especially those from historically marginalized communities.

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, legal writing sample, two letters of recommendation, and a law school transcript through PBF's application form below.

Applications for the 2025 Peggy Browning Fellowship Program are due by Friday, January 17, 2025, but for full consideration, it is recommended to apply as early as possible, ideally by November 29, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Address cover letter to:

Bersaida Ordonez
Communications Workers of America
Legal Department
501 Third Street NW, 6th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20001-2797

www.cwa-union.org