Dale and James J. Pinto Fellowship 2027/28 | Call for Applications

Applications are open for the Dale and James J. Pinto Fellowship. This year-long position places a Georgetown Law graduate at RFK Human Rights. Fellows join the International Advocacy and Litigation team in Washington, DC. No public compensation figure is listed for this specific fellowship.

Program Snapshot

• Host Organization: Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, via Georgetown Law’s HRI
• Compensation: Not publicly specified; confirm directly with Georgetown Law
• Duration: One year, beginning Fall 2027
• Eligibility: 2027 Georgetown Law J.D. graduates only
• Location: Washington, DC
• Application Deadline: November 1, 2026, 11:59 PM

Focus Areas

• International human rights advocacy and litigation
• Legal research on human rights norms
• Strategic case support and documentation
• Pathway building into competitive human rights careers

About the Fellowship

This fellowship creates a direct bridge from law school into human rights practice. Fellows work inside RFK Human Rights’ advocacy and litigation team daily. The position has supported Georgetown graduates since at least 2015. Past fellows often pursued human rights law throughout their careers.

What Fellows Receive

Fellows gain a full year of hands-on human rights legal experience. Direct mentorship comes from RFK Human Rights’ advocacy and litigation professionals. Fellows build expertise relevant to long-term international human rights careers. Compensation details should be confirmed through the official application process.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must be 2027 Georgetown Law J.D. graduates specifically. No other law school’s graduates are eligible for this fellowship. Candidates need demonstrated interest or experience in international human rights. A genuine commitment to a human rights career is expected.

Required Materials

Applicants apply through Georgetown’s student career platform directly. Specific document requirements appear within the official application system. Attending the information session beforehand is strongly recommended.

How to Apply

Submit your application before November 1, 2026, 11:59 PM.

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Conclusion

This fellowship offers a genuinely focused pathway into elite human rights legal practice. Its narrow eligibility means only graduating Georgetown Law students can apply. Eligible students should attend the info session before the November 1 deadline.

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