The Stanford Center for Racial Justice invites 2025-26 applications for our Harry Bremond-Wilson Sonsini Foundation Student Fellowship, open to Stanford 2L and 3L students. The fellowship offers students a unique dual learning experience that immerses them in racial justice work through a wide range of impactful opportunities. Students will spend time advancing innovative projects and initiatives at the Center—developing a deeper understanding of racial justice issues and honing their legal and policy research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills. Their Center work will be complemented with opportunities to explore pro bono practice at Wilson Sonsini, particularly through mentorship and educational engagement with live cases. Students will also have opportunities to generate ideas for, support, and attend events, including conferences, workshops, and/or other professional gatherings.

The fellowship is supported by a generous gift from the Wilson Sonsini Foundation and honors Mr. Harry Bremond, who joined Wilson Sonsini in 1967 when there were just a handful of  attorneys and a single office (there are now over 1100 attorneys and 19 offices). One of the very first Black lawyers between San Francisco and San Jose, Harry Bremond witnessed and shaped the growth of Silicon Valley. He represented companies that would transform technology, American society and the world. He mentored generations of lawyers who themselves would shape the Valley. And through it all he remained a steadfast advocate for racial justice. A leader and founder of  Wilson Sonsini’s pro bono program and the pro bono movement within law firms, Bremond has been recognized for his racial equity work by the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley, the Equal Justice Society, and the Charles Houston Bar Association. This remarkable lawyer has been described, appropriately, as a Black Legend of Silicon Valley. Learn more about Harry in this video highlighting the fellowship launch event, which celebrated his legacy and impact.

In the spirit of Harry’s commitment to advancing the social good, this fellowship has been established to provide students with opportunities to further explore the complexities of race and justice in America while also getting exposure to the many pathways an attorney can advance racial justice in the legal profession, whether by practicing at a private law firm, nonprofit legal organization, or government agency. The ideal candidate demonstrates a passion for addressing racial inequality, supported by a distinguished academic and professional background—including exemplary legal and policy research, writing, and analytical skills. Adaptable and innovative, they are eager to engage in thought leadership, contribute to impactful projects, and deepen their understanding of how law and policy intersect with societal injustices in the U.S.

About the Stanford Center for Racial Justice

SCRJ works to counter racial division and political polarization through rigorous research and thought-provoking conversations that analyze the racial dimensions of some of the most contentious and consequential issues in American society. By doing so without fealty to any particular ideological perspective, we undermine ignorance and certainty alike, promoting a sense of inquiry and curiosity and an appreciation for a diverse range of perspectives.

About Wilson Sonsini

For more than 60 years, Wilson Sonsini’s services and legal disciplines have focused on serving the principal challenges faced by the management and boards of directors of business enterprises. The firm is nationally recognized as a leading provider to growing and established clients seeking legal counsel in a variety of complex and sophisticated matters. Wilson Sonsini also has a premier Community Impact program, focused on access to justice and serving the underrepresented via pro bono, community service work, and financial support to nonprofit organizations through the Wilson Sonsini Foundation. For more information, please visit www.wsgr.com.

Fellowship Details

Time Commitment: Fall, Winter, and/or Spring Quarters

Two fellowships will be offered during the 2025-26 academic year. Fellows must commit to at least two out of three quarters. This two-quarter commitment allows flexibility for students to explore other opportunities at the law school while also ensuring they are fully immersed in fellowship programming and can take full advantage of the fellowship’s various opportunities.

Issue Areas

The Center is currently working on several projects that students may support during their time as a Bremond Fellow. Our issue areas and more information regarding each are linked below. We encourage you to explore our initiatives and please reach out with any questions.

• Education & Opportunity
• Justice & Safety
• Race & Society

Pay and Hours

Fellows are compensated at $21 per hour and will receive $1512 in tuition allowance with a minimum of 96 hours of work per quarter. Fellows are expected to work approximately 10 hours per week—with flexibility based on project needs—and may exceed the 96-hour requirement, but the tuition allowance will not exceed $1512.

Location

Some if not most work will be done in-person at Stanford Law School, while a portion may be done remotely. Opportunities to work in the Palo Alto, CA Wilson Sonsini office may also be organized. Final arrangements will be based on staff and student availability.

Application Timeline

Applications are due by 11:59 pm on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Interviews will take place the week of June 16 and candidates will be notified of selection decisions shortly thereafter.

How to Apply

We welcome applications from all Stanford Law School 2Ls and 3Ls. Applications must include:

• Cover Letter that provides a brief statement about why you want to participate in the fellowship and indicates any relevant experiences or skills you would bring to the work.
• Resume
• Writing Sample that demonstrates your research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Law School Transcript
• Two References, including at least one SLS faculty member.

Please submit your application materials in PDF format using this Google Form. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to Hoang Pham, Director of Education and Opportunity, at hgpham@law.stanford.edu.

We currently do not have any openings.

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