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Law Student Volunteer, Fall 2025 Academic Semester, Hartford Immigration Court

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U.S. Department of Justice

6d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Legal
    Research & Development
  • Hartford
  • 16d left

AI generated summary

  • You must be a U.S. citizen law student with strong research and writing skills, detail-oriented, and commit to 10-20 hours/week. FBI background check required; immigration law knowledge is a plus.
  • You will research immigration issues, prepare and draft decisions, assist Attorney Advisors, observe hearings, and commit to at least 10 hours per week on-site. Course credit available.

Requirements

  • All current law students who are United States citizens are eligible to apply.
  • Applicant must be enrolled in law school at the time of their application and their internship.
  • Superior research and writing skills, an eye for detail, a desire to work as part of a small team of professionals, and a commitment to fairness and integrity in the administration of the immigration system are essential.
  • Prior knowledge of immigration law is helpful but not necessary.
  • All applicants must be United States citizens and must successfully complete an FBI background check before beginning their internship.
  • Interns must commit to working a minimum of ten (10) hours per week, however, students generally volunteer between 10-20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

  • Internships at the Hartford Immigration Court offer individuals the opportunity to develop their research, writing, and analytical skills, and expand their knowledge of immigration law.
  • Typical assignments include researching complex issues of removability and eligibility for relief from removal, preparing decisions on motions, and drafting final decisions for Immigration Judges.
  • Interns work closely with Attorney Advisors and Judicial Law Clerks and will have the opportunity to observe hearings and gain insight into the adjudicatory process.
  • Course credit and externship opportunities are available depending on school requirements.
  • The internship will require a minimum commitment of ten (10) hours per week.
  • The internship is on-site.

FAQs

What is the location of the internship?

The internship is located at 450 Main Street, Room 628, Hartford, CT 06103, United States.

What is the application deadline for the internship?

The application deadline is Friday, April 25, 2025.

Are there any prerequisites for applying to the internship?

Yes, all applicants must be current law students who are United States citizens and must successfully complete an FBI background check before beginning their internship.

Is prior knowledge of immigration law required to apply?

No, prior knowledge of immigration law is helpful but not necessary.

What is the minimum commitment for hours per week for the internship?

Interns must commit to working a minimum of ten (10) hours per week, but students generally volunteer between 10-20 hours per week.

What should be included in the application?

The application must include a cover letter, resume, law school transcript (official or unofficial), and a legal writing sample of no more than ten pages.

How should applications be submitted?

Applications should be submitted as a single PDF via email to Nicole Heroy at Nicole.Heroy@usdoj.gov by 11:59 pm on Friday, April 25, 2025. The email subject line should follow the format: [LAST NAME] Fall 2025 Internship Application.

Is the internship paid?

No, this is an unpaid/volunteer position; however, students may be eligible to receive academic credit or work-study funding from their law school, depending on the school's requirements.

Will interns have the opportunity to observe hearings?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity to observe hearings and gain insight into the adjudicatory process.

What skills are essential for this internship?

Superior research and writing skills, attention to detail, the ability to work as part of a small team, and a commitment to fairness and integrity in the administration of the immigration system are essential.