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Law Student Volunteer, Summer

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U.S. Department of Justice

10d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Legal
    Research & Development
  • Washington

AI generated summary

  • You must be a U.S. citizen, an enrolled first-year (2nd semester) or a second/third-year law student with a strong academic record, committing to 10 hours/week for 14 weeks or 6-8 weeks in summer.
  • You will review reports, redact PII, analyze legal issues, draft memorandums and dismissal recommendations, create questionnaires for EEO investigations, and assist with office programs and events.

Requirements

  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
  • First-year (second semester) and second and third-year law students with strong academic record. Must be actively enrolled in an accredited law school throughout the internship. Interns must be able to commit to a minimum of 10 hours/week for 14 weeks during the academic semester or 6-8 weeks in the summer.
  • Offers are contingent on the selected applicants successfully completing a background review. This includes fingerprints / credit and tax checks.

Responsibilities

  • Perform reviews of investigative reports and redact personal identifiable information (PII) and attorney client privilege information; and identify information that may be subject to other privileges or confidentiality concerns and bringing that to the attention of the appropriate staff member.
  • Research and analyze legal issues, problems and practices; and draft a memorandum outlining research and analysis.
  • Research case law for recommended full dismissals or partial dismissals; and draft the recommendation for full dismissal or partial dismissal.
  • Draft questionnaires and/or document requests in EEO investigations.
  • Assist with other programs or events within the office’s responsibility, as appropriate.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the application deadline for the Law Student Volunteer position?

The application deadline is Friday, January 31, 2025.

Are there any academic requirements for applicants?

Yes, applicants must be first-year (second semester), second, or third-year law students with a strong academic record, and must be actively enrolled in an accredited law school throughout the internship.

Is this an unpaid internship?

Yes, this is an uncompensated legal internship.

How many hours per week are required for the internship?

Interns must be able to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week for 14 weeks during the academic semester or 6-8 weeks in the summer.

Is prior legal experience necessary for this position?

Prior legal experience is not required, but it may be beneficial.

When is the estimated start date for the internship?

The estimated start date is June 2, 2025.

What should be included in the application materials?

The application should include a cover letter and resume combined into one PDF, and a separate writing sample of no greater than 15 pages. If a second-year law student, a current law school transcript should also be submitted.

Who should I address my cover letter to?

Your cover letter should be addressed to "Dear Legal Intern Coordinator."

Where do I send my application materials?

Applications must be emailed to usaeo.training@usdoj.gov.

Will accommodations, such as living arrangements or parking, be provided for the internship?

No, living accommodations and parking will not be provided for the internship.

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