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Summer 2014 Volunteer Legal Intern (Juris Doctorate)

Job Field: Government Jobs
Location: Washington DC, District of Columbia

Salary: Please contact for more information
Job Type: Part Time 20 hours - Seasonal
Phone: (202)502-1705
JOB SUMMARY:

The Administrative Office (AO), an agency of the Judicial branch of the Federal government, is committed to serving and supporting the Federal court system of the United States.  The AO provides a broad range of legislative, legal, financial, technology, management, administrative and program support services to the Federal courts.

OPPORTUNITY: The AO is seeking applicants for the Volunteer Student Internship Program. The opportunity is intended to provide valuable work experience and better prepare students interested in a public service career. The AO is presently looking for Juris Doctorate students. The student will have an opportunity to learn about the Federal Judiciary and the Administrative Office. They will also have the opportunity to meet Federal judges as well as Judicial officials from around the world. The internship will provide students with real world experience in researching legal issues and writing memoranda on Supreme Court case law, circuit and court rulings. Additionally, student volunteers are provided with several networking opportunities with fellow interns, agency employees, and other government employers. Past intern events have included:

  • A Supreme Court tour and luncheon with AO student interns and Manager for Special Recruitment.
  • A roundtable luncheon with a senior attorney to explore future government employment opportunities.
  • Training opportunities designed to assist interns in skill development.
  • Participation in agency instructor led trainings.
  • The AO is committed to attracting the best and brightest applicants in our support of the third branch of government. We take pride in serving the Judicial Branch and supporting its mission to provide equal justice under law.

    TRAVEL REQUIRED
    • Not Required
    RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
    • No

    KEY REQUIREMENTS:
    • Relatives of current Federal Judicial Branch employees are not eligible.
    • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary program.
    • Selectee must favorably complete a background investigation.
    • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
    • All requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
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