USDOJ: OARM: Academic Year Internship Opportunities: 2007-2008

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(The estimated number of positions is in parentheses.)
Select the name of the component/office, or an underlined section within a component for details.

Participating Component / Office	Location(s)
Antitrust Division (20)	Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Dallas, Atlanta, Cleveland, and Chicago
Civil Division (30) Appellate Staff, Office of Consumer Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Federal Programs Branch, Office of Immigration Litigation, Torts Branch	Washington, D.C. (majority), New York City, San Francisco
Civil Rights Division (20) Coordination and Review Section,(2-4)	Washington, D.C.
Criminal Division (30) Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section;(4) Domestic Security Section;(4-6) Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training; (OPDAT) (4) Office of Special Investigations(1)	Washington, D.C.
Environment and Natural Resources Division (30) (the number of positions varies by location)	Washington, D.C., Denver, San Francisco, Sacramento, Anchorage, Boston, Seattle
Federal Bureau of Prisons* (5)	Washington, D.C.
Office of the Federal Detention Trustee (1)	Washington, D.C.
Office of Justice Programs Office for Civil Rights (2-3)	Washington, D.C.
Office of Legal Policy (2)	Washington, D.C.
Office of Professional Responsibility (2)	Washington, D.C.
Office of Tribal Justice (2)	Washington, D.C.
Office of the Deputy Attorney General (2)	Washington, D.C.
Office of the Pardon Attorney (2)	Washington, D.C.
Office of the Solicitor General (varies)	Washington, D.C.
Professional Responsibility Advisory Office (2)	Washington, D.C.
Tax Division Civil Trial Section/Civil Appellate Section,(6) Criminal Enforcement Sections (6)	Washington, D.C.
U.S. Parole Commission (1)	Chevy Chase, MD
United States Attorney's Offices Executive Office (10) Freedom of Information & Privacy Staff (2-3) District of Columbia (40-50) District of Maryland (8-11) Eastern District of Virginia (2)	Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Greenbelt and Baltimore, Maryland Alexandria, VA

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ANTITRUST DIVISION 601 D Street NW, Suite 1213 Washington, D.C. 20530
Attn:	Edward Law
Telephone:	(202) 514-2469
Fax:	(202) 514-0580
E-mail:	ATR.PERSONNEL@USDOJ.GOV
The Antitrust Division is responsible for enforcing federal laws designed to ensure that our nation's markets are free and open to robust competition. The Division engages in both civil and criminal litigation, and its work ranges over the entire spectrum of the U.S. economy. The Division has in recent years focused on prosecution of large international cartels involving multinational firms and Fortune 500 firms.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	20
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C. Internships also available in the following field offices: San Francisco, Dallas, Atlanta, Cleveland, and Chicago.
Application Materials:	Please submit a cover letter (including dates available and geographic preference), resume, law school transcript (office or unofficial), and writing sample. Please attach the above material in an E-mail and forward it to the attention of Ed Law at ATR.PERSONNEL@USDOJ.GOV.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester only), second- or third-year law students.
Application Deadline:	Summer -- March 31st Fall -- July 31st Spring -- November 30th
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation). Course credit is available depending on school requirements.
Assignments:	Assist in trials and hearings; review documents; prepare legal memoranda and briefs; attend depositions; work closely with attorneys conducting investigations; present legal research in a group setting; prepare assistance requests to foreign governments; conduct interviews of national and international subjects.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/atr
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CIVIL DIVISION U.S. Department of Justice Civil Division, Personnel Management Branch P.O. Box 14660, Ben Franklin Station Washington, D.C. 20044-4660
Attn:	Meghan Killiany, Internship Coordinator
Telephone:	(202) 307-0261
Fax:	(202) 514-7968
E-mail:	Civil.personnel@usdoj.gov (Application via email highly preferred)
The Civil Division, U.S. Department of Justice, represents the United States, its departments and agencies, Members of Congress, Cabinet Officers and other federal employees in a wide range of civil litigation that spans the spectrum of government activities. Each year, Division attorneys handle thousands of cases that collectively involve billions of dollars in claims and recoveries, as well as significant policy and constitutional issues. Outside of the U.S. Attorneys' Offices, the Civil Division is the largest legal division within the Department, employing 1100 attorneys and support staff throughout six litigating branches.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	30
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C., New York City, and San Francisco The majority of internships are located in Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a cover letter (with dates available and preferred location), resume, law school transcript (official or unofficial), and a brief writing sample (no more than 5 pages).
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), and second-year law students. Applicants must successfully undergo a pre-employment security check.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit.
Assignments:	Interns research, write and develop draft motions, briefs and discovery; attend depositions, moot court and oral arguments; and assist attorneys in all phases of trial preparation and at trial.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/civil
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
CIVIL DIVISION INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Volunteer internship opportunities are offered in each of the six Civil Division Branches. Interns will be assigned to work in one of the following areas: Appellate Staff; Office of Consumer Litigation; Commercial Litigation Branch; Federal Programs Branch; Office of Immigration Litigation; or the Torts Branch. The functions and responsibilities of each of the six branches are listed below. Additional information can be found on the Department's website at http://www.usdoj.gov/civil.
APPELLATE STAFF The Appellate Staff is responsible for the appellate work of the entire Civil Division. Thus, the Appellate Staff caseload includes cases from all of the Division's Branches and Offices. The Staff also handles the many cases that are appealed directly from administrative agencies to the courts of appeals. Attorneys on the Staff draft briefs and orally argue cases in the courts of appeals. In addition, each attorney participates in drafting various documents for the United States Supreme Court, including petitions for certiorari and briefs on the merits in Civil Division cases.
OFFICE OF CONSUMER LITIGATION The Office of Consumer Litigation enforces federal consumer protection laws and defends federal agencies that administer those laws (e.g., food and drug laws, including generic drug manufacturing and tobacco product advertising, and product safety laws). Among the Office's client agencies are the Food and Drug Administration, the Federal Trade Commission, the Consumer Product Safety Commission, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The office attorneys handle civil and criminal cases at both the trial and appellate levels.
COMMERCIAL LITIGATION The largest branch in the Division, the Commercial Litigation Branch handles cases that involve billions of dollars in claims both by and against the government. The Branch prosecutes claims for the recovery of monies fraudulently secured or improperly diverted from the United States Treasury. It defends the country's international trade policy, and defends and asserts the government's contract and patent rights. In addition, the Branch protects the government's financial and commercial interests under foreign treaties. The Branch's workload falls into five major areas: Corporate/Financial Litigation; Civil Frauds; Intellectual Property; Litigation in the National Courts; and Foreign Litigation.
FEDERAL PROGRAMS BRANCH The Federal Programs Branch litigates on behalf of approximately 100 federal agencies, the President and Cabinet officers, and other government officials. The activities of this Branch include defending against constitutional challenges to federal statutes, suits to overturn government policies and programs, and attacks on the legality of government decisions. The Branch also initiates litigation to enforce regulatory statutes and to remedy statutory and regulatory violations.
OFFICE OF IMMIGRATION LITIGATION The Office of Immigration Litigation has jurisdiction over all civil immigration litigation, and is responsible for the nationwide coordination of immigration matters before the federal district courts and circuit courts of appeals. The Office has both affirmative and defensive litigation responsibilities, and its attorneys work closely with United States Attorneys' offices on immigration cases. The Office of Immigration Litigation provides support and counsel to all federal agencies involved in the admission, regulation, and removal of aliens under our immigration and nationality statutes, as well as related areas of border enforcement and national security.
TORTS BRANCH The Torts Branch represents the interests of the United States, including its officers and agents, in suits where monetary judgments are sought for damages resulting from negligent or wrongful acts. The Branch also handles actions involving injury or damage to government property. The attorneys employed by the Torts Branch are divided among five different sections: Aviation and Admiralty Litigation; Federal Tort Claims Act Litigation; Environmental Tort Litigation; Constitutional and Specialized Tort Litigation; and Tobacco Litigation.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CIVIL DIVISION APPELLATE STAFF U.S. Department of Justice Civil Division/Appellate Staff 950 Penn. Ave. NW, Room 7519 Washington, D.C. 20530
Attn:	Matthew Collette or Michael Robinson
The principal work of the Appellate Staff is to prepare recommendations for or against further review in cases the government loses in the district courts or courts of appeals, prepare appellate briefs in all circuit courts of appeals and present oral arguments in most of these cases. The Staff also prepares draft certiorari petitions, briefs in opposition to certiorari petitions and Supreme Court merits briefs for the Solicitor General's office. The Civil Division's subject matter covers a wide variety of areas, including separation of powers, First Amendment, representation of individuals charged with constitutional violations of a person's rights (Bivens cases), administrative law, False Claims Act cases, Freedom of Information Act/Privacy Act cases, medicare and social security cases, communications issues, Prison Litigation Reform Act, Federal Tort Claims Act and welfare reform.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	Varies
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a resume, writing sample, and law school transcript (official or unofficial)
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second- or third-year law students. Students must have excellent writing skills and above average academic standing.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only.
Assignments:	Interns typically perform research, write memoranda and prepare initial drafts of portions of appellate briefs. The research often entails searching legislative history to aid in statutory interpretation issues, and may also include searching specialized libraries, the National Archives or the Library of Congress. In addition, interns are encouraged to participate in moot courts of Staff attorneys and attend oral arguments in the District of Columbia and Federal Circuits. Every effort is made to ensure that student internships include as many aspects of our work as possible with an emphasis on writing. Interns work with a number of staff attorneys and receive feedback on their work.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/civil
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CIVIL RIGHTS DIVISION
Fax:	(202) 305-9667
E-mail:	crd.vacancies@usdoj.gov (Subject Line: Volunteer Internship)
The Civil Rights Division is the agency of the Federal Government primarily responsible for enforcing federal statutes and Executive Orders that prohibit unlawful discrimination. The Division is the program institution within the Federal Government responsible for enforcing federal statutes prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, handicap, religion, and national origin.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	20
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Submit a resume (which includes your country of citizenship), a brief writing sample (no more than 5 pages), and a cover letter which indicates the time period you are available to work by one of the two following means: Fax: (202) 305-9667 Attention: Volunteer Internship E-mail: crd.vacancies@usdoj.gov Subject Line: Volunteer Internship
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students.
Application Deadline:	Application decisions are made on a rolling basis. Spring applications must be received by October 1, 2008 Summer applications must be received by March 28, 2008 Fall applications must be received by August 1, 2008
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation).
Assignments:	Interns are primarily responsible for assisting Division attorneys or senior specialists in legal research, preparing documents, interviewing, summarizing depositions, analyzing records, and other case-related work
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/crt
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CIVIL RIGHTS DIVISION, COORDINATION AND REVIEW SECTION
Fax:	(202) 305-9667
E-mail:	crd.vacancies@usdoj.gov (Subject Line: Volunteer Internship, COR)
The Civil Rights Division is the agency of the Federal Government primarily responsible for enforcing federal statutes and Executive Orders that prohibit unlawful discrimination. The Division is the program institution within the Federal Government responsible for enforcing federal statutes prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, handicap, religion, and national origin.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	2-4
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Submit a resume (which includes your country of citizenship), a brief writing sample (no more than 5 pages), and a cover letter which indicates the time period you are available to work by one of the two following means: Fax: (202) 305-9667 Attention: Volunteer Internship, COR E-mail: crd.vacancies@usdoj.gov Subject Line: Volunteer Internship, COR
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students.
Application Deadline:	Application decisions are made on a rolling basis. Spring applications must be received by October 1, 2007 Summer applications must be received by March 28, 2008 Fall applications must be received by August 1, 2007
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation).
Assignments:	Interns are primarily responsible for assisting attorneys working on matters related to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, and national origin in federally assisted programs or activities, and Executive Order 13166, which focuses on limited English proficiency matters as related to national origin discrimination in federally assisted and federally conducted programs and activities. The Coordination and Review Section focuses on non-litigation enforcement of these and other nondiscrimination statutes and Executive Orders, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Intern assignments may include assisting in administrative investigations of recipients receiving federal financial assistance from the Department of Justice, and development of implementing regulations, policy guidance documents, legal manuals, and training materials.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/crt
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CRIMINAL DIVISION 1400 New York Avenue, Suite 5000 Washington, D.C. 20530
Attn:	Shanita Barber
Telephone:	(202) 616-1830
Fax:	(202) 353-0775
E-mail:	crm.volunteers@usdoj.gov
The Criminal Division develops, enforces, and supervises the application of all federal criminal laws except those specifically assigned to other divisions. The Division and the 93 U.S. Attorneys have the responsibility for overseeing criminal matters under the more than 900 statutes as well as certain civil litigation. Criminal Division attorneys prosecute many nationally significant cases. In addition to its direct litigation responsibilities, the Division formulates and implements criminal enforcement policy and provides advice and assistance. For example, the Division approves or monitors sensitive areas of law enforcement such as participation in the Witness Security Program and the use of electronic surveillance; advises the Attorney General, Congress, the Office of Management Budget, and the White House on matters of criminal law; provides legal advice and assistance to federal prosecutors and investigative agencies; and provides leadership for coordinating international as well as federal, state, and local law enforcement matters.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	30
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	If you are interested in applying to the Criminal Division, you may e-mail your resume, transcript (official or unofficial), writing sample, and cover letter, and the time period and hours you are available to work.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students with a particular interest in criminal law, a strong academic record and excellent legal research and writing skills. A brief description of the work of each Criminal Division component is listed on the web page below
Application Deadline:	Spring Program: August 1st to September 1st Summer Program: January 1st - February 15th Fall Program: April 1st - May 1st
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only.
Assignments:	Student interns in the Criminal Division have an opportunity to work directly with attorneys on a wide range of projects, including researching and analyzing legal issues and reviewing proposed legislation affecting the criminal justice system.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/criminal
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CRIMINAL DIVISION CHILD EXPLOITATION AND OBSCENITY SECTION
Attn:	Bonnie Kane, Trial Attorney
Fax:	(202) 514-1793
E-mail:	bonnie.kane@usdoj.gov
Created in 1987, the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section (CEOS) prosecutes those who possess, manufacture, receive, transport or distribute child pornography; those who sell, buy, or transport women and children interstate to engage in sexually explicit conduct; those who travel interstate or internationally to sexually abuse children; those who abuse children on federal and Indian lands; those who do not pay certain court ordered child support payments; those who transport obscene materials in interstate or foreign commerce; and international parental abduction. CEOS attorneys assist the United States Attorneys' Offices (USAOs) in investigations, trials, and appeals related to these offenses.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	4
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Submit via email OR fax a cover letter, resume, transcript and writing sample.
Qualifications:	Second- and third-year law students with excellent academic credentials, good writing skills and a strong interest in becoming federal prosecutors. Prior to finalizing an appointment as a volunteer/work-study legal intern, all interns are required to undergo a security check, which includes a name and fingerprint clearance by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and a determination of suitability for employment based on the information a candidate provides in the security form.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled. Spring positions are typically filled in October of the prior year Summer positions are typically filled in February Fall positions are typically filled in May
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit.
Assignments:	Legal interns work directly with the Section's trial attorneys on a variety of assignments, ranging from conducting legal research and drafting memoranda and court filings to assisting in the investigation and prosecution of child exploitation and obscenity offenses.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/criminal/ceos
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CRIMINAL DIVISION DOMESTIC SECURITY SECTION 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Room 6746 Washington, D.C. 20530
Attn:	Legal Internships
E-mail:	dssjobs@usdoj.gov
The mission of the Domestic Security Section (DSS) is to enhance the security of our nation’s citizens and borders by enforcing federal criminal laws relating to complex immigration and border crimes, international human rights violations, and certain federal crimes of violence committed outside the United States. The Section investigates and prosecutes cases involving international criminal travel networks, particularly those that pose potential national security threats. DSS is additionally responsible for the investigation and prosecution of select torture, genocide, and war crime cases, and certain overseas crimes of violence, including those arising under the Military Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Act. Aside from its operational work, DSS designs, implements, and supports law enforcement efforts, legislative initiatives, policies and strategies relating to these areas.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	Up to six 6
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample (not to exceed 10 pages), transcript (official or unofficial), three references, and hours and days available via both email and mail.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and will be subject to a background investigation due to the sensitive nature of the work performed by the office. Foreign language proficiency, particularly in Spanish, is helpful but not required.
Application Deadline:	Applications for a semester-based legal internship will be accepted no later than three months prior to the intended start date. Because interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis, applicants are encouraged to submit applications as early as possible.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only.
Assignments:	For investigations and prosecutions, interns can expect substantial legal research and writing assignments in the areas of international, criminal, and immigration law. Interns will also conduct factual research, review and organize documents, and work on policy matters.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/criminal/dss/
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CRIMINAL DIVISION OFFICE OF OVERSEAS PROSECUTORIAL DEVELOPMENT, ASSISTANCE, AND TRAINING (OPDAT) 10th & Pennsylvania Aves., N.W. Washington, D.C. 20530
Attn:	William H. Lantz, Jr., Assistant to the Director
Telephone:	(202) 514-1323
Fax:	(202) 616-8429
E-mail:	William.Lantz@usdoj.gov
The Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training (OPDAT) assists prosecutors and judicial personnel in other countries develop and sustain effective criminal justice institutions. As part of its global mission, OPDAT supports the Justice Department's interests by promoting the rule of law and regard for human rights, by assisting justice sector counterparts as they attempt to build and maintain responsible criminal justice institutions, and by focusing on transnational criminal threats, including terrorism, illegal narcotics, human trafficking, and corruption.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	4
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a resume and cover letter, noting citizenship, dates when available and any language skills.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students; full- time International or Comparative Law LL.M candidates who are not at work or practicing law while pursuing their advanced degree.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only.
Assignments:	Interns will work closely with attorneys and professional staff who identify areas in which foreign justice sector institutions are in need of strengthening; who assist during the design, development, and implementation phases of Department of Justice criminal justice assistance programs; and who research and compile data for measuring effectiveness and for results-based reporting. Students who are interested in comparative criminal law and procedure and who wish to help create more responsive and responsible criminal justice systems in Africa and the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Eurasia, are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative work environment, possesses strong research, oral communication and writing skills, has experienced foreign cultures and, ideally, speaks Spanish, French, Russian, Arabic, or Chinese.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/criminal/opdat/
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CRIMINAL DIVISION OFFICE OF SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS 10th and Constitution Ave., NW John C. Keeney Bldg., Ste. 200 Washington, D.C. 20530
Attn:	Internship Coordinator
The Office of Special Investigations detects, investigates, and takes legal action to denaturalize naturalized U.S. citizens who, prior to their naturalization, participated abroad in acts of genocide or in acts of torture or extrajudicial killings committed under color of foreign law. The Office is also responsible for detecting, investigating and taking legal action to denaturalize and/or deport U.S. citizens or residents who participated in Nazi-sponsored acts of persecution between 1933 and 1945.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	1 - spring and fall semesters 2-3 - summer
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a resume, legal writing sample, and law school transcript (official or unofficial) to: United States Department of Justice Criminal Division Office of Special Investigations 10 th and Constitution Ave., NW John C. Keeney Bldg., Ste. 200 Washington , D.C. 20530 Attn: Internship Coordinator Applications may be electronically submitted to osiinterns@usdoj.gov
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second- or third-year law students. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background investigation.
Application Deadline:	Summer legal internships: Applicants for summer legal internships will be accepted from December 1 until January 15 prior to the internship summer. Because interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis beginning as early as January 1, early applications are helpful. Semester-based legal internships: Applications for a semester-based legal internship will be accepted until three months in advance of the intended start date. Because interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis, early applications are helpful.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only.
Assignments:	Interns can expect substantial legal research and writing assignments. There are also opportunities to assist trial attorneys with litigation-related tasks. The position requires a commitment of 15-20 hours per week.
Web Site:	www.usdoj.gov/criminal
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION PO. Box 7754, Ben Franklin Station Washington, D.C. 20044-7754
Washington, D.C.; Denver, CO; Sacramento, CA; Anchorage, AK; Boston, MA; Seattle, WA
Attn: Fax: E mail:	BJ Parker (202) 616-3362 applyintern.enrd@usdoj.gov (Application via email highly preferred) Applications will be acknowledged by e-mail upon receipt.
San Francisco Field Office 301 Howard Street, Suite 1050 San Francisco, CA 94105
Attn: Fax: E mail:	Victoria Reeder, Law Clerk Coordinator (415) 744-6476 Victoria.Reeder@usdoj.gov (Applications via email highly preferred)
The Environment and Natural Resources Division litigates in five key areas: pollution, lands and natural resources, wildlife, Indian resources, and land acquisition. Attorneys represent many federal agencies by preparing and arguing civil and criminal enforcement cases, appeals, and by defending challenged federal agency actions arising from well over 100 federal environmental laws. Cases are at the cutting edge of environmental protection. The Division's work protects our environment for future generations.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	30
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.; Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; Sacramento, CA; Anchorage, AK; Boston, MA; Seattle, WA (Openings vary at each site.)
Application Materials:	Submit a resume (which includes your country of citizenship), a cover letter stating location preference(s) and hours/days available, a writing sample, a copy of your most recent transcript (official or unofficial), and three references with contact information (letters of recommendation not required).
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), and second-year law students. Prefer students with a special interest in environmental issues who have taken environmental law courses (if available). Applicants must successfully complete a security clearance prior to appointment.
Application Deadline:	Application decisions are made on a rolling basis. Fall applications must be received by April 1 Spring applications must be received by October 1 Summer applications must be received by February 1
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only.
Assignments:	Assignments will vary. In general, interns assist the Division's trial lawyers in preparing cases for filing and supporting the litigation effort post-filing, and assist the Division's appellate lawyers in researching issues on appeal. Responsibilities typically include conducting legal research, drafting motions, discovery, and memoranda of law dealing with a variety of federal environmental and natural resource issues. The Division handles cases covering a broad spectrum of issues including the protection of endangered species and civil and criminal enforcement of federal pollution control laws. An internship provides an outstanding opportunity to work on cutting edge issues of environmental law.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/enrd
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS 320 First Street, N.W. - Room 948 Washington, D.C. 20534
Attn:	Nancy Redding, Recruitment Coordinator or Mary McBride, Assistant Recruitment Coordinator
Telephone:	(202) 514-6105
E-mail:	MMcBride@BOP.GOV
It is the mission of the Federal Bureau of Prisons to protect society by confining offenders in the controlled environments of prisons and community-based facilities that are safe, humane, cost-efficient, and appropriately secure, and that provide work and other self-improvement opportunities to assist offenders in becoming law-abiding citizens.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	Five (5)
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a resume together with a transcript (official or unofficial), references, hours and days available, and a writing sample of no more than five pages.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation).
Assignments:	Interns will work in one or more of the legal branches in the Office of General Counsel: Labor Law, Commercial Law, Real Estate and Environmental Law, Litigation, Discrimination Complaints and Ethics, Legislative and Correctional Issues, and Legal Administration (FOIA/PA Section). Interns will conduct extensive legal research on novel issues surrounding the Bureau of Prisons and draft legal memoranda, opinions and correspondence. Interns will also have opportunities to handle projects from branches outside of their own in order to broaden their legal experience and knowledge.
Web Site:	http://www.bop.gov
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL DETENTION TRUSTEE 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Suite 1210 Washington, D.C. 20530
Attn: Telephone Fax: E mail:	Katherine A. Day (202) 353-4601 (202) 353-4611 Kathy.Day@usdoj.gov
The Office of the Federal Detention Trustee (OFDT) was established and activated in September 2001 by directive of Congress (Pub. L. 106 553, § 166, 114 Stat. 2762 (2000)) in response to growing concerns regarding federal detention. It is the mission of the Federal Detention Trustee to provide oversight of the safe, secure and humane confinement of prisoners while, at the same time, ensuring that appropriated funds are expended in an efficient and effective manner. The major functions of the Federal Detention Trustee are to lead the Departmental effort reviewing the feasibility of using excess state and local correctional facilities for federal purposes; to develop and implement strategies to deal with detention "hot spots" and crises; to review existing detention practices and develop alternatives that are more efficient and cost effective; to ensure compliance with the Department of Justice core detention standards by non federal detention facilities; and to integrate predictive workload models to develop comprehensive, Department wide detention planning capabilities.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	1
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Cover letter (semester and dates when available), resume with 3 references, transcript (official or unofficial), and a writing sample of no more than 5 pages.
Qualifications:	Law students beginning their second year of law school. Students who are interested in government contracts and appropriations law, and who want exposure to federal law enforcement activities and operations are encouraged to apply.
Application Deadline:	Summer Program (June B August): Until filled. Fall Program (September B December): Until filled. Spring Program (January B May): Until filled.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation)
Assignments:	Student interns will have the opportunity to research and analyze appropriation and contract law which govern how the Federal government exercises its day-to-day function to provide for the safe, secure and humane confinement of prisoners in federal custody. Student interns also will have the opportunity to research criminal procedure and constitutional law mandates and analyze how they impact the confinement function. Interns can expect to research discrete legal issues, conduct factual analyses, review and organize documents, draft memoranda and reports, and perform other tasks as required.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/ofdt
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF JUSTICE PROGRAMS OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS 810 7th Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20531
Attn:	Tamara L. Mabey, Esq.
Fax:	202-616-9865
E-mail:	Tamara.Mabey@usdoj.gov (Subject Line: Volunteer Internship, OCR)
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is charged with the statutory responsibility of ensuring that agencies receiving federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Justice are not engaging in prohibited discrimination. The OCR ensures that no person, based on race, national origin, color, sex, religion, disability, or age is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, subjected to discrimination under, or denied employment in connection with any activity, program, or service receiving federal assistance. The primary objective in accomplishing this mission is to secure prompt and full compliance with all civil rights laws and regulations so that needed federal financial assistance may commence or continue.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	2 - 3 per semester
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Resume, transcript (official or unofficial), writing sample (not to exceed 8 pages), and a cover letter.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester) and second- and third-year law students.
Application Deadline:	Application decisions are made on a rolling basis. Fall applications must be received by August 1. Spring applications must be received by November 1. Summer applications must be received by March 1.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or possibility of work-study.
Assignments:	Legal research and writing on issues of civil rights compliance in Federally funded programs (e.g., Title VI); legal research and writing on issues of Constitutional Law and jurisdiction affecting the rights of prison inmates; assist legal staff on civil rights case reviews, case management and investigations; and review Equal Employment Opportunity Plans submitted by law enforcement and other Federally assisted agencies.
Web Site:	http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF LEGAL POLICY 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Room 4234 Washington, D.C. 20530-0001
Attn:	Matrina F. Wilcox
E-mail:	Matrina.Wilcox2@usdoj.gov
Fax:	(202) 616-4566
The mission of the Office of Legal Policy (OLP) is to plan, develop, and coordinate the implementation of major policy initiatives of high priority to the Department and to the Administration. OLP functions as a focal point for the development and coordination of Department policy.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	2
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a resume.
Qualifications:	Second- and third-year law students. Excellent research and writing skills with a knowledge of Lexis/Nexis and Westlaw.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only.
Assignments:	The Office of Legal Policy seeks law students to assist the office in developing and implementing policy initiatives and to aid the office in its work related to judicial nominations. Interns should possess strong research and writing skills. Legal interns will be called upon to conduct legal and non-legal research and analysis, to prepare memoranda and talking points, and to participate in nearly all stages of policy development. In addition, interns will assist with the office's work on judicial nominations from nomination through the confirmation process.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/olp
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF THE PARDON ATTORNEY 1425 New York Avenue, Suite 11000 Washington, D.C. 20530
Attn:	Ronald L. Rodgers, Pardon Attorney
Telephone:	(202) 616-6070
Fax:	(202) 616-6069
E-mail:	Ronald.Rodgers@usdoj.gov
The mission of the Office of the Pardon Attorney is to advise the President on the exercise of his power to grant clemency for offenses against the United States, pursuant to Article II, § 2 of the Constitution. The Office processes petitions for all forms of clemency, including pardon, commutation of sentence, and remission of fine, by conducting the necessary investigation on each petition and preparing a report and recommendation to the President for the signature of the Deputy Attorney General, as well as by preparing documents, such as warrants of clemency and notices of denial, necessary to implement the President’s decisions. The Office also acts as liaison with the applicant and the public throughout the pendency of the clemency case, and is the repository of records concerning grants of clemency over the years.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	2
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C. – Preference will be given to law students in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area.
Application Materials:	Resume, transcript (official or unofficial), writing sample, and dates when available for internship.
Qualifications:	Must have completed at least one year of law school and possess the ability to write persuasively and succinctly. Must have word processing skills. Paralegal experience helpful but not required. Students with an interest in criminal law and justice or constitutional law would be good matches for this Office.
Application Deadline:	Applications will be reviewed as received, and should be received no later than March 31 for summer internships, by June 30 for fall semester internships, or by October 30 for spring semester internships. Positions will be open until filled.
Minimum Weeks Required:	9 weeks
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation).
Assignments:	Interns will assist the Office’s attorneys and paralegals in case-processing tasks, such as obtaining the reports needed to evaluate a clemency case and preparing drafts of reports to the President on selected cases, and will prepare responses to correspondence. Special research projects may be assigned by Office attorneys as need dictates, and may include historical and legal research.
Web Site:	www.usdoj.gov/pardon
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Room 3535 Washington, D.C. 20530
Attn:	Lyn Hardy, Assistant Counsel
Fax:	(202) 514-5050
The Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) is one of the Department's two internal investigative units. OPR's mission is to investigate allegations of misconduct against Department attorneys relating to the exercise of their authority to investigate, litigate or provide legal advice. OPR also investigates allegations of misconduct by law enforcement personnel when they are related to allegations of misconduct by Department attorneys, and provides legal support to the Offices of Professional Responsibility of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Drug Enforcement Administration. Following its investigations, OPR reports its findings and conclusions to the appropriate Department official. OPR also recommends changes in policies and procedures to the Attorney General and the Deputy Attorney General when its investigations reveal the need for such changes.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	2
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a resume, writing sample, and law school transcript (official or unofficial).
Qualifications:	Second- and third-year law students.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only.
Assignments:	Legal interns work closely with assistant and associate counsel conducting investigations (including collecting and reviewing information and interviewing witnesses), analyzing applicable law and facts, and drafting reports. Investigations may involve all components of the Department, including the U.S. Attorneys' Offices. Interns research discrete legal issues, conduct factual analyses, review and organize documents, draft closing memoranda and reports, draft witness interview summaries, and perform other tasks as required.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/opr
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20530-0001
Attn:	SeLena Powell, Room 4110
Fax:	(202) 514-9077
Email:	SeLena.Y.Powell@usdoj.gov (Application via email highly preferred)
The Office of the Deputy Attorney General, United States Department of Justice, seeks two part-time volunteer interns for the summer, fall, and spring semesters. The Deputy Attorney General advises and assists the Attorney General in formulating and implementing Departmental policies and programs and in providing overall supervision and direction to all organizational units of the Department. The Deputy Attorney General is authorized to exercise all the power and authority of the Attorney General, except where such power or authority is prohibited by law from delegation or has been delegated to another official. In the absence of the Attorney General, the Deputy Attorney General acts as the Attorney General.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	2
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Cover letter (semester and dates when available), resume with 3 references, transcript (official or unofficial), and a writing sample of no more than 5 pages.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester only), second and third-year law students. Excellent research and writing skills with a knowledge of Lexis/Nexis and Westlaw. Applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment security check.
Application Deadline:	December 1 for Spring Program (January - May) February 23 for Summer Program (June - August) July 20 for Fall Program (September - December) Application decisions are made on a rolling basis.
Minimum Weeks Required:	6 - 8 weeks for Summer Program (full summer strongly preferred) 1 semester part-time (maximum 20 hours a week) for Spring and Fall Programs
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work study credit
Assignments:	Assignments reflect the broad range of challenging, complex, and sensitive issues that come before the Department's leadership, many of which involve programs and initiatives of national significance. Legal interns will conduct legal and non-legal research and analysis, prepare memoranda and talking points, and assemble briefing books and other materials relating to legal and policy issues for the Deputy Attorney General, Associate Deputy Attorneys General, and other members of the office.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/dag
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF THE SOLICITOR GENERAL 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, D.C. 20530-0001
Attn:	Kaletus L. McCain, Administrative Management Specialist
E-mail:	Kaletus.L.McCain@usdoj.gov (Submission via e-mail is highly preferred)
The major function of the Solicitor General's Office is to supervise and conduct government litigation in the United States Supreme Court. Virtually all such litigation is channeled through the Office of the Solicitor General and is actively conducted by the Office. The United States is involved in about two-thirds of all the cases the U.S. Supreme Court decides on the merits each year. Another function of the Office is to review all cases decided adversely to the government in the lower courts to determine whether they should be appealed and, if so, what position should be taken. The Solicitor General also determines whether the government will participate as an amicus curiae, or intervene, in cases in any appellate court.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	Varies
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit your resume, transcript (unofficial), writing sample and references. Applicants must be available to work 20 hours per week. Applications should state the hours and days of the week when the individual will be available for work.
Qualifications:	Second- and third-year law students. Demonstrable skill in the use of rules of style contained in the Harvard Uniform System of Citation is helpful. The work requires students who are: self-reliant - ability to complete work assignments independently; flexible - ability to handle multiple tasks/work assignments without sacrificing accuracy; and detail-oriented, while working under strict time deadlines
Application Deadline:	Open until filled. Fall positions typically filled by mid-August. Spring positions typically filled by mid-December.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only.
Assignments:	The position is located in the Office of the Solicitor General. Duties consist of: research, cite-checking for accuracy, correcting and paginating indices in briefs, West-check and shepardizing case citations, proofreading briefs and other documents, drafting correspondence, and working on special projects to assist the Solicitor General and other lawyers in the office in the preparation of oral arguments in the Supreme Court.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/osg
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICE OF TRIBAL JUSTICE 950 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Room 2318 Washington, D.C. 20530
Attn:	Lawrence R. Baca
Telephone:	(202) 514-8812
Fax:	(202) 514-9078
The Office of Tribal Justice (OTJ) coordinates the Department's policies and positions on American Indian and Alaska Native issues, maintains liaison with the federally recognized Indian tribes, and works with appropriate federal, state, and local officials, professional associations, and public interest groups. OTJ also coordinates the on-going work of Justice Divisions responsible for Indian issues and serves as the clearinghouse for all correspondence relating to Indian matters.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	2
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a resume together with cover letter, an official transcript, three references, writing sample (optional) and dates available.
Qualifications:	All full-time second- or third-year law students. Students should have excellent academic credentials, good writing skills and basic knowledge of Federal Indian law.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled. Fall positions typically filled by mid-August. Spring positions typically filled by mid-December. Summer positions typically filled by mid-April.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or academic credit (to be decided by each school) only.
Assignments:	The internship is designed to give students the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in working on challenging projects and cases principally involving issues of Federal Indian law. Interns work closely with attorneys in the Office of Tribal Justice on a variety of diverse projects. Work may include legal research, drafting legal memoranda, public policy development, and citizen correspondence. Interns may have the opportunity to attend Senate committee hearings, oral arguments before the Supreme Court, and other high level meetings with OTJ attorneys.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/otj
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY ADVISORY OFFICE 1425 New York Avenue, N.W., Suite 12000 Washington, D.C. 20530
Attn:	Jean F. Spells, Office Manager
Telephone:	(202) 514-0458
Fax:	(202) 353-7483
The Professional Responsibility Advisory Office (PRAO) provides advice and guidance to Department of Justice attorneys on questions involving professional responsibility and codes of professional conduct. PRAO also maintains a library of materials relevant to professional responsibility, assists in training on professional responsibility, and acts as a liaison with state and federal bar associations in matters relating to the implementation and interpretation of various state ethics codes and the ABA Model Rules.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	2
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a resume together with a transcript (official or unofficial), a writing sample, three references, and hours and days available.
Qualifications:	Second- and third-year law students. Prefer students with a special interest in professional responsibility issues who have taken ethics or professional responsibility law courses.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled.
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only.
Assignments:	Research, writing and developing drafts on issues related to professional responsibility. The office handles questions from Department attorneys all over the country. Internships provide unparalleled opportunities to work on novel ethical issues.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/prao
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE TAX DIVISION CIVIL TRIAL SECTIONS/CIVIL APPELLATE SECTION P.O. Box 813, Ben Franklin Station Washington, D.C. 20044
Attn:	Intern Coordinator
Telephone:	(202) 616-2774
The Tax Division handles virtually all civil litigation arising under the internal revenue laws, except for cases docketed in the U.S. Tax Court. The Civil Appellate Section handles appeals of civil tax cases in the U.S. Courts of Appeals and participates with the Office of the Solicitor General in proceedings before the Supreme Court. The cases handled by the Division's seven civil trial sections and the Appellate Section present a variety of legal issues involving federal tax law, bankruptcy law, constitutional law, and commercial law, as well as the panoply of evidentiary, procedural, and jurisdictional issues that are the staple of any litigation docket.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	6
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	If you are interested in this position and have a solid academic record and excellent legal research and writing skills, please submit a resume, writing sample, and law school transcript (official or unofficial).
Qualifications:	Second- and third-year law students. Candidates for a position with the Tax Division will be required to complete a pre-employment security process before entering on duty.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled.
Salary:	Available positions are volunteer (without compensation). These positions may be eligible for work-study credit.
Assignments:	Legal interns conduct legal research for pending trial and appellate tax cases; prepare legal memoranda, drafts of pleadings and briefs; and prepare exhibits and files. The Division attempts to ensure that the interns assist in as many aspects of the Division's work as possible and that interns are provided written or oral feedback. Given the nature of the work and the high quality of its staff, the Tax Division expects interns to be able to grasp issues quickly; research thoroughly and accurately; and, above all, write clearly and concisely.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/tax
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE TAX DIVISION CRIMINAL ENFORCEMENT SECTIONS P.O. Box 813 Ben Franklin Station Washington, D.C. 20044
Attn:	Intern Coordinator
Telephone:	(202) 616-2774
The Tax Division's Criminal Enforcement Sections handle or supervise federal criminal tax prosecutions throughout the nation. Criminal tax cases generally involve such crimes as tax evasions, failure to file tax returns, and filing false tax returns, but also include cases involving financial institution fraud, health care fraud, organized crime activities, and narcotics trafficking.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	4
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	If you are interested in this position and have a solid academic record and excellent legal research and writing skills, please submit a resume, writing sample, and law school transcript (official or unofficial).
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester only), second- and third-year law students and LLM candidates. Candidates for a position with the Tax Division will be required to complete a pre-employment security process before entering on duty.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled
Salary:	Available positions are volunteer (without compensation). These positions may be eligible for work-study credit.
Assignments:	Legal interns work closely with federal prosecutors to research legal issues relevant to pending criminal investigations, prosecutions and appeals. Their work generally involves writing legal memoranda or briefs. Interns also help attorneys prepare for trials by arranging exhibits and organizing case files. Interns must be able to grasp issues quickly; conduct research thoroughly and accurately; and write clearly and concisely.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/tax
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR U.S. ATTORNEYS 600 E Street, (Room 8000) Washington, D.C. 20530-0001
Attn:	Romona Greene Program Specialist
Telephone: Fax: E-Mail:	(202) 616-6900 (202) 514-7463 romona.greene@usdoj.gov (Applications via mail or fax preferred)
The mission of the Executive Office for United States Attorneys (EOUSA) is to provide the 93 United States Attorneys (94 United States Attorneys' Offices) with: general executive assistance and direction, policy development, administrative management direction and oversight, operational support, and coordination with other components of the Department and other federal agencies. These responsibilities include certain legal, budgetary, administrative, and personnel services, as well as legal education.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	10
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Resume, transcript (official or unofficial), writing sample (no more than 5 pages) and dates when available.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester) and second-year law students with paralegal and computer experience. Students interested in administrative law; federal employment law, or litigation are encouraged to apply. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Application Deadline:	Applications are accepted year-round, but preferred deadlines are: October 1 for Spring Program (January - May) (open until filled) February 1 for Summer Program (June - August) (open until filled) July 1 for Fall Program (September - December) (open until filled)
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit.
Assignments:	Interns interested in administrative law, federal employment law, or litigation will be involved in projects that involve ethics, standards of conduct, employment law, questions arising from the United States Attorneys' Offices and law research projects. Each legal intern will work with an attorney who will provide specific guidance and direction.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/usao/eousa

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR UNITED STATES ATTORNEYS FREEDOM OF INFORMATION & PRIVACY STAFF 600 E St., NW (Suite 7300) Washington, DC 20530
Attn: Telephone Fax: E mail:	John Kornmeier (202) 305-0542 (202) 616-6478 John.Kornmeier@usdoj.gov (Applications via email highly preferred)
The Freedom of Information & Privacy Staff processes all requests for records maintained by the Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys (EOUSA) in Washington, DC B and the 94 U.S. Attorneys' Offices (USAOs) nationwide B pursuant to FOIA and the Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. §§ 552-552a, and related Department of Justice rules, 28 CFR 16.1. Staff attorneys and paralegals liaison with other Department components and oversee the processing of requests for records B both paper and electronic B including the search for responsive nonexempt records, related fee and litigation issues, and the preparation of initial disclosure determinations, as well as supporting affidavits, to release, redact, or withhold agency records.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	2 - 3
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Cover letter (noting dates available); resume with 3 references; transcript (official or unofficial); and a writing sample of 10 pages or less.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second-year, or third-year law students. Students interested in administrative law, information and privacy issues, and exposure to a variety of offices within the Department of Justice and United States Attorneys' Offices are encouraged to apply. Must be a U.S. citizen.
Application Deadline:	Applications are accepted year-round, but preferred deadlines are: October 1 for Spring Program (January B May) (open until filled) February 1 for Summer Program (June B August) (open until filled) July 1 for Fall Program (September B December) (open until filled)
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit only.
Assignments:	The Freedom of Information & Privacy Staff allows student interns to work closely with Department of Justice attorneys handling litigation seeking access to sensitive U.S. Attorney materials, including criminal records, agency files, and electronic case databases. Interns can expect to research novel legal issues, conduct factual analysis, review and organize records, draft legal memoranda, and perform other tasks as required.
Web Site:	http://www.justice.gov/usao/reading_room
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE UNITED STATES ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Room 5814 - Judiciary Center Bldg. 555 4th Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20001
Attn:	Lynita Greene Internship Coordinator
Telephone:	(202) 616-0866
The mission of the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia is to enforce the criminal laws of the United States and the District of Columbia, represent the interests of the United States in civil litigation, and respond to the public safety needs of the community by leading an effective, well-coordinated law enforcement effort that contributes to the overall goal of improving the quality of life in the District of Columbia.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	100 for the summer program. Approximately 40-50 for the spring and fall
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a cover letter, resume, and an official law school transcript.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students. Must be a U.S. citizen and maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. It is the policy of the U.S. Attorney's Office to require that a security clearance be conducted on all applicants who are hired. Therefore, it is imperative that all security forms be completed and returned in a timely fashion. No applications will be accepted before or after the time frames announced below.
Application Deadline:	Spring Program: August 1st to September 1st Summer Program: December 1st to January 15th Fall Program: April 1st to May 1st
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit.
Assignments:	Responsible for assisting attorneys with all facets of case preparation including: researching legal issues, drafting/writing motions and responses and various pleadings, providing trial support to attorneys, and interviewing witnesses.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/usao/dc/
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

UNITED STATES ATTORNEY'S OFFICE,
DISTRICT OF MARYLAND

Baltimore:
U. S. Attorney's Office-Maryland
101 W. Lombard Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
Attn: Bonnie Greenberg, Esq.
Attn: Michael Hanlon, Esq.
Assistant U.S. Attorneys
Telephone: (410) 209-4800

Greenbelt:
U.S. Attorney's Office-Maryland
6500 Cherrywood Lane,
4th Floor
Greenbelt, MD 20770
Attn: Michael Pauze, Esq.
Assistant U.S. Attorney
Telephone: (301) 344-4433

The United States Attorney for the District of Maryland serves as the federal government's lawyer in Maryland. The Northern Division is located in Baltimore, Maryland, and the Southern Division is located in Greenbelt, Maryland. The missions of the U.S. Attorney's Offices are to: (a) prosecute those who violate our nation's criminal laws, including illegal drug distribution, public corruption, bank robberies, mail and wire fraud, firearms violations, environmental crimes and health care fraud, among others; and (b) defend the United States and its agencies in a full range of civil actions and to annually recover millions of dollars from persons who defraud the government, and from others against whom the government has claims.

Projected No. of Volunteers:

3 - 4 positions (Greenbelt)
8 - 10 positions (Baltimore)

Internship Location(s):

Greenbelt, Maryland
Baltimore, Maryland

Application Materials:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample and a law school transcript.

Qualifications:

Second- and third-year law students. Must be a U.S. citizen and maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. It is the policy of the U.S. Attorney's Office to require that a security clearance be conducted on all applicants who are hired. Therefore, it is imperative that all security forms be completed and returned in a timely fashion. No applications will be accepted after the deadlines listed below.

Application Deadline:

Spring Program: October 19, 2007
Summer Program: February 1, 2008
Fall Program: May 16, 2008

Salary:

Volunteer (without compensation).

Assignments:

Law clerks are assigned to work with different attorneys on a variety of criminal or civil matters. The law clerks research legal issues, author motions and other responsive pleadings, provide trial support to attorneys, and attend different court proceedings.

Web Site:

http://www.usdoj.gov/usao/md/

The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

UNITED STATES ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, EASTERN DISTRICT OF VIRGINIA 2100 Jamieson Avenue Alexandria, VA 22314
Attn:	Stephanie Hammerstrom for Criminal Law Student Internship Applications Dennis Barghaan for Civil Law Student Internship Applications
The mission of the United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Virginia is to enforce federal law and defend the United States, consistent with the priorities of the Attorney General and the United States Attorney, recognizing the value and dignity of all people and the importance of strong relationships with the members of the judicial and law enforcement communities.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	1-2 for the Fall and Spring (1 criminal and 1 civil) 10 for the Summer (8 criminal and 2 civil)
Internship Location(s):	Alexandria, VA
Application Materials:	Please submit a cover letter, resume with grade point averages for all academic work listed on resume, at least one writing sample, an official law school transcript, and 3 references who can speak to skills and abilities. (Transcripts and grade point averages should be updated as grades are available. So, if transcripts and grade point averages are not available at time of application, please update as information becomes available.) Please note division preference: civil or criminal. Please send packets and grade or resume updates via U.S. mail only. No e-mail, no phone or e-mail inquiries, no faxes. For confirmation that materials have been received, delivery confirmation from postal carrier is suggested. Applicants will only be contacted by the U.S. Attorney's Office if more information is needed or if an interview is requested.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students. Must be a U.S. citizen and maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. It is the policy of the U.S. Attorney's Office to require that a background review be conducted on all applicants who are hired. Therefore, it is imperative that all security forms be completed and returned in a timely fashion. No applications will be accepted before or after the time frames announced below. Students should contact their law school for specific intern or work-study requirements prior to applying for such a position.
Deadline:	Spring Program: August 1st to September 1st Summer Program: December 1st to February 1st Fall Program: April 1st to May 1st
Salary:	Volunteer (without compensation) or work-study credit. (Credit may be given for some school programs, or public law stipends also might be available through certain school programs.) Students should contact their law school for specific intern or work-study requirements prior to applying for such a position
Assignments:	Responsible for assisting attorneys with all facets of case preparation including: researching legal issues, drafting/writing motions and responses and various pleadings, providing trial support to attorneys, and interviewing witnesses.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/usao/vae
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

COMPENSATED INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
(The estimated number of positions, if known, is in parentheses following the component name.)

Participating Component / Office	Location(s)
Federal Bureau of Prisons (5)	Washington, D.C.
U.S. Parole Commission (1)	Chevy Chase, MD

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS 320 First Street, N.W. - Room 948 Washington, D.C. 20534
Attn:	Nancy Redding, Recruitment Coordinator or Mary McBride, Assistant Recruitment Coordinator
Telephone:	(202) 514-6105
E-mail:	MMcBride@BOP.GOV
It is the mission of the Federal Bureau of Prisons to protect society by confining offenders in the controlled environments of prisons and community-based facilities that are safe, humane, cost-efficient, and appropriately secure, and that provide work and other self-improvement opportunities to assist offenders in becoming law-abiding citizens.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	Five (5)
Internship Location(s):	Washington, D.C.
Application Materials:	Please submit a resume together with a transcript (official or unofficial), three references, and hours and days available, and a writing sample of no more than 10 pages.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled.
Salary:	First-year (second semester) and second-year law students, GS-5 ($30,386 per annum).* Third-year law students, GS-7 ($37,640 per annum).* *Salaries are based on the January, 2007 General Schedule and are expected to increase in January, 2008.
Assignments:	Interns will work in one or more of the legal branches in the Office of General Counsel: Labor Law, Commercial Law, Real Estate and Environmental Law, Litigation, Discrimination Complaints and Ethics, Legislative and Correctional Issues, and Legal Administration (FOIA/PA Section). Interns will conduct extensive legal research on novel issues surrounding the Bureau of Prisons and draft legal memoranda, opinions and correspondence. Interns will also have opportunities to handle projects from branches outside of their own in order to broaden their legal experience and knowledge.
Web Site:	http://www.bop.gov/
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. It is the policy of the U.S. Department of Justice to achieve a drug-free work place and persons selected will, therefore, be required to pass a drug test to screen for illegal drug use prior to final appointment.

U.S. PAROLE COMMISSION U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 5550 Friendship Boulevard, Suite 420 Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815
Attn:	Zelia M. Carter, Administrative Management Specialist Mary McBride, Assistant Recruitment Coordinator
Telephone:	(301) 492-5974 extension 215
E-mail:	Zelia.Carter@usdoj.gov
It is the mission of the U.S. Parole Commission to promote public safety and strive for justice and fairness in the exercise of its authority to release and supervise offenders under its jurisdiction.
Projected No. of Volunteers:	One (1)
Internship Location(s):	Chevy Chase, Maryland
Application Materials:	Please submit a resume together with a college transcript (official or unofficial), three references, hours and days available, and a writing sample of no more than 10 pages.
Qualifications:	First-year (second semester), second and third year law students. Candidates for a position with the U.S. Parole Commission will be required to complete a pre-employment security process before entering on duty.
Application Deadline:	Open until filled.
Salary:	First year (second semester) and second year law students, GS-5 ($30,386 per annum).* Third year law students, GS-7 ($37,640 per annum).* *Salaries are based on the January 2007 General Schedule and are expected to increase in January 2008.
Assignments:	The intern will work in the Office of the General Counsel for the U.S. Parole Commission (the Commission). The intern will assist the Commission attorneys in preparing draft responses to habeas corpus petitions filed by prisoners and releasees, analyzing administrative appeals submitted by offenders, and drafting responses to requests for documents under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). The work involves interpretation and application of constitutional law, federal statutes and regulations, and principles of substantive criminal law. The intern will have periodic contact with various U.S. Attorney's Offices (especially in the District of Columbia), U.S. Probation Offices, the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency in the District of Columbia, and other criminal justice agencies.
Web Site:	http://www.usdoj.gov/uspc
The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. It is the policy of the U.S. Department of Justice to achieve a drug-free work place and persons selected will, therefore, be required to pass a drug test to screen for illegal drug use prior to final appointment.


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