There's a...program where you really get immersed in the FTC approach to law, and FTC procedures and internal policies.

Training Is Key

Entry-level attorneys are offered courses on:

FTC Law and Practice
Basic Trial Advocacy
Legal Writing
Depositions

Federal Civil Rules and Procedures
Negotiations
Trial Objections and Evidence
Federal Court Litigation

Work-Life Balance

The Bureau offers a unique opportunity to do meaningful work within a culture that values work-life balance. Alternative work schedules contribute to a high level of attorney satisfaction.

Salary and Benefits

Attorneys with a JD are hired at the GS-11 step 7 rate; those with a master's degree or higher in a relevant area are hired at the GS-12 step 5 rate. Salary is determined by each applicant's qualifications.

Senior staff... are very good at relating to junior people and imparting the best practices that have made them successful.

FTC benefits include:

Paid vacation and sick leave
Life insurance options
On-site health unit
On-site child care center
Generous public transportation subsidy

Wide selection of cost-shared health insurance plans, as well as the option to use a flexible health spending account
Three-tiered retirement system—Social Security, basic pension plan, plus tax-deferred Thrift Savings Plan