law intern

Summary

If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career, this is the position for you With a diverse and talented workforce of over 100,000 men and women, Justice leads the Nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. You can be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal and civil laws that protect life, liberty, and the property of citizens.

Duties

The Northern District of Indiana is currently soliciting applications for Law Internship (Clerks) positions for the 2024 Academic Year. The intention of the Law Internship Program is to introduce participants to the federal legal system and receive an introduction to federal procedures in both the civil and criminal settings. Interns will be assigned projects from both the Civil and Criminal Divisions and will work with several different Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs) over the course of the internship. Typical duties of the interns may include:

• Performing legal research and/or assisting with research projects;
• Drafting legal documents including motions, pleadings, or briefs;
• Assist in trial preparations;
• Observe court proceedings; and
• In limited instances, may be allowed to represent the government in routine hearings under the supervision of an AUSA before various federal courts.

Each Branch Office of the USAO for the Northern District of Indiana is located in a federal courthouse. This enables the interns to meet Judges, their clerks, and network among federal officials. The primary goal of the program is to introduce interns to the federal legal system, to develop their legal skills and, above all, to enjoy their overall internship experience.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT INFORMATION:

This is an open continuous announcement that is intended to continually solicit applications during the standard academic year. Applicants should timely submit their applications by the deadlines listed below to be considered for their desired semester of internship:

• Spring 2024 - October 6, 2023
• Summer 2024 - February 15, 2024
• Fall 2024 - May 31, 2024

Applicants will be asked to indicate which semester(s) they wish to be considered for when submitting their online application. Applications will be reviewed and referred based on the deadlines above and the applicant's selection(s) in the online questionnaire of the application process. Applicants will be notified when their applications have been reviewed/referred for further consideration.

Conditions of Appointment:

• Compensation: This internship is not compensated. No matching contributions available. Work-study or academic credit may be available through a student's law school. Students must make any arrangements through their law school to receive any possible work-study or academic credit.
• Work Schedule: You must be able to work at least 10 hours per week for duration of internship (at least 135 hours spread over the entire semester).
• Work Location: If selected, you will be expected to work at the location designated in this vacancy announcement. This is NOT a remote-work position. Telework may be permitted on a limited basis as authorized by the agency.
• Outside Employment Restriction: Interns are not permitted to work in a legal capacity - private or public- throughout the duration of the internship.

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