Legal Extern, 2024-2025 Academic Year

About the OfficeWant to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.The United States Attorney's Office hosts law student externs each academic term, August through June, with preference for students from the University of Washington Law School and Seattle University Law School. Law school externs receive academic credits from their respective law schools based on the educational experience they gain from their work in the United States Attorney's Office.As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.Job DescriptionLaw student externs participate in the work of various Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSA) in the Civil and Criminal Divisions under the guidance of AUSA Field Supervisors. Externs have the opportunity to work on a variety of civil and criminal cases, predominantly conducting legal research and drafting legal memoranda. Depending on the activities of the office at the time, externs may also participate in preparations for, and attend, discovery conferences, depositions, mediations, court hearings, witness interviews, and trials.QualificationsMust have successfully completed at least one year of law school. Must have superior research and writing skills, be detail oriented, be dedicated to upholding and advancing justice and human rights, and have a commitment to fairness and integrity. Must be a United States Citizen.Externs are subject to and must pass a background investigation. This includes fingerprinting, a credit check, and completing a security questionnaire.Application ProcessEach application packet to the United States Attorney's Office must include:A cover letter describing your interest in an externship with the United States Attorney's Office for the Western District of Washington;A resume;Your most recent available academic transcript;Fall Semester: May 15 of the prior SpringSpring Semester: October 15 of the prior FallUniversity of WashingtonInformation on the externship program is posted for each quarter on the UW Career Service's website, SCS Online. Applicants may apply for the position through SCS Online or may apply directly by emailing application materials to from the University of Washington must be received by the following dates:Fall Quarter: May 15 of the prior SpringWinter Quarter: October 15 of the prior FallSpring Quarter: January 15 of the prior WinterExtern Applicants from Non-Seattle area law schoolsFor law students attending a non-Seattle area school who are interested in this Office's externship program, initiate your application through your school's externship office and/or follow the externship office's procedures for applying for an externship. Students may submit their application, along with a copy of their school's externship office placement requirements, to . The application must be received by the Field Supervisors at least three months prior to the school term for which the externship is to begin.Volunteer (uncompensated)Number of Positions: 2 or moreTravel: Minimum travel to other offices in the district.Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses will not be authorized.Equal Employment Opportunity: The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex - including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy status - or because of age (over 40), physical or mental disability, protected genetic information, parental status, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit based factor.Reasonable Accommodations: This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency.Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs: Unless otherwise required by law, the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits employees of the U.S. Department of Justice from inquiring about an applicant's criminal history record, either in writing or orally, before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment.Suitability and Citizenship: It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace and persons selected for employment will be required to pass a drug test which screens for illegal drug use prior to final appointment.Veterans: There is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to attorney appointments in the excepted service; however, the Department of Justice considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in attorney hiring.USAO Residency Requirement: Assistant United States Attorneys must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-11-06