Volunteer Law Student

Summary

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao

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Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates

03/11/2024 to 04/01/2024

• Salary

$0 - $0 without compensation

• Pay scale & grade

GS 00

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Locations

4 vacancies in the following locations:

• Bismarck, ND 2 vacancies

• Fargo, ND 2 vacancies

• Remote job

No

• Telework eligible

No

• Travel Required

Not required

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

• Appointment type

Internships -

• Work schedule

Part-time

• 24 Hours

• Service

Competitive

• Promotion potential

00

• Job family (Series)

0999 Legal Occupations Student Trainee

• Supervisory status

No

• Security clearance

Not Required

• Drug test

No

• Position sensitivity and risk

Moderate Risk (MR)

• Trust determination process

Suitability/Fitness

• Announcement number

24-ND-12347591-DE

• Control number

780775500

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This job is open to

• Students

Current students enrolled in accredited educational institutions from high school to graduate level. Includes internships, pathways and other student programs.

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Duties

The District of North Dakota is seeking motivated and outstanding Law Student Interns for its 2024 Internship Program to be conducted during the Summer 2024 Semester. The start dates of internships are negotiable; - however, we ask that our interns commit to eight to ten consecutive weeks, working a minimum of 24 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

An internship with the U.S. Attorney's Office offers a unique and challenging experience for the highly motivated law student: an opportunity to work on some of the most significant, complex and visible cases being litigated today. Working with Assistant U.S. Attorneys and other staff, you will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce federal criminal and civil laws that protect life, liberty and property of citizens. The United States Attorney's Office serves as the principal litigator for its judicial district and is responsible for coordinating multiple agency investigations within the district. The United States Attorney has the responsibility and authority to prosecute violations of Federal criminal statutes, defend the government in civil actions, seek the enforcement of a variety of civil enforcement statutes, and institute proceedings for the collection of fines and penalties.

Typical assignments for law student interns involve all facets of case preparation including: researching legal issues, drafting/writing motions, responses, and various pleadings; providing trial support, interviewing witnesses; and assembling exhibits for trial. Interns are generally afforded extensive opportunities to attend trials, hearings, attorney conferences, meetings, and other legal proceedings. Students who satisfy Student Practice Rule 1.4 of the Local Rules of the United States District Court for the District of North Dakota may appear in court under the direct supervision of a supervising attorney. In addition, interns may attend depositions, meetings with agents, and accompany the attorney to observe court proceedings.

Practice Areas:

Civil Litigation

Criminal Litigation

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.

• Background Investigation, credit check, and fingerprinting required.

• You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.

• You must meet half-time student enrollment requirements.

• You must submit a current transcript or proof of enrollment with your application.

• You must be at least 16 years of age or older.

• You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

• A legal writing sample is required.

Qualifications

To be eligible for this internship ALL of the following requirements must be met:

• Law Student Status: Acceptance of applications for this announcement will be limited to first year (second semester), second-year, and third-year law students. Law school graduates are not eligible for law student volunteer positions. An eligible student is an individual who is enrolled in law school pursuing a Juris Doctor Degree and is taking at least half-time academic course load in an accredited university. Successful candidates must have outstanding academic records, superior writing skills, and be in good academic standing at his/her university.

• Citizenship: Student Interns must be United States citizens or owe permanent allegiance to the United States. (Currently, natives of American Samoa, Swains Island and certain inhabitants of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands are the only groups that owe permanent allegiance to the United States.)

• Background Investigation: You must successfully complete a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.

• Volunteer Agreement: All interns are required to sign the Participant Agreement.

• You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Education

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at an institution that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see http://www.ed.gov.

Foreign Education Note: You may use foreign education to meet qualification requirements if you send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency in with your transcript. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.

Additional information

Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized.

A benefits package is not authorized for this position.

Veterans' Preference

• If you are entitled to Veterans' Preference, you must indicate the type of preference you are claiming by checking the appropriate box in the assessment questionnaire to indicate your preference and submit the required veterans' preference documentation as specified in the, "Required Documents" section of this vacancy announcement.

Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Federal Agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

EEO Statement: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a parent, genetic information, disability, age, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.

Diversity Statement: 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.

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• Benefits

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine how well you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement.