Government

San Jose, CA, United States

Volunteer Legal Intern - Academic Year - Criminal Division

Law Student

Full-time

No

Volunteer Legal Intern - Criminal Division - Academic Year Hiring Organization: USAO Northern District of California Hiring Office: Criminal/Civil Division - San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose Job Title: Volunteer Legal Intern Experience: Completed one year of an ABA accredited law school Salary: Unpaid Location: San Francisco/Oakland/San Jose, CA - United States Application Deadline: Friday, November 15, 2024 About the Organization: - The USAO Northern District of California prosecutes all federal crimes in the region, including economic, cyber security, narcotics, and other federal crimes. - The Civil Division represents the United States and its departments and agencies in civil proceedings filed in federal court. - Approximately 130 AUSAs work across the Criminal and Civil Divisions in three offices: San Francisco, San Jose, or Oakland. Internship Details: - Interns can express interest in multiple divisions/offices but will be assigned to one. - The program is in-person and interns are required to be in the office. Remote work is not available. - Assignments may include legal research, writing pleadings, trial preparation, and completing appellate briefs. - Interns are encouraged to observe court proceedings and attend meetings with client agencies. - Minimum hours: 16 hours per week during school-year terms, 40 hours per week during summer. - Interns must complete a background check before beginning employment. - . citizenship is required. Qualifications: - Completed one year of an ABA accredited law school before beginning the internship. - Enrolled in an accredited law school at least half-time during school-year terms. - Must be a . citizen. Application Process: - Submit a resume, cover letter, current law school transcript, and writing sample to the division(s)/branch(es) of your choice. - Email your application to and indicate your division(s)/office(s) preference and desired timeframe for the internship. - Application deadline: Friday, November 15, 2024. Department Policies: - Equal Employment Opportunity: The Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. - Reasonable Accommodations: The agency provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. - Outreach and Recruitment for Qualified Applicants with Disabilities: The Department encourages qualified applicants with disabilities to apply for positions. - Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs: The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits inquiries about an applicant's criminal history record before a conditional offer of employment is made. - Suitability and Citizenship: Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a background investigation. . citizenship is required for some positions. - Veterans: Veterans' preference eligibility is considered 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. For further information and to apply, visit the Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships page on the Department of Justice website. Application deadline: Friday, November 15, 2024.

Submit a resume, cover letter, current law school transcript, and writing sample to the division(s)/branch(es) of choice. Email applications to USACAN.InternProgram@usdoj.gov and indicate division(s)/office(s) preference and desired term of service in the subject line.

Qualification and Experience Completion of one year of ABA accredited law school, enrollment in an accredited law school at least half-time during school-year terms, background check, U.S. citizenship.

Legal

Christopher F. Jeu
Assistant United States Attorney
Department of Justice - United States Attorneys' Office Northern District of California
Heritage Bank Building
150 Almaden Blvd., Suite 900
San Jose, CA 95113