Law Student - Government in Washington, DC

Government

Washington, DC

Law Student - Government in Washington, DC

Law Student

Max 3 yrs required

No

Please submit the following materials to :
1. A cover letter;
2. A resume;
3. A writing sample;
4. A copy of your law school transcript;
5. Your availability; and
6. The name and contact information of two professional references.

**Please note that OSC cannot provide compensation for these positions.



Law Clerk Opportunities for Spring Term

Are you a law student looking for a challenging and rewarding experience? The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is currently accepting applications for our Spring Law Clerk Program. This program provides an immersive and valuable experience for students interested in administrative law and government oversight and accountability.

Key Information:

- Term: Spring
- Minimum Hours: 16
- Applications Accepted: Deadline: November 1
- Program Begins/Ends: January-May

Roles and Responsibilities:

As a law clerk at OSC, your duties will depend on the assigned Program Office. You may be placed in one of the following offices based on your skill set, past work experience, and interest:

- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Unit: Conducts mediation for selected PPP and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Act cases, as well as serves as experts in negotiation, communication, and settlement. You will be involved in all stages of mediation, from determining suitability to assisting OSC neutrals during the process.
- Other Program Offices: Responsibilities will vary based on the office's function and your skills and interests.

Requirements and Qualifications:

To be considered for this program, you must have taken a mediation course or have equivalent experience. Additionally, we are looking for motivated law students who are interested in pursuing a career in administrative law or government oversight and accountability.

Benefits of the Program:

- Year-round remote and in-person training opportunities
- Possibility for course credit or as part of a law school's work-study program
- 10-week immersive program for Summer Law Clerks
- Exposure to other small agencies and Merit System Protection Board (MSBP) hearings
- Insight into the role of attorneys in the public sector

Application Process:

If you missed the deadline, don't worry! You can still submit your application for consideration. We accept applications on a rolling basis. To apply, please email the following materials to :

1. A cover letter
2. A resume
3. A writing sample
4. A copy of your law school transcript
5. Your availability
6. Two professional references

Please note that these positions are unpaid.

Join our team at OSC and gain valuable experience in administrative law and government oversight. Apply now for our Spring Law Clerk Program!