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USAO SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA – LAW INTERN PROGRAM [DEADLINE: FEB. 2, 2016]
The USAO for the Southern District of Florida is responsible for investigating and prosecuting federal crimes and representing the U.S. in civil matters in the district. The office also represents the U.S. in appeals before the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. Interns are assigned to one section within the Civil or Criminal Divisions of the office for the duration of the semester. Within their respective sections, Interns receive a variety of assignments and have the opportunity to work with numerous AUSAs. The goal of the Office is to introduce interns to the federal legal system, to develop and refine their legal research and writing skill, and above all to make their time at the office enjoyable and worthwhile.
Interns in the SDFL will assist AUSAs with trial preparation, legal research and drafting of court pleadings suitable for filing in the U.S. District Court. Interns will also work with AUSAs on a variety of subject matters within the section to which they are assigned. Interns are strongly encouraged to attend and observe court proceedings and to attend office training programs.
Who: 1L (second semester) 2L and 3L law students with strong academic record. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. Applicant must pass a required background check due to the nature of the work performed at the USAO (this check can take up to three months to complete). There are 8-16 volunteers projected.
Where: Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach, FL
When: 240 hours, 8-10 weeks (Summer)
Requirements:
Submission components: (1) Cover letter (include location of preference), (2) resume, (3) transcript (official or unofficial), (4) legal writing sample (5-10 pages), and (5) dates of availability.
- Send to: InternProgram@usdoj.gov
In the subject line include the semester applying for, Summer Internship.
It is best to send all documents in .PDF format.
Complete details: Available @ justice.gov/legal-careers/job/law-student-volunteer-academic-year-26
Additional information: Available @ justice.gov/usao-sdfl
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