Are you looking for a meaningful internship that will give you a competitive edge, marketable experience, and knowledge of the Federal Government while making a difference in people's lives? Check out the challenging opportunities available at the Office of Administrative Law Judges for the Federal Maritime Commission. We are seeking motivated students who love challenge, can bring fresh perspectives, and innovative solutions to the office and agency!

Duties

The Office of Administrative Law Judges (OALJ) internship is designed to provide law students with the opportunity to work directly with Administrative Law Judges on pending cases. The work normally assigned to a law student volunteer includes: Researching and analyzing legal decisions, opinions, rulings, memoranda, and other legal material. Independently reviewing evidence and analyzing relevant facts; Preparing legal memoranda or draft orders on assigned questions; Proofreading and cite checking legal memoranda, orders, and decisions; and Assisting the office with case management and procedures. This position will be open until filled or until March 27, 2024, whichever comes first.

Requirements

Qualifications

All applicants must meet the basic requirements to be considered eligible by the close of this announcement. You must be a United States Citizen and at least 18 years old; AND Enrolled as a student on at least a half-time basis and as defined by your law school and be in good academic standing as defined by your educational institution; AND Submit proof of student eligibility and enrollment for the duration of the student volunteer opportunity. Students must maintain student eligibility and enrollment throughout the duration of the student volunteer opportunity and must be actively enrolled at an accredited law school. Students who have graduated or will graduate prior to the completion of the Student Volunteer Program commitment are ineligible to participate without proof of future enrollment at an accredited educational institution. Specific work schedules vary and will be set upon selection. Education must be from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants should report only attendance and/or degrees from accredited institutions. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Office of Administrative Law Judge 800 North Capitol Street, NW Suite 1088 Washington, DC 20573 US
• Name: Vicky Schenck
• Phone: (202) 523-0213
• Email: [email protected]