This position is located in the Office of Commissioner Geoffrey Starks, located in Washington, DC.Relocation expenses will not be paid.    

Duties

Interns will work on the full range of communications and technology topics handled by the Commission to advance the policy goals of empowering consumers, increasing all communities' access to affordable broadband, and digital equity.

Requirements

• Be a law degree seeking student.
• Suitable for employment as determined by a background investigation.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Must submit a cover letter which describes your interest in the position.
• Education-Transcripts Required
• Financial Disclosure may be required.

Qualifications

First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students pursuing their J.D. are encouraged to apply. Superior research and writing skills, an eye for detail, a desire to work as part of a team of professionals. Excellent opportunity for students with a background and interest in broadband, communications, and media equity. A degree seeking student in the field of Law and have completed one to two years of study toward law degree. Enrolled in a school that has been accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Enrolled at least half-time as defined by your school. Be in good academic standing (i.e., must have at least a 3.0 GPA or its equivalent). Students must provide a Cover Letter describing their interest in the position. US Citizen or if you are not a citizen you must meet one the following criteria:  1. owe permanent allegiance to the United States (for example, natives of American Samoa and Swains Island); 2. be a lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B); or 3. be admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or have been granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and have filed a declaration of intention to become lawful permanent resident and then citizen when eligible. GS-07:  Completed one full academic year of graduate level education toward a law degree. GS-09:  Completed two full academic years of graduate level education toward a law degree. Education requirements must be met prior to appointment.  Updated transcript is required to verify requirements have been met.

Education

Enrolled and pursuing a law degree.

Contacts

• Address Federal Communications Commission 45 L Street NE Washington, District of Columbia 20554 United States
• Name: Vicky Torres
• Phone: 202-418-0737
• Email: [email protected]