VOLUNTEER LAW CLERK

Job Description

Job Ttitle: VOLUNTEER LAW CLERK

Company: Federal government of the United States


Description: SummaryThe Northern District of Florida is seeking outstanding candidates for a Summer Legal Internship to assist in our mission. The internship will begin in the Summer of 2025. The start and end dates are negotiable. We ask that our interns commit to at least 8-10 weeks of service.For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys’ Offices, visit .As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.Overview

• Accepting applications

Open & closing dates12/20/2024 to 02/15/2025Salary$0 – $0 without compensationPay scale & gradeGS 00LocationsFew vacancies in the following locations:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typeTemporaryWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potential00Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement number25-FLN-12653176-DEControl number825473300This job is open toClarification from the agencyAll United States Citizens and NationalsDutiesAssignments include, but are not limited to, drafting responsive motions, dispositive motions, memorandum of law, and appellate briefs. The interns become familiar with the Federal Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure, the Federal Rules of Evidence, the local rules of practice for the Northern District of Florida District Court, and the local and Federal rules of Appellate Procedure. In addition, interns may attend dispositions, meetings with Agents and accompany attorneys to observe court proceedings.Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.RequirementsConditions of Employment

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
• You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
• You must submit a transcript or proof of enrollment with your application.
• You must be at least 16 years of age or older.

QualificationsTo be eligible for this internship ALL of the following requirements must be met:

• Student Status: Acceptance of applications for this announcement will be limited to second and third-year law students. An eligible student is an individual enrolled in law school pursuing a Juris Doctor degree. Successful candidates must have outstanding academic records, superior writing skills and be in good academic standing at his/her university. Student interns must be United States Citizens.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

• Grade Point Average: You must have at least a 2.5 GPA.
• Citizenship: Student Interns must be United States citizens or owe permanent allegiance to the United States. (Currently, natives of American Samoa, Swains Island and certain inhabitants of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands are the only groups that owe permanent allegiance to the United States.)
• Background Investigation: You must successfully complete a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.

EducationAll academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, seeOREducation completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials.More information may be found at .All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.Additional informationPayment of relocation expenses will not be authorized.A Benefits Package is not authorized for this position.Veterans’ Preference – If you are entitled to Veterans’ Preference, you must indicate the type of preference you are claiming by checking the appropriate box in the assessment questionnaire to indicate your preference and submit the required veterans’ preference documentation as specified in the, “Required Documents” section of this vacancy announcement.Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See .Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Federal Agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.EEO Statement: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a parent, genetic information, disability, age, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.Diversity Statement: As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

• Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .

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Location: Gainesville, FL

Date: Sun, 22 Dec 2024 06:58:56 GMT


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