Not later than October 9, 2009

Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat PDF, or Word Perfect

Interview candidates should submit one writing sample only, not to exceed 15 pages in length.  An excerpt from a longer piece is acceptable.  The sample should provide evidence of the candidate’s skills in legal analysis and writing.  It should represent the candidate’s own work, without extensive editing by anyone else. 

Submit by writing sample and transcript by e-mail as an attachment to: atr.personnel@usdoj.gov. If transcript cannot be sent via e-mail, it can be faxed to (202) 514-0580.

All writing sample submissions should include a standard subject line formatted as:
HP Writing Sample – Name of Candidate

For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” should read:
HP Writing Sample – J.Q. Candidate

Candidates should place their name in the top right-hand corner of the documents. 

Submit both documents by interview date (interviews may be in-person or by telephone).

Paper copies if brought to interview.  Fax copies accepted.  If submitted via e-mail, use Word, Word Perfect or Adobe Acrobat format.

1.  Legal analysis writing sample not to exceed 10 pages in length. Do not submit work that has been heavily edited by others. Extracts from an article, brief, or memorandum are acceptable. If the work is authored by more than one person, the candidate should highlight the portions that he or she authored.

2.  Copy of law school transcript  (unofficial accepted).

Documents may be delivered at in-person interviews.  For telephone interviews, submit as follows:

• Via e-mail to chief-counsel-internships@atf.gov (ensure subject line includes your name and the program you are interviewing for); or


• Via fax to (202) 648-9620 (Ensure fax cover sheet includes your name and the program you are interviewing for.)

Candidates should place their names on the upper right-hand corner of the first page of the writing sample.

Not later than four business days following notification of selection for an interview.

Microsoft Word or Word Perfect or Adobe Acrobat PDF

Interview candidates should submit one writing sample only, not to exceed 15 pages in length. An excerpt from a longer piece is acceptable. The sample should provide evidence of the candidate's skills in legal analysis and writing. It should represent the candidate's own work, without extensive editing by a third party.

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to:  Civil.HP-SLIP@usdoj.gov

The email subject line should include the candidate’s name and the letters “HP” or the words “Honors Program”

For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” should read:
HP Writing Sample – J.Q. Candidate

The document submitted should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner.  Each candidate selected for interview must also submit an electronic copy of his/her resume, in addition to the writing sample.  The resume should be submitted to the e-mail address listed above.

Within 3 business days following notification of selection for an interview.  

Microsoft Word or Word Perfect

Interview candidates should submit one sample only, of sufficient length to demonstrate the candidate’s writing abilities.  The sample should be the candidate’s exclusive work, unedited by third parties

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to:  Harry.Vickers@usdoj.gov 

The email subject line should include the candidate’s name and the letters “HP” or the words “Honors Program”

For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” should read:
Honors Program Writing Sample – J.Q. Candidate

The document submitted should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner and indicate that it is for the Honors Program. 

No later than October 1, 2009 at midnight (Eastern Standard Time).

Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, or Adobe Acrobat

Electronic Resume (PDF is ok)
and
Legal analysis writing sample not to exceed 10 pages in length.  Please do not submit work that has been heavily edited by others.  Extracts from an article, brief, or memorandum are acceptable.  If the work was authored by more than one person, the candidate should highlight the portions that he or she authored.

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to: crmwritingsamples@usdoj.gov.

All submissions should include a standard subject line formatted as:
Writing Sample/Resume – Name of Submitter
For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” should read:
Writing Sample/Resume – J.Q. Candidate

Candidates should place their name on the upper right-hand corner of the sample.  

Not later than 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time), Wednesday, October 7, 2009.

Microsoft Word

Interview candidates should submit two writing samples.  The samples should be original pieces that have not been extensively edited by a third party (e.g., not a heavily-edited law review article or a judicial opinion).

Submit the writing samples, résumé, and transcript by e-mail as attachments to: Mary.E.Bittner@usdoj.gov

The email subject line should reflect: “Honors Program:” and include the candidate’s name.

For example, documents submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” could read: Honors Program (J.Q. Candidate)

Hard copies should be sent to Mary Ellen Bittner, Chief Administrative Law Judge, Office of Administrative Law Judges, DEA, 8701 Morrissette Drive, Springfield, VA 22152.

The documents submitted should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner.  Candidates should ensure their full name and law school are on the transcript.

As soon as possible but not later than five days following notification of selection for an interview.

Microsoft Word or Word Perfect or Adobe Acrobat

Interview candidates should submit one sample only reflecting the candidate’s best writing.  The sample should be an original piece of the candidate’s choice, not too lengthy, and should not have been extensively edited by a third party (e.g., not a heavily-edited law review article or a judicial opinion).

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to:  Marcia.Burke@usdoj.gov or to Janelle.Marshall@usdoj.gov.
The email subject line should reflect:  “Writing Sample – Honors Program.”  
For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” could read:
Writing Sample – Honors Program (J.Q. Candidate)

The document submitted should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner. 

Not later than 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time), Wednesday, October 7, 2009.

Microsoft Word or Word Perfect

Interview candidates should submit one writing sample only, not to exceed 15 pages.  The sample should be an original piece that has not been extensively edited by a third party (e.g., not a heavily-edited law review article or a judicial opinion).

Submit writing sample by e-mail as an attachment to: EOIRhonors.writingsamples@usdoj.gov

The email subject line should reflect: Honors Program Writing Sample.  For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” could read: “Honors Program Writing Sample (J.Q. Candidate).”

The document submitted by e-mail should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner.  EOIR will collect the candidate’s transcript at the interview. Candidates should ensure their full name and law school is on the transcript.

As soon as possible but not later than three days following notification of selection for interview.

Microsoft Word, Word Perfect or Adobe Acrobat

Interview candidates should submit one sample only reflecting the candidate’s best writing.  The sample should be an original piece of the candidate’s choice, not more than 10 pages in length. 

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to:  mmcbride@bop.gov

The email subject line should state  “Honors Program Writing Sample” and include the submitter’s name. 
For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” could read:
Honors Program Writing Sample – J.Q. Candidate

The document submitted should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner. 

As soon as possible but not later than five days following notification of selection for an interview.

Microsoft Word, Word Perfect or Adobe Acrobat

Interview candidates should submit one sample only reflecting the candidate’s best writing. The sample should be an original piece of the candidate’s choice, not more than 10 pages, and should not have been extensively edited by a third party (e.g., not a heavily-edited law review article or a judicial opinion).

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to: Tammy.Green@usdoj.gov or
Kia.Johnson@usdoj.gov

The email subject line should reflect: “Writing Sample – Honors Program” and the candidate’s name.

For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” could read: Writing Sample – Honors Program (J.Q. Candidate)
For example, a sample submitted by “Jane Q. Candidate” should read:
Honors Program Writing Sample – Jane Q. Candidate

The document submitted should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner.

As soon as possible but not later than 5 days following notification of selection for an interview.

Microsoft Word, Word Perfect or Adobe Acrobat

None requested.  Résumé only.

Submit by e-mail to Betsy Henthorne at Betsy.L.Henthorne@usdoj.gov

Candidates should ensure the subject line includes their name and identifies them as Honors Program interview candidates. 

Please submit within 3 days following notification of selection for an interview.

Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, or Adobe Acrobat PDF (strongly encouraged)

Interview candidates should submit one writing sample only, reflecting his or her best writing.  The sample should be an original piece – if possible, an advocacy piece (e.g., a brief or motion) – and not one extensively edited by a third party (e.g., not a heavily-edited law review article or judicial opinion). 

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to:  Taxhonors@usdoj.gov.

All email writing sample submissions should include a standard subject line formatted as:
Honors Program Writing Sample –Candidate First and Last Name

For example, a sample submitted by “Jane Q. Candidate” should read:
Honors Program Writing Sample – Jane Q. Candidate

Candidates should place their name in the top right-hand corner of the writing sample.   The Division prefers candidates to e-mail their transcript to the address above, but if that is not possible, candidates can mail a transcript to the U.S. Department of Justice, Tax Division, Attn: Connie Adkins, Human Resources Specialist, P.O. Box 813, Washington, DC 20044.  Candidates must ensure that their full name and law school are on the transcript.  Candidates who mail a transcript must also bring a copy to the interview in case there are delays in delivery.

As soon as possible after notification of selection for an interview. 

Hard copy print version (no electronic submission)

Interview candidates should submit one sample only, of sufficient length to demonstrate the candidate’s writing and analytical abilities.  The sample should be the candidate’s exclusive work, and should not have been extensively edited by a third party.  Candidates who have published writings on legal topics (e.g., books, law review articles, etc.) should include a list giving full citations, dates, and a general description of the subject matter.

Submit by mail, along with a cover letter, resume, and a transcript to:

George Cardona
United States Courthouse, 12th Floor
312 North Spring Street
Los Angeles, California  90012.

Candidates must attach a cover letter, current resume, and a law school transcript to the writing sample, and indicate that he or she was selected for an Honors Program interview. 

As soon as possible after notification of selection for an interview. 

Hard copy print version (no electronic submission)

Interview candidates should submit one sample only, of sufficient length to demonstrate the candidate’s writing and analytical abilities.  The sample should be the candidate’s exclusive work, and should not have been extensively edited by a third party.  Candidates who have published writings on legal topics (e.g., books, law review articles, etc.) should include a list giving full citations, dates, and a general description of the subject matter.

Submit by mail, along with a cover letter and a resume to:

Renee Miranda
Southern District of California
880 Front Street, Room 6293
San Diego, CA 92101-8893

Candidates must attach a cover letter and current resume to the writing sample, and indicate that he or she was selected for an Honors Program interview. 

As soon as possible after notification of selection for an interview.

Hard copy printed version (no electronic submission)

Candidates for interview should submit one writing sample only, not exceeding 10 pages in length to demonstrate the candidate’s skills in legal writing and analysis.  The sample should be the candidate’s exclusive work and should not have been extensively edited by anyone else.  Candidates who have published writings on legal topics (e.g., books, law review articles, etc.) should include a list giving full citations, dates, and a general description of the subject matter.

Submit complete package by mail to:

Jacqueline Novas
Special Counsel to the USA
350 Chardón Street
Torre Chardón, Suite 1201
San Juan, PR  00918

Complete package consists of the cover letter specifying that the application is for the Honors Program, resume, writing sample, and transcript.

Writing samples and transcripts will be collected at the time of the interview.

Microsoft Word or Word Perfect

Interview candidates should submit one writing sample only, reflecting his or her best writing. 

Submit in printed format at the time of the interview. 

Candidates should place their name in the top right-hand corner of the writing sample document. 

Not later than October 9, 2009

Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat PDF, or Word Perfect

Interview candidates should submit one writing sample only, not to exceed 15 pages in length. An excerpt from a longer piece is acceptable. The sample should provide evidence of the candidate’s skill in legal analysis and writing. It should represent the candidate’s own work, without extensive editing by anyone else.

Submit a writing sample and transcript by e-mail as an attachment to: atr.personnel@usdoj.gov. If transcript cannot be sent via e-mail, it can be faxed to (202) 514-0580.

All writing sample submissions should include a standard subject line formatted as: SLIP Writing Sample – Name of Candidate

For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” should read: SLIP Writing Sample – J.Q. Candidate

Candidates should make sure their full name and school appears on top left hand side of the documents. 

Submit both documents by interview date (interviews may be in-person or by telephone).

Paper copies if brought to interview.  Fax copies accepted.  If submitted via e-mail, use Word, Word Perfect or Adobe Acrobat format.

1.  Legal analysis writing sample not to exceed 10 pages in length. Do not submit work that has been heavily edited by others. Extracts from an article, brief, or memorandum are acceptable. If the work is authored by more than one person, the candidate should highlight the portions that he or she authored.

2.  Copy of law school transcript  (unofficial accepted).

Documents may be delivered at in-person interviews.  For telephone interviews, submit as follows:

• Via e-mail to chief-counsel-internships@atf.gov (ensure subject line includes your name and the program you are interviewing for); or


• Via fax to (202) 648-9620 (Ensure fax cover sheet includes your name and the program you are interviewing for.)

Candidates should place their name on the upper right-hand corner of the first page of the writing sample.

Not later than four business days following notification of selection for consideration for employment. 

Microsoft Word or Word Perfect

Interview candidates should submit one writing sample only, not to exceed 15 pages in length. An excerpt from a longer piece is acceptable. The sample should provide evidence of the candidate's skills in legal analysis and writing. It should represent the candidate's own work, without extensive editing by a third party.

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to:  Civil.HP-SLIP@usdoj.gov  

The email subject line should read “SLIP Writing Sample.” 
For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” should read:
SLIP Writing Sample – J.Q. Candidate

The document submitted should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner and indicate that it is for the Summer Law Intern Program. 

Within 3 business days following notification of selection for consideration for employment.  

Microsoft Word or Word Perfect

Interview candidates should submit one sample only, of sufficient length to demonstrate the candidate’s writing abilities.  The sample should be the candidate’s exclusive work, unedited by third parties

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to:  Harry.Vickers@usdoj.gov 

The email subject line should include the candidate’s name and the letters “SLIP.”
For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” should read:
SLIP Writing Sample – J.Q. Candidate

The document submitted should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner and indicate that it is for the Summer Law Intern Program. 

The Civil Rights Division will conduct SLIP interviews by telephone.

Not later than 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time), Wednesday, October 7, 2009.

Microsoft Word or Word Perfect

Interview candidates should submit one writing sample only, not to exceed 15 pages.  The sample should be an original piece that has not been extensively edited by a third party (e.g., not a heavily-edited law review article or a judicial opinion).

Submit writing sample by e-mail as an attachment to: EOIRhonors.writingsamples@usdoj.gov

The email subject line should reflect: Honors Program Writing Sample.  For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” could read: “Honors Program Writing Sample (J.Q. Candidate).”

The document submitted by e-mail should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner.  EOIR will collect the candidate’s transcript at the interview. Candidates should ensure their full name and law school is on the transcript.

Not later than five business days prior to the interview date

Microsoft Word or Word Perfect

Candidates selected for consideration for employment should submit one sample only reflecting the candidate’s best writing.  The sample should be an original piece of the candidate’s choice, not more than 10 pages in length. 

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to:  mmcbride@bop.gov

The email subject line should reflect:  “SLIP Writing Sample” and include the candidate’s name. 
For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” could read:
SLIP Writing Sample -J.Q. Candidate

The document submitted should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner. 

Not later than one week following notification of selection for consideration for employment. 

Microsoft Word or Word Perfect

Interview candidates should submit one sample only, not to exceed 15 pages in length, reflecting the candidate’s best writing.  The sample should be an original piece – if possible, an advocacy piece such as a brief or motion, legal memorandum, or an early draft or a published note or article.  The submission should not be extensively edited by a third party (e.g., not a heavily-edited law review article or a judicial opinion).

Submit writing samples by e-mail as an attachment to:  Maria.McClam@usdoj.gov

The email subject line should include the candidate’s name and the phrase “SLIP Writing Sample”
For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” should read:
SLIP Writing Sample – J.Q. Candidate. 

Submit transcripts by e-mail to the same address if possible.  If e-mail submission of transcripts is not possible, it can be faxed or mailed to:  Maria.McClam, 1425 New York Avenue, NW, Suite 12000, Washington, D.C.  20530, (Fax) (202) 353-7483.

The writing sample document submitted should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner. 

To be provided at the time the candidate is contacted for a telephone interview.

Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, or Adobe Acrobat PDF (strongly encouraged)

Candidates who are notified of selection for consideration for employment will be asked to provide a writing sample prior to a telephone interview.  The candidate will be given the email address to use for submission upon being contacted for the interview.  The sample should reflect his or her best writing and be an original piece – if possible, an advocacy piece (e.g., a brief of motion) – and not one extensively edited by a third party (e.g., not a heavily-edited law review article or judicial opinion.) 

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to the address provided when contacted for a telephone interview.  All submissions should include a standard subject line formatted as:

SLIP Writing Sample –Candidate First and Last Name

For example, a sample submitted by “Jane Q. Candidate” should read:
SLIP Writing Sample – Jane Q. Candidate

Candidates should place their name in the top right-hand corner of the document and indicate that it is for the Summer Law Intern Program.  The Division prefers candidates to e-mail their transcript to the address provided, but if that is not possible, candidates can mail a transcript to the U.S. Department of Justice, Tax Division, Attn: Connie Adkins, Human Resources Specialist, P.O. Box 813, Washington, DC 20044.  Candidates who mail a transcript must also bring a copy to the interview in case there are delays in delivery.

Not later than five business days following notification of selection for consideration for employment.

Microsoft Word or Word Perfect

Interview candidates should submit one sample only, not to exceed 15 pages in length, reflecting the candidate's best writing. The sample should be an original piece - if possible, an advocacy piece such as a brief or motion, legal memorandum, or an early draft of a published note or article. The submission should not be extensively edited by a third party (e.g., not a heavily-edited law review article or a judicial opinion).

Submit by e-mail as an attachment to:  Christopher.Bernschein@usdoj.gov.

The email subject line should read “SLIP Writing Sample.” 
For example, a sample submitted by “J.Q. Candidate” should read:
SLIP Writing Sample – J.Q. Candidate

The document submitted should contain the candidate’s name at the top, right corner and indicate that it is for the Summer Law Intern Program.  The District of Wyoming will interview by telephone and will contact candidates directly.