Student Volunteer Intern Positions

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia proudly offers internships that provide undergraduate, graduate, and law students with the chance to gain meaningful hands-on experience in the field of federal legal practice! Each year, we run three vibrant student programs: the Fall Program (September–December), the Spring Program (January–April), and the Summer Program (June–August). While these exciting internships are unpaid, they are rich in learning opportunities.

During the academic year, students are encouraged to commit 16–20 hours per week, with the flexibility to take on more hours if they choose. In the summer, a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week immerses students in this dynamic environment.

Non-law students may engage in essential clerical and support tasks, while law students will dive deeper into the legal process. They can attend depositions, observe court proceedings, summarize transcripts, and actively participate in attorney meetings. Every intern, regardless of background, will also contribute to legal research, document review, and trial preparation.

This internship is a fantastic opportunity to gain rare insights into the criminal justice system, work alongside some of the nation’s esteemed litigators, and receive invaluable mentorship. We cannot wait to welcome you to this inspiring journey!

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

 

Application Deadlines

To be considered for these exciting opportunities, submit your application through the USAJobs listing within the specified timeframes for each program.

• SPRING PROGRAM: The announcement will be posted on USAJobs from August 1 to September 1. The program will start on January 15, 2026, to April 30, 2026.
• SUMMER PROGRAM: The announcement will be posted on USAJobs from February 25 to March 24. The program will start on the first Monday of June and continue until the second week of August.
• FALL PROGRAM: The announcement will be posted on USAJobs from April 9th to May 1st. The Program will start on August 21, 2025, to December 12, 2025.

Qualifications

Applicants with a strong academic background, excellent research and writing skills, an eye for detail, and a commitment to fairness and integrity supporting the administration of justice are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA or a GPA that ranks you in the top half of your class. 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.) Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre-employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation. Applicant must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable. Applicant must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement. The applicant must meet half-time student enrollment requirements and must submit a transcript with the application for proof of enrollment. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age or older.

Enrollment MUST be in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, graduate/professional school, or certificate program equivalent to at least one academic year of full-time study.

Education

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at an institution that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited toward qualifications. A list of schools that meet this criterion is here.

Foreign Education Note: You may use foreign education to meet qualification requirements if you send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency in with your transcript. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence in a timely manner by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found here. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.

Academic Credit
Students may earn academic credit for working at our Office. For information on academic credit programs, please contact your school's placement office.

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Law Student Volunteer (Fall 2025)

College Intern (Non-law Student Volunteer) Fall 2025

SECURITY FORMS

 

The link below has a list of security and administrative forms required for employment for applicants who have tentatively been selected for positions with the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia.

Intern Security & Administration Forms

Withdrawal of an Employment Offer
The Department may withdraw an offer of employment if the suitability inquiry reveals information that precludes a security and/or suitability clearance.

CONTACT

Clayton Cromer
Acting Executive Assistant U.S. for Management
Office: 202-252-6606
ATTN: Felicia Taylor, Internship Program Coordinator
U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Columbia
Patrick Henry Building, U.S. Attorney’s Office
601 D Street NW Washington, DC 20530
Office: 202-252-7276
Email: USADC.InternProgram@usdoj.gov