Civil Rights Contacts, Pre-Interview Submissions (Honors & Summer Law Intern Programs) and Honors Program Interview Information

Contacts: Diane Turner (202-532-5178), Diane.M.Turner@usdoj.gov or Colby Shearer (202-305-5718), Colby.Shearer2@usdoj.gov

Interview Information: The Civil Rights Division will interview applicants virtually. Candidates should follow instructions from the Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management (OARM) regarding interview scheduling.  OARM will notify candidates of their interview day and time.  The Civil Rights Division will send interviewees supplemental information, including the interview link, in advance of the scheduled interview.

Pre-Interview Submissions: The Civil Rights Division requests a writing sample and current resume. 

• Submission Deadline: Within 3 business days following notification of selection for an interview.
• Format: Adobe Acrobat PDF
• Type of Writing Sample: Interview candidates should submit one writing sample only, not to exceed 15 pages.  The writing sample should be of sufficient length to demonstrate the candidate’s legal writing abilities.  An excerpt from a longer piece is acceptable. The sample should be the candidate’s exclusive work, unedited by third parties.
• Submission Method: Submit by e-mail as an attachment to: Diane.M.Turner@usdoj.gov and Colby.Shearer2@usdoj.gov. The email subject line should include the candidate’s name followed by "HP Submissions," (e.g., A.B. Candidate – 2024/2025 HP Submissions) 

Special Instructions:  Information about the Civil Rights Division can be found at http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/index.php.