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We offer a variety of positions such as Assistant U.S. Attorneys, Paralegals, Legal Assistants and administrative positions in Budget, Procurement, Human Resources, and Information Technology.

Attorney Positions: 

1. Special Assistant United States Attorney, Violent Crime (2 vacancies open)


The Career Opportunities listing for the Department of Justice will provide you with information your resume must contain. An application typically consists of a resume and cover letter, however, some job announcements require specific information. Each announcement should be carefully reviewed to ensure compliance with all requirements of the job vacancy announcement. Applications will be accepted only for currently available positions.

Support Professional Positions: 


The Career Opportunities listing for the Department of Justice will provide you with information your resume must contain. However, some job vacancy announcements will require specific information.  Each announcement should be carefully reviewed to ensure compliance with all requirements of the job vacancy announcement. Applications will be accepted only for currently available positions.

The Attorney General's Honors Program:

Between July 31 and September 5, 2023, HP applicants can apply via the online application here.

The Attorney General’s Honors Program has been recognized as the nation's premier entry-level federal attorney recruitment program.  The Honors Program attracts candidates from hundreds of law schools across the country. Selections are made based on many elements of a candidate’s background, including a demonstrated commitment to government service, academic achievement, leadership, journal, moot court and mock trial experience, clinical experience, past employment, and extracurricular activities that relate to the work of Justice and the relevant component. The Department of Justice seeks high caliber attorneys to advance its' mission and welcomes applications from candidates whose backgrounds reflect the Nation's rich diversity.

Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility is limited to graduating law students and recent law school graduates who entered judicial clerkships, graduate law programs, or qualifying legal fellowships within 9 months of law school graduation and who meet additional eligibility requirements.

Internships/Externships:

Visit our website page for the Fall/Spring Legal Externship Program to learn more. 

Why US? 

  • Interesting and challenged work that has an impact
  • Paid Vacation- 13 days per year at start
  • Paid Sick Days- 13 days per year
  • 10 Paid Holidays per year
  • Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available
  • Student Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Opportunities
  • 25 Federal Employee Health Benefit Program Options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
  • 3 Tiered Retirement Plan: Social Security, Defined Annuity, and 401k with employer match up to 5%
  • Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance
  • Dental (10 options)
  • Vision (8 options)

Justice For All Series:

Take it from us- working at the U.S. Attorney's Office is rewarding, fast-paced, and full of opportunity. See why we love it here:

 

The Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or other non-merit factors.

 

Updated October 17, 2024