1. LEGAL INTERN PROGRAM (SPRING, SUMMER
&FALL)EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
COMMISSIONOFFICE OF LEGAL COUNSEL
www.eeoc.gov/eeoc/jobs/intern-olc.cfm
Raymond Peeler, Esq. Submit by Email ONLY:
Office of Legal Counsel Raymond.peeler@eeoc.gov
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
1801 L Street, NW
Washington, DC 20507
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
The Office will hire 2-4 2Ls for its unpaid, full-time, 10-12 week (split Summers may be
permitted) Summer 2013 Legal Intern Program and 2 2Ls, 3Ls or LLMs for each of its
part-time (15 hrs/wk) Fall and Spring Internship Programs. In 2012, 3 were hired for
Summer, out of approx. 250 applicants. The office is composed of 2 programs: the
Coordination and Guidance Program and Legal Services Program. Coordination and
Guidance Program interns perform legal research, assist in drafting policy, and attend
forums covering employment discrimination topics and meetings with other federal
agencies. FOIA program interns review and respond to disclosure requests made pursuant
to FOIA or other disclosure authority; research FOIA issues; and update program staff
regarding any significant cases or changes in FOIA law.
The EEOC brings suits on behalf of alleged victims of discrimination against private
employers and serves as an adjudicator for claims of discrimination brought against federal
agencies. The Coordination and Guidance Program is comprised of 3 divisions: the
Coordination Division, Title VII/ADEA/EPA Division, and ADA/GINA Policy
Division. The Legal Services Program has 2 divisions: Advice and External Litigation
Division and Freedom of Information Act Program. See the website for details about work
of each division.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants should possess strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills; demonstrated
interest in civil rights issues, labor and employment law, and/or public interest law; and
experience with legal writing. Experience drafting legal memoranda, membership on
academic journals, class standing, moot court participation, clinical experience, and other
achievements will also be considered.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit cover letter, resume, 3 references, and 5-10 page writing sample by Mon., Oct. 15,
2012 (Summer) and on a Rolling Basis (Spring and Fall). Interviews are conducted by 2

2. attorneys at the DC office and Equal Justice Works Career Fair, and also by telephone for
Summer, with offers typically extended by mid-November.
05/22/12
INTERN PROGRAM (SPRING, SUMMER &
FALL)FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSIONBUREAU
OF COMPETITION
www.ftc.gov/bc/recruit/summer_program.shtm
Federal Trade Commission Submit by Email ONLY:
Bureau of Competition, Summer Intern bcrecruit@ftc.gov
Program Subject: “[Spring/Summer/Fall] Internship”
Human Resources Management Office
H723
600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20580
202-326-2342
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
The FTC seeks 6-8 1Ls for unpaid and 8 2Ls for paid (GS-9, Step 1) Summer 2013
internships, and 2Ls and 3Ls with backgrounds in Antitrust, Economics, or Finance for
unpaid Spring and Fall internships. Split Summers are permitted, provided a minimum of 8
weeks during the first half of Summer is spent with the FTC. The FTC typically receives 300
applications from 1Ls and over 700 applications from 2Ls. Interns are assigned to 1 of 3
practices: Mergers and Acquisitions, Anticompetitive Practices, or Healthcare
Services. Every effort is made to accommodate interests, but a specific assignment cannot
be guaranteed. Interns draft pleadings, discovery requests and responses; appear in court or
at hearings and depositions with Bureau of Competition attorneys; attend meetings with
parties and their outside counsel; lead interview calls and summarizing findings through
written reports; review documents; research related legal issues; and participate in training
sessions and brown bags on key antitrust issues.
The Bureau employs 180 attorneys who investigate and prosecute unfair methods of
competition, including illegal boycotts, price-fixing, and other types of collusion between
competitors. It also investigates corporate mergers and acquisitions, challenging some as
violations of antitrust laws. The Bureau employs a broad range of enforcement tools,
including litigation in federal district court and before administrative law judges (with appeals
to the 5 Commissioners); files briefs with external courts; obtains consent agreements; and
investigates compliance with or violations of prior FTC orders.

3. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. citizenship is required; candidates with an interest in antitrust, business and
competition, as well as a demonstrated commitment to public interest is desirable. Prior
legal or other work experience, or education in economics or business, is also favorable.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit cover letter (indicate interest in antitrust and Bureau and, for Fall or Spring,
preferred division placement), resume, law school transcript, writing sample (max. 5 pgs.),
and list of 3 references between Aug. 1 and Sat., Sept. 15, 2012 (2Ls) and between Dec. 1
and Fri., Feb. 1, 2013 (1Ls) (Summer), but early for best consideration, as applications are
reviewed on a Rolling Basis; and on a Rolling Basis (Spring and Fall). Interviews will be
conducted telephonically and in person at some On-Campus Recruiting events.
06/04/12
LAW INTERN PROGRAM (SPRING, SUMMER &
FALL)U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITYOFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL
www.dhs.gov/xabout/careers/gc_1287089913359.shtm
Alexandria Edwards Submit by Email ONLY:
U.S. Department of Homeland ogcsummerlawprogram@hq.dhs.gov (Summer)
Security ogcstaffing@dhs.gov (Spring & Fall)
Office of the General Counsel
Mail Stop 3650
Washington, DC 20528
alexandra.edwards@hq.dhs.gov
202-447-3303
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
The OGC seeks 1Ls and 2Ls for its paid (GS-7 - GS-9), 10-12 wk. Summer Law Intern
Program and 2Ls and 3Ls for each of its unpaid Fall and Spring Intern/Extern Programs.
Interns work with 2 or more divisions, including Immigration, Regulatory Affairs,
Operations and Enforcement, Legal Counsel, General Law, Technology Programs, National
Protection and Programs, and Intelligence. They may interact with clients, attend legislative
hearings, and meet with attorneys and representatives from other agencies, and will
participate in an extensive orientation program on other operating divisions within DHS and
with other federal agencies.

4. DHS assists in leveraging federal, state and local government resources, to create a
complementary system for protecting America, without duplicating effort. Its clients include
the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration & Customs
Enforcement, Federal Emergency Management Agency, U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Citizenship
& Immigration Services, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. The OGC employs
1800 lawyers, working in the DC headquarters with subsidiary divisions and legal programs
for 8 Department components. The office provides legal advice to the Secretary and
Department leadership, participates in crafting policy and promulgation of regulations,
reviews proposed legislation, and assists in operational initiative planning.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. citizenship. Min. 3.0 GPA or top 1/3 class preferred; also preferred are exceptional
research, writing and analytical skills, and demonstrated involvement in activities beyond
required coursework.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and list of 3 references for Summer
between Aug. 15, 2012 and Mon., Oct. 1, 2012 (2Ls) and between Dec. 1, 2012 and Sun.,
Dec. 16, 2012 (1Ls); submit cover letter, resume, and writing sample for Spring and Fall on
a Rolling Basis. Hiring decisions for Summer will be made between December and January
for 2Ls and, if space still available, in late January or early February for 1Ls.
08/01/12
VOLUNTEER LEGAL INTERNSHIP
&EXTERNSHIP PROGRAM (SPRING, SUMMER &
FALL)DOJ
www.justice.gov/careers/legal/volunteer-intern.html
Various Locations Nationwide
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
A wide variety of 1L, 2L and 3L academic year and Summer positions are available in DC,
field offices, over 94 U.S. Attorneys’ Offices, and over 52 Immigration Courts with the
Executive Office for Immigration Review. Most positions are volunteer; others offer law
school credit; and a limited number are paid, part-time positions. The Department selects
approximately 800 interns for academic year placements and 1,000 for Summer. Check the
website for detailed information about volunteer opportunities and upcoming vacancies for
specific offices. Each office has different requirements, generally students are asked to
commit to 8 to 10 weeks during the Summer (split Summers are allowed). Interns work up
to 20 hours a week during the academic year.

5. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
Specific hiring criteria vary and are outlined in the “qualifications” section of each
announcement. Must have U.S. citizenship or owe permanent allegiance to the U.S. Dual
citizens considered on case-by-case basis.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Each office conducts its volunteer intern program independently, with varied deadlines and
requirements. Apply directly to each office of interest in response to a specific posting or by
applying directly to any office of interest. See website for information about both
approaches. Department organization in which you are interested that does not have a
listing. Although application requirements vary, offices typically request a resume, cover
letter, and law school transcript. In addition, organizations may request writing sample, list
of references, and/or other information. Most offices have early application deadlines, so
apply 4-5 months in advance of desired start date.
04/05/12
LEGAL INTERN PROGRAM (SPRING, SUMMER &
FALL) U.S. OFFICE OF GOVERNMENT
ETHICSOFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL &
LEGAL POLICY
www.oge.gov/About/Organization/Office-of-General-Counsel---Legal-Policy/
Kerri A. Cox, Associate General Submit by Email ONLY:
Counsel Kerri.cox@oge.gov
U.S. Office of Government Ethics
1201 New York Avenue N.W., Suite
500
Washington, DC 20005
202- 482-9300
NOTE: Details about this program have not been confirmed for 2013. This entry
contains information from last year and will be updated as soon as possible.
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
Last year, the Office sought 3-4 2Ls for its paid Summer 2012 Legal Internship/Externship
Program and 1-2 2Ls or 3Ls for each of its unpaid 2012 Spring and Fall programs. For
Summer 2011, the Office hired 3 paid interns and 2 unpaid externs, out of approx. 350
applications. Interns assist attorneys in providing oral and written advice to senior agency
ethics offices and counselors throughout the Executive Branch; preparing memorandum on
policy and advisory opinions; making presentations to Federal agencies and other
organizations; working with the White House and Executive Branch agencies in reviewing

6. candidates for positions requiring Senate confirmation; drafting legislation and regulations;
formulating ethics and conflict of interest policy for the Executive Branch; and assisting the
OGE Director in the administration of the agency.
The OGC&LP works within the Office of Government Ethics to establish and maintain a
uniform legal framework of government ethics for executive branch employees. It develops
ethics program policies and regulations, interprets laws and regulations, assists agencies in
legal and policy implementations, and recommends changes in conflicts of interest and ethics
statutes. Attorneys provide education and training to the ethics community and the public
and respond to requests for information from the public and the media. The office also
works with more than 130 federal agencies and the White House Counsel's Office on
conflicts of interest and ethics issues related to federal employees appointed by the
President, and on the Administration's ethics agenda and provides legal support for the
agency in the areas of agency management such as personnel, fiscal law and other
administrative law areas. The Legislative Affairs Division provides a liaison to the Congress
and to the Office of Management and Budget.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
Interest in a public service career in public policy and administrative law. Though not
required, past hires have possessed 3.3 GPA or been in top third of their class.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit cover letter, resume, and unofficial law school transcript. Last year, applications
were accepted on a Rolling Basis for Spring and Fall. Last year’s deadline for Summer was
Feb. 3, 2012.
07/25/12
SUMMER INTERN PROGRAMSMALL BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATIONOFFICE OF GENERAL
COUNSEL
www.sba.gov/about-offices-content/1/2466
Summer Intern Program Submit by Email ONLY:
Coordinator OGCRecruiting@sba.gov
Office of General Counsel
Small Business Administration
409 Third Street, SW, 7th Floor
Washington, DC 20416
202-205-6605
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:

7. The OGC seeks approximately 10 1Ls and 2Ls for its 10-week (1st wk June to 1st wk Aug.)
volunteer and paid (depending on budget) Summer 2013 Intern Program. Eleven interns
were hired in 2012 out of 900 applications. Interns perform a variety of legal research and
writing projects; attend meetings and hearings; and have the opportunity to become involved
in trials, if any are in progress. Training is offered, and students attend Supreme Court
hearings, meetings of Small Business Committee of the House of Representatives, and
various social events.
Founded in 1953 as an independent agency of the federal government, the Small Business
Administration has delivered millions of loans, loan guarantees, contracts, counseling
sessions, and other assistance to small businesses. Its mission is to ensure small businesses a
fair proportion of government contracts and sales of surplus properties.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates are screened based on their interest in working for
the Office.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript, and writing sample (max. 10 pgs.)
on Rolling Basis after Mon., Dec. 31, 2012, but early for best consideration. Interviews
will be conducted in-person and telephonically, with offers extended from 2 days to 4
months after interview.
07/16/12
LAW STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
(SPRING, SUMMER & FALL)TRANSPORTATION
SECURITY ADMINISTRATIONOFFICE OF CIVIL
RIGHTS AND LIBERTIES, OMBUDSMAN
&TRAVELER ENGAGEMENT
www.tsa.gov
Student Internship Coordinator Submit by Email ONLY:
Office of Civil Rights and Liberties Marian.bennett@dhs.gov
Transportation Security
Administration
TSA-6, West Tower, 3rd Floor
601 South 12th Street
Arlington, VA 22202-4204
571-227-1917

8. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
The Office of Civil Rights seeks 5-8 1Ls and 2Ls for its volunteer Law Student Internship
Program. Internships are available in a variety of locations such as (with 2012 hiring
numbers included) Assistant Administrator for Civil Rights and Liberties, Ombudsman and
Traveler Engagement (1); Disability and Multicultural Division (3); Office of
Finance/Administration – Claims Management Branch/Office of Financial Management (2);
Civil Rights Division – Equal Employment Opportunity Management Branch (4); and
Ombudsman Division (1). In Summer 2012, 80-90 applications were received. The
program typically runs from mid-May to August, with flexible dates, and split Summers are
permitted. Interns rotate through the divisions and handle a wide variety of assignments
including research and writing, attending agency meetings, visiting the Supreme Court, and
attending Congressional hearings.
The Office is charged with enforcing laws concerning employment discrimination as it
relates to all of TSA’s hiring practices, programs, and activities. It has 6 divisions: Informal
Complaint, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Formal Complaint, External Complaint and
Compliance, Affirmative Employment and Diversity Emphasis, and Executive Support.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. citizenship required. A strong interest in civil rights and liberties coupled with excellent
written, oral communication, and listening skills are crucial.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit cover letter, resume, writing sample (up to 5 pages double-spaced), and list of 2
references (including phone numbers) on a Rolling Basis, but early for best consideration,
as selections are typically made by mid-March. The Office conducts telephonic interviews
only; offers are typically extended within 2 weeks of interview.
07/30/12
GENERAL COUNSEL INTERNSHIPS (SPRING,
SUMMER & FALL)U.S. AGENCY FOR
INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTOFFICE OF
GENERAL COUNSEL
http://transition.usaid.gov/careers/gcintern.html
Submit by Mail and Delivery: Submit by Email (Preferred):
U.S. Agency for International mfittipaldi@usaid.gov
Development
Office of the General Counsel
Room 6.06.091
1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

9. Washington, DC 20523-6601
202-712-5389 (Mark Fittipaldi)
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
The Office will hire 6-8 1Ls and 2Ls for its full-time (40 hrs/wk) Summer and 2Ls and
3Ls for its part-time (min. 15 hrs/wk) Spring and Fall Internship Programs. In 2012, 6
interns were hired for Summer from approximately 500 applications. Internships are for 3-4
months and interns perform general legal research and writing for staff attorneys and are
included in bi-weekly staff meetings during which current issues relating to USAID in
general and to specific foreign assistance programs are presented. Placements are in one of
10 divisions: Acquisition and Assistance; Africa; Asia/Middle East; Democracy, Conflict and
Humanitarian Assistance;Ethics and Administration; Europe and Eurasia; Global
Health/Economic Growth, Agriculture and Trade; Latin America and the Caribbean;
Legislation and Policy; and Litigation and Enforcement.
USAID administers the federal government's economic and humanitarian foreign assistance
program. The OGC provides legal advice and guidance for all of the Agency's operations
worldwide.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
Must be U.S. citizen and must successfully obtain security clearance, which can take up to 3
months.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Send cover letter (indicating dates of availability) and resume on a Rolling Basis but at least
3 months in advance of desired start date. All interviews are conducted telephonically, and
offers are extended shortly thereafter.
06/12/13
SUMMER ASSOCIATE PROGRAMGOVERNMENT
ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICEOFFICE OF GENERAL
COUNSEL
http://gao.gov/careers/index.html
Submit by Mail and Delivery: Submit by Email (Preferred):
Christine Davis legalcareers@gao.gov
Assistant General Counsel for Operations
U.S. Government Accountability Office
441 G Street, NW
Washington, DC 20548
202-512-8290

10. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
The Office will hire 4-5 2Ls for its paid ($1290/wk), 10-week (May - Sept.) Summer 2013
Associate Program. In 2012 approximately 1,000 applications were received, but budget
constraints prohibited hiring. Students work for equal periods in 2 of the OGC’s attorney
teams, conducting legal research and writing. They may be given primary responsibility for
all legal aspects of a project and may also participate in private meetings with members of
Congress and exclusive tours of the Supreme Court.
The GAO is an independent, nonpartisan agency which studies how the federal government
spends taxpayer dollars, evaluates federal programs, audits federal expenditures, and issues
legal opinions. It advises Congress and heads of executive agencies about how to make
government more effective and responsive. The OGC performs a wide variety of services,
including reviewing legislative proposals, reporting to Congress on proposed rescissions and
deferrals of government funds, preparing reports on all major rules for Congressional
committees, and resolving bid protests which challenge government contract awards. The
Office employs approximately 130 attorneys.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates are evaluated based on individual experiences and
interests, academic achievement, and commitment to public service.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit resume, brief writing sample, and law school transcript between Mon., July 23, 2012
and Sat., Sept. 1, 2012, but earlier for best consideration as hiring decisions are made on a
Rolling Basis. Senior executives review screened applications and initial interviews are
conducted by telephone or on-site at the school or DC office. Offers are typically extended
within 1 month of interview.
06/26/12
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SUMMER INTERN AND FALL & SPRING EXTERN
PROGRAMSDEPARTMENT OF STATEOFFICE OF
THE LEGAL ADVISER (CIVIL)
www.state.gov/s/l/3190.htm

11. Office of the Legal Adviser Submit by FAX: Submit by Email (Preferred):
L/EX Room 5519 202-736-7508 legaljobs@state.gov
U.S. Department of State
Washington, DC 20520-6419
202-647-8323
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
The Office seeks 12-14 2Ls for its 2012 Summer Intern Program (min. 6 weeks, May to
September, split Summers encouraged). In 2012, 12 Summer Interns were hired from
approximately 500 applications. Summer Interns are assigned to 2 different functional
offices to ensure they receive broad exposure to the various facets of government law
practice and may take advantage of programs and activities sponsored by the Department,
the Federal Bar Association, the Department of Justice, and others. Externs are assigned to
a single section, but may receive projects from other practice areas. Assignment preferences
are considered at the interview stage, and students are given the same level of work as junior
attorney-advisers. The work is varied and, in addition to topics directly related to the civil
functions of the State Department, includes contracts, employment, labor, and procurement
law.
The Office furnishes advice on domestic and international legal issues arising in the course
of the Department's work. This includes assisting in the formulation and implementation of
U.S. foreign policy, and promoting the development of international law and its institutions
as a fundamental element of those policies.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and list of 3 professional or academic
references by Sat. Sept. 1, 2012 (Summer); Sun., Mar. 31, 2013 (Fall); and Fri., May 31,
2013 (Spring 2014). The Department participates in on-campus recruiting at 15 law school
campuses; selected candidates from those interviews and from other applicants nationwide
will be invited to interview in DC (at candidate’s expense). Telephonic interviews are not
permitted. After interviews, the Recruiting Committee forwards recommendations to
management for final hiring decisions. Successful applicants are notified by December 15th,
but employment is contingent upon receipt of a secret-level security clearance, which takes 3
to 6 months to complete.
06/29/12
SUMMER LAW INTERN PROGRAM (SLIP)U.S.
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
www.justice.gov/careers/legal/summer-intern.html
Summer Law Electronic Submission ONLY:
Intern Program www.avuedigitalservices.com/casting/aiportal/control/mainmenu?agency=d

12. Attorney ojoarm
General’s (Create user profile and password)
Honors
Program
Office of
Attorney
Recruitment
and
Management
Washington,
DC 20530-
0001
202-514-3397/
202-616-2113
(TDD) for
accommodatio
ns
Deana
Willis 202-
514-1175
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
DOJ seeks 70-90 2Ls and 3Ls entering judicial clerkship or full-time LLM program in
Fall 2012 for its paid (GS-7 Step 1 - 2Ls; GS-11 Step 1 - 3Ls) Summer Law Intern
Program. Split Summers with a firm or between 2 DOJ organizations are permissible;
however, students must work minimum of 6-8 weeks and agree to mutually convenient
start/exit dates. Participation in SLIP improves chances of acceptance into Honors
Program. On the application, students may indicate a preference for the following
components (projected hiring shown in parenthesis; see web for full details): Antitrust
(28); Civil (3); Executive Office for Immigration Review (16); Federal Bureau of Prisons (8);
Professional Responsibility Advisory Office (1); Tax (5); U.S. Attorney’s Office for District
of Wyoming (1-4); U.S. Attorney’s Office for Southern District of Alabama (1). Most, but
not all, positions are in DC. Participating informally, but not necessarily following timelines:
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (1); U.S. Attorney for Middle District
of Pennsylvania (2); U.S. Attorney’s Office for Western District of New York (1); Office of
Legal Counsel (2 - only 3Ls entering JLC); Office of Solicitor General (3 – only 3Ls entering
JLC).
The DOJ, administered by the U.S. Attorney General, is responsible for investigating and
prosecuting violations of federal laws; representing the U.S. in all legal matters, including
those before the Supreme Court; enforcing immigration laws and processing applications for
citizenship; and maintaining the federal prison system and community programs.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

13. Must have U.S. citizenship or owe permanent allegiance to U.S. Dual citizens considered on
case-by-case basis. Selection is based on many factors, including academic achievement,
writing skills and experience (e.g, journals), ability to reason independently and creatively
(e.g., moot court), clinical/volunteer and work experience relating to DOJ’s work,
commitment to its mission, extracurricular activities indicating legal acumen, and well-
rounded background. Prior to appointment, satisfactory background investigation and drug
testing are required.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit electronic application between Tues., July 31, 2012 and Tues., Sept. 4,
2012 (midnight Eastern). Applicants are encouraged to include information about their
interests and motivations to distinguish themselves within the candidate pool. Receipt of
application will be confirmed. Finalists will be notified in early October and hiring
components may request writing sample, resume, and/or transcripts prior to or at the time
of interview. Interviews are conducted telephonically, through video-conferencing, or in field
offices (at candidate’s expense) from mid-October to early November. Most offers are
extended from Mid-November to January.
04/13/12
LEGAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (SPRING,
SUMMER & FALL)OVERSEAS PRIVATE
INVESTMENT CORPORATIONDEPARTMENT OF
LEGAL AFFAIRS
www.opic.gov/careers/internship/legal
Overseas Private Investment Electronic Submission ONLY:
Corporation www.opic.gov/careers/internship/legal/apply
Legal Intern Program
Coordinator
1100 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20527
202-336-8683
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
The Department seeks 6 1Ls and 2Ls for its unpaid 12-week Summer 2013 Legal Internship
Program and 2-3 2Ls and 3Ls for volunteer, part-time internships in each of the Fall and
Spring semesters. Split Summers may be approved on a case-by-case basis. For Summer
2012, 7 interns were hired, out of more than 275 applications. Interns may be assigned legal
research and writing projects in the following areas of law: corporate, administrative, public,
international, insurance, banking, and finance. Every effort is made to match assignments to
interns’ areas of interest. Interns will be exposed to structuring project financing, assessment
of political risks, and evaluation of claims in connection with OPIC’s insurance contracts.

14. OPIC is a small, independent governmental agency that encourages American business
investment in developing nations. It provides investors with project financing, insurance,
and a variety of investor services in 150 developing nations and emerging economies. The
Department’s 20 attorneys negotiate bilateral agreements with individual countries and
represent OPIC in negotiations as needed after agreements are in place. They draft project
finance and investment funds legal documentation; review political risk insurance contracts;
negotiate with investors and provide counsel on finance, funds and insurance transactions;
determine liability and compensation in claims on OPIC insurance policies; and represent
OPIC in arbitration.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates should have an outstanding academic record; demonstrated interest in finance
and international law and development, including an academic or employment background
in banking, finance, and international affairs; and superior writing ability. Applicants must
be U.S. citizens and never have been convicted of a felony.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Between Sept. 1, 2012 and Wed., Oct. 31, 2012 (Spring); between Nov. 1, 2012 (2Ls) or
Dec. 1, 2012 (1Ls) and Tues., Jan. 15, 2013 (Summer); and from May 1, 2013 to Thurs.,
Aug. 1, 2013 (Fall); submit cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample. Applications are
reviewed by the Internship Coordinator and finalists are interviewed over the
telephone. Selections for Summer will be made by the end of February.
07/03/12
VOLUNTEER LAW INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
(SPRING, SUMMER & FALL)DEPARTMENT OF
COMMERCEOFFICE OF CHIEF COUNSEL FOR
INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE
www.commerce.gov/os/ogc/international-commerce
U.S. Dept. of Commerce Submit by FAX: Submit by Email:
Office of Chief Counsel for 202-482-4076 occic@doc.gov
International Commerce (Subject: “Spring, Summer or (Subject: “Spring, Summer or
14th and Constitution Avenue, Fall 2013 Internship”) Fall 2013 Internship”)
NW
Washington, DC 20230
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
The OCC-IC seeks 2Ls and 3Ls for 2 full or part-time 12-week volunteer internship in each
of the Spring and Fall semesters and 1Ls and 2Ls for 2 full-time 10-week Summer volunteer

15. internships. Interns conduct legal research and analysis, draft documents, participate in
client and interagency meetings, and meet regularly with supervising attorneys to discuss
their progress.
The Department’s mission is to advance economic growth, jobs, and opportunities and has
cross cutting responsibilities in the areas of trade, technology, entrepreneurship, economic
development, environmental stewardship, and statistical research and analysis. The OCC-IC
provides legal advice to the International Trade Administration on international trade,
investment, export promotion and antitrust matters. Its 11 attorneys also work closely with
the Office of U.S. Trade Representative, State Department, other government agencies and
the private sector.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
The ideal candidate will have a background or demonstrated interest in international trade
and investment law. U.S. citizenship is required.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit cover letter, resume, writing sample (5-10 pages, preferably on an international law
subject) and law school transcript by Fri., Nov. 16, 2012 (Spring); Fri., Dec. 28, 2012
(Summer); and Fri., June 28, 2013 (Fall). The office may accept applications later,
through the OGC’s recruitment process, but there is a preference for the earlier
deadline. Telephonic interviews are available, but in-person interviews are preferred.
05/18/12
VOLUNTEER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (SPRING,
SUMMER & FALL)INTERNATIONAL TRADE
ADMINISTRATION
www.ita.doc.gov/hrm/unpaidstudentinternships.pdf
International Trade Submit by Email ONLY:
Administration unpaidstudentinternship@mail.doc.gov
U.S. Department of Commerce (in Word or PDF)
Office of Strategic Resources
14th & Constitution Ave. NW,
Room 2006
Washington, DC 20230
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
The Office seeks 1Ls (Summer only), 2Ls, 3Ls, and other Undergraduate and Graduate
Students for each of its Spring, Summer, and Fall Volunteer Internship Programs. Interns
conduct research and analyze regulatory, trade, and investment issues; help prepare briefing

16. papers, memos, and other materials for senior officials; prepare responses to internal and
external clients; and track deadlines and upcoming trade events. They are assigned to 1 of 5
units: Import Administration; Market Access and Compliance; Manufacturing Services;
Trade Promotion and the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service; Executive Administration.
The ITA works to strengthen competitiveness of U.S. industry (at home and abroad),
promote trade and investment, and ensure fair trade through the enforcement of trade laws
and agreements. It also helps improve the global business environment. Currently, the ITA
is working on the President’s economic recovery agenda and the National Export Initiative
to sustain economic growth and support American jobs.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. citizenship is required and applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicants
must work well in team environment, have strong oral and written communication
skills, be detail-oriented, able to multi-task and meet tight deadlines. International
experience (education, travel and employment) and foreign language skills are a plus,
but not required.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript (listing current cumulative GPA and
number of credit hours taken) by Fri., Nov. 30, 2012 (Spring); Sat., Mar. 30, 2013
(Summer); and Tues., July 30, 2013 (Fall). Candidates are notified of receipt of
application. In-person and telephonic interviews will be conducted and offers are typically
made within 1 week of interview.
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STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (SPRING,
SUMMER & FALL)OFFICE OF THE U.S. TRADE
REPRESENTATIVE
www.ustr.gov/Who_We_Are/USTR_Student_Internship_Program.html
Ms. Taiwo Carmichael Submit by FAX: Submit by Email (Preferred):
Office of the U.S. Trade 202-395-9677 ustr_hr@ustr.eop.gov
Representative
Human Resources - Intern
Coordinator
1724 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20508
202-395-7360
NOTE: Details about this program have not been confirmed for 2013. This entry
contains information from last year and will be updated as soon as possible.

17. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM:
Last year the Office sought 30-40 undergraduate and graduate students, including 1Ls and
2Ls, for each of its Spring, Summer and Fall 2012 volunteer Student Internship
Programs. In Summer 2011, 38 students were selected out of approximately 400 applicants;
15 were law students. The program runs a minimum of 6-8 weeks from May to
August. Dates are flexible, but split Summers are discouraged. Assignments range from
research, analysis, statistics, meeting and conference planning, briefing books, report
preparation, and letter writing to covering Hill meetings, hearings, and markups. Based on
need, interns will be placed in 1 of the following DC offices: General Counsel;
Congressional Affairs; Western Hemisphere; Europe and the Mediterranean; Japan; China;
Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation; World Trade Organization and Multilateral Affairs;
Industry; Agricultural Affairs; Public Affairs; Intergovernmental Affairs; Environment and
Natural Resources; Services, Investment, and Intellectual Property; as well as in the Geneva
office.
The U.S. Trade Representative is a cabinet-level Presidential appointee working as the trade
advisor to the President. The Office employs 200 people, assists with U.S. trade matters,
and helps form bilateral and multilateral trade agreements.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates must successfully pass security clearance prior to
beginning employment.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Submit resume, cover letter (stating availability, approx. number of hrs/wk, reason for
applying, and expectations, as well as areas of interest within USTR). A writing sample may
be required at a later date. Last year, recommended deadlines were Nov. 30, 2011 (Spring);
Mar. 15, 2012 (Summer); and Aug. 15, 2012 (Fall 2012), but applications were still accepted
after these dates. Interviews are conducted in person (preferred) or telephonically for out-
of-area candidates. Offers are typically extended within 6-8 weeks of receipt of application.
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