{"id":29339,"date":"2023-09-01T12:38:13","date_gmt":"2023-09-01T17:38:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/memphislawblog.com\/?p=29339"},"modified":"2023-09-01T12:38:13","modified_gmt":"2023-09-01T17:38:13","slug":"u-s-air-force-jag-information","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/memphislawblog.com\/index.php\/u-s-air-force-jag-information\/","title":{"rendered":"U.S. Air Force JAG Information"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AIR FORCE JAG CORPS ATTENTION: <\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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LAW STUDENTS, LAW GRADUATES, AND ATTORNEYS <\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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NOVEMBER 2023 DIRECT APPOINTMENT PROGRAM (DAP) <\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Starting September 1, 2023, apply online at: http:\/\/www.airforce.com\/jag<\/a><\/span>. \u2022 Select \u201cApply for JAG\u201d in the ribbon, then click \u201cApply Now\u201d in the white box. This takes you to the portal where you can start your application! <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Deadlines: <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 October 10, 2023: Deadline for submission of online application <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 November 1, 2023: Deadline for interview with Staff Judge Advocate Eligibility: <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Law students: Must have completed 2\/3 of Juris Doctor credit hours <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Graduates awaiting licensing\/bar exam: Eligible to apply <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Attorneys: Must be a licensed attorney in good standing with the highest court of any state or federal territory <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Have obtained, or will obtain, a Juris Doctor from an ABA approved law school <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Citizen of the United States of America (birth or naturalization) \u2022 Must be able to commission as an officer before the age of 40 Selection Criteria: <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 The Air Force JAG Corps selects applicants based on the \u201cwhole person\u201d concept <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Selection factors include: o Academic performance o Community\/public service o Work experience o Letters of recommendation o Leadership traits o Personal integrity o Extracurricular activities o Awards and honors o Motivation for service o Adaptability\/flexibility o Legal writing\/analytical skills o Fitness o Military records (if applicable) <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Appointment as a judge advocate is contingent upon providing proof of legal licensing and completion of the Air Force medical requirements after selection. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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AIR FORCE JAG CORPS 2024 SPRING EXTERNSHIP PROGRAM <\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
The Air Force Judge Advocate General\u2019s Corps is seeking applications for our 2024 Spring Externship Program. As an extern, you will gain hands-on legal experience in diverse legal practice areas while learning more about the Air Force JAG Corps. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Externs work under attorney supervision at Air Force and Space Force locations throughout the United States in support of numerous practice areas including military justice (criminal law), legal assistance, civil and administrative law, labor and employment law, international and operational law, space and cyber law, contract and fiscal law, medical law, claims and tort litigation, and environmental law. At the conclusion of the program, externs receive an evaluation from their Staff Judge Advocate that may be included in Air Force JAG Corps Entry Program applications, such as the Direct Appointment Program. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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An extern\u2019s duties vary based on location but typically include researching legal issues, writing legal briefs and opinions, assisting with investigations, interviewing witnesses, and performing other tasks as required. Externships are unpaid, but externs may earn academic credit in accordance with their law school externship policies and may be eligible for Federal Work Study through their law school. The Air Force does not pay for housing or travel expenses. Externs must be able to secure their own housing and pay for travel to and from the externship location. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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REQUIREMENTS <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 United States citizen (birth or naturalization) <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Enrolled in an ABA-approved law school <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Able to obtain law school permission for externship (credit is authorized) <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Available to work part time (8+ hours) or full time (for up to 40 hours) per week for 14- 16 weeks <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Able to obtain a Common Access Card through a Tier-1 background investigation <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Application Window: September 1 \u201315, 2023. We will not accept late submissions or applications that do not comply with the below instructions. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Required application documents are as follows (PDFs preferred): <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1. Resume \u2013 Limited to 1 page and must include current contact information and GPAs for undergraduate, graduate (if applicable), and law school. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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2. Motivational Statement \u2013 Limited to 1 page, double-spaced, at least 1-inch margins, and no smaller than 11-point Serif-type font (e.g., Times New Roman). Your motivational statement should explain your interest in the Air Force JAG Corps and how this externship aligns with your personal and professional goals. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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3. Geographic\/Base Preferences Memorandum \u2013 Limited to 1 page. List your anticipated availability (start\/end dates and hours per week). Second, list up to five Air Force\/Space Force base location preferences. Include the specific base and city\/state. You can find base locations at https:\/\/www.airforce.com\/lifestyle\/locations<\/a><\/span> and https:\/\/www.spaceforce.mil\/About-Us\/Space-Force-Locations.<\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Remote externships may be requested but are approved on a case-by-case basis.<\/span> Applicants may include a brief justification for each location preference (optional). Lastly, include the following privacy act waiver statement: \u201cI agree to the use of my Privacy Act Information in the USAF externship application process. I understand those transmitting personal information will exercise caution and adequately safeguard it in accordance with applicable Air Force instructions.\u201d <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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4. Undergraduate, Graduate (if applicable), and Law School Transcripts \u2013 Unofficial copies acceptable. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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5. Writing Sample \u2013 Limited to 5 pages, double-spaced, at least 1-inch margins, and no smaller than 11-point Serif-type font (e.g., Times New Roman). Do not include an introduction or summary page. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Submission instructions: <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1. E-mail all of your application materials to the Air Force JAG Corps, Professional Development Directorate<\/span>, via e-mail at\u00a0af.jag.recruiting@us.af.mil<\/a> by 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) on Friday, September 15, 2023.<\/span> PDFs of documents are preferred. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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2. Use the following Subject line for your submission e-mail: Last Name, First Name, 2024 Spring Externship Application (Law School Year \u2013 i.e. 1L, 2L, or 3L). \u2022 Example: Doe, Jordan, 2024 Spring Externship Application (2L) <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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ONLY APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED DURING THE OPEN APPLICATION WINDOW WILL BE ACCEPTED. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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AIR FORCE JAG CORPS 2024 SUMMER 2L EXTERNSHIP PROGRAM <\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The Air Force Judge Advocate General\u2019s Corps is seeking applications for our 2024 Summer Externship Program. As an extern, you will gain hands-on legal experience in diverse legal practice areas while learning more about the Air Force JAG Corps. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Externs work under attorney supervision at Air Force and Space Force locations throughout the United States in support of numerous practice areas including military justice (criminal law), legal assistance, civil and administrative law, labor and employment law, international and operational law, space and cyber law, contract and fiscal law, medical law, claims and tort litigation, and environmental law. At the conclusion of the program, externs receive an evaluation from their Staff Judge Advocate that may be included in Air Force JAG Corps Entry Program applications, such as the Direct Appointment Program. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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An extern\u2019s duties vary based on location but typically include researching legal issues, writing legal briefs and opinions, assisting with investigations, interviewing witnesses, and performing other tasks as required. Externships are unpaid, but externs may earn academic credit in accordance with their law school externship policies and may be eligible for Federal Work Study through their law school. The Air Force does not pay for housing or travel expenses. Externs must be able to secure their own housing and pay for travel to and from the externship location. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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REQUIREMENTS <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 United States citizen (birth or naturalization) <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Enrolled in an ABA-approved law school \u2022 Complete two academic years of law school by the start of the externship <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Available to work full time for up to 40 hours a week for 8-12 consecutive weeks <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\u2022 Be able to obtain a Common Access Card through a security clearance <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Application Window: September 15 \u2013 30, 2023. We will not accept late submissions or applications that do not comply with the below instructions.<\/span> Required documents (PDFs preferred): <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1. Resume \u2013 Limited to 1 page and must include current contact information and GPAs for undergraduate, graduate (if applicable), and law school. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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2. Motivational Statement \u2013 Limited to 1 page, double-spaced, at least 1-inch margins, and no smaller than 11-point Serif-type font (e.g., Times New Roman). Your motivational statement should explain your interest in the Air Force JAG Corps and how this externship aligns with your personal and professional goals. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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3. Geographic\/Base Preferences Memorandum \u2013 Limited to 1 page. List your anticipated availability (start\/end dates and hours per week). Second, list up to five Air Force\/Space Force base location preferences. Include the specific base and city\/state. You can find base locations at https:\/\/www.airforce.com\/lifestyle\/locations<\/a><\/span> and https:\/\/www.spaceforce.mil\/About-Us\/Space-Force-Locations<\/a><\/span>. Remote externships may be requested but are approved on a case-by-case basis. Applicants may include a brief justification for each location preference (optional). Lastly, include the following privacy act waiver statement: \u201cI agree to the use of my Privacy Act Information in the USAF externship application process. I understand those transmitting personal information will exercise caution and adequately safeguard it in accordance with applicable Department of the Air Force regulations.\u201d <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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4. Undergraduate, Graduate (if applicable), and Law School Transcripts \u2013 Unofficial copies acceptable. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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5. Writing Sample \u2013 Limited to 5 pages, double-spaced, at least 1-inch margins, and no smaller than 11-point Serif-type font (e.g., Times New Roman). Do not include an introduction or summary page. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Submission instructions: <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1. E-mail all of your application materials to the Air Force JAG Corps, Professional Development Directorate<\/span>, via e-mail at\u00a0af.jag.recruiting@us.af.mil<\/a> by 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) on Saturday, September 30, 2023.<\/span> PDFs of documents are preferred. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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2. Use the following Subject line for your submission e-mail: Last Name, First Name, 2024 Spring Externship Application (Law School Year \u2013 i.e. 1L, 2L, or 3L). \u2022 Example: Doe, Jordan, 2024 Spring Externship Application (2L) ONLY APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED DURING THE OPEN APPLICATION WINDOW WILL BE ACCEPTED. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Applicants may also apply to the paid summer internship even if they have already accepted an unpaid externship position. The application window for the paid internship program will be announced on the Air Force JAG Corps social media pages at some future date.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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