POST GRADUATE JOBS FOR THE CLASS OF 2018:<\/p>\n
U.S. Department of Justice , ENVIRONMENT & NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION, HONORS PROGRAM (*Please note that they consdider the “whole candidate,” not just grades*).<\/p>\n
Many distinguished attorneys began their careers through the Attorney General\u2019s Honors Program — the largest and most prestigious federal entry-level attorney hiring program of its kind. ENRD is an enthusiastic participant in the Attorney General\u2019s Honors Program.<\/p>\n
Eligibility for the Honors Program
\nEligibility is generally 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 [see below].<\/p>\n
Selection Criteria
\nJustice takes pride in the fact that WE CONSIDER THE “WHOLE CANDIDATE\u201d when making selections for employment. Selections are made based on many elements of a candidate\u2019s background including a demonstrated commitment to government service, academic achievement, leadership, law review or moot court experience, legal aid and clinical experience, past employment, and extracurricular activities that relate to the work of Justice and the relevant component.<\/p>\n
Every year the Department hires a significant number of entry-level attorneys through the Honors Program. Selectees represent diverse backgrounds and interests, and come from law schools throughout the country. The Honors Program is centrally managed by the Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management, but each participating component reviews the applications submitted and makes independent hiring decisions.<\/p>\n
How to Apply
\nCandidates interested in starting their career as an entry-level attorney with Justice must apply through the Attorney General\u2019s Honors Program via an on-line application. For employment in 2018, the application opens on July 31, 2017, and closes on September 5, 2017. We highly recommend that applicants read the application tips and checklist [see below] and assemble requested information before starting the online application [see below]. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please
\ncontact Deana Willis at (202) 514-3397 for assistance. For technical assistance in submitting your application, please contact the AVUE Help Desk via Live Chat at the top right of the screen within the AVUE Platform (available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 8 p.m., Eastern Daylight Time).<\/p>\n
Key Dates
\n\u2022 July 31: Application Period Opens
\n\u2022 September 5: Application Deadline
\n\u2022 Late September: Interview candidates selected
\n\u2022 Mid-October \u2013 early November: Main Honors Program interview period
\n\u2022 Late November \u2013 February: Offers Extended
\nImportant Links<\/p>\n
\u2022 Eligibility Requirements \u2022 Application Tips and Checklist \u2022 Salaries, Promotions, and Benefits \u2022 Interviews \u2022 Online Application Applications for the Honors Program 2017-2018 will open on July 31, 2017 and close on September 5, 2017.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n SUMMER 2018 CLERKSHIPS for\u00a02Ls:<\/p>\n The Environment and Natural Resources Division of the Department of Justice litigates in five key areas: pollution, lands and natural resources, wildlife, Indian resources, and land acquisition. Attorneys represent many federal agencies by preparing and arguing civil and criminal enforcement cases, appeals, and by defending challenged federal agency actions arising from well over 100 federal environmental laws. Cases are at the cutting edge of environmental and natural resources practice. The Division\u2019s work protects our environment for future generations.<\/p>\n We offer opportunities for internships in our offices in Washington, DC; Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; Sacramento, CA; Boston, MA; and Seattle, WA.<\/p>\n Numbers of positions vary according to location and semester. Projected No. of Volunteers: Assignments: Salary: Volunteer (without compensation; pro bono hours available from Memphis Law); transit reimbursement available.<\/p>\n Minimum Weeks Required: Summer \u2013 8 weeks (full summer strongly preferred). School year \u2013 complete semester or quarter, according to individual law school requirements.<\/p>\n Qualifications: First-year (second-semester), second-year and third-year law students are eligible to apply. Joint degree and LL M students are also eligible to apply, provided they meet the eligibility requirements set forth below. First-year, first-semester law students may apply after December 1st for internships the following summer. The Department follows the National Association of Law Placement guidelines that prohibit employer contact with first-year (first-semester) students regarding summer employment prior to that date. Law students may work in volunteer positions only while attending law school. Law school graduation terminates eligibility, except for graduate law students enrolled at least half time and who are not practicing law. ENRD prefers students with strong academic qualifications, research and writing skills, and those who have an interest in litigation, environmental law, and\/or public interest law. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and successfully complete a security clearance prior to appointment. Applicants must have been residents of the United States for 3 of the previous 5 years prior to applying, with exceptions made for active duty military and Foreign Service employees.<\/p>\n To Apply: Information on Spring, Summer, and Fall volunteer internship opportunities in Washington, D.C. are posted at www.justice.gov\/enrd\/internships<\/a> and are advertised through the Symplicity job posting service (available in most law school placement offices)<\/p>\n Questions about this program may be directed to recruitment.enrd@usdoj.gov.<\/p>\n Washington, D.C. Application Deadlines: Fall: Applications for Summer: Applications for Summer are accepted from 2Ls from August 1st \u2013 September 7th of the year prior (i.e., for Summer 2018, applications will be accepted from August 1st \u2013 September 7th of 2017) and December 1st \u2013 January 5th ((i.e., for Summer 2018, applications will be accepted from December 1st, 2017 \u2013 January 5th, 2018). 1Ls may apply only during the December 1st \u2013 January 5th period.<\/p>\n During those dates, you may also apply for a volunteer legal internship in Washington, DC by submitting via email to applyintern.enrd@usdoj.gov the following materials:
\nhttps:\/\/www.justice.gov\/legal-ca\u2026\/honors-program-eligibility<\/a><\/p>\n
\nhttps:\/\/www.justice.gov\/lega\u2026\/application-tips-and-checklist<\/a><\/p>\n
\nhttps:\/\/www.justice.gov\/\u2026\/attorney-salaries-promotions-and-\u2026<\/a><\/p>\n
\nhttps:\/\/www.justice.gov\/legal-car\u2026\/honors-program-interviews<\/a><\/p>\n
\nhttps:\/\/www.avuedigitalservices.com\/\u2026\/aip\u2026\/control\/mainmenu\u2026<\/a><\/p>\n
\nENRD Recruiting Brochure On-screen reading version and printable version are available at www.justice.gov\/enrd\/internships<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\n50 – Available positions vary according to semester and location.<\/p>\n
\nAssignments will vary. In general, interns assist the Division\u2019s trial lawyers in preparing cases for filing and supporting the litigation effort post-filing, and assist the Division\u2019s appellate lawyers in researching issues on appeal. Responsibilities typically include conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, discovery, and memoranda of law dealing with a variety of federal environmental and natural resource issues. The Division handles cases covering a broad spectrum of issues including the listing of endangered species and civil and criminal enforcement of federal pollution control laws. An internship provides an outstanding opportunity to work on cutting edge issues of environmental law. For more information about the nine litigating sections of ENRD, please review the ENRD recruiting brochure above.<\/p>\n
\nWashington, DC:
\nBeginning in 2014, ENRD has streamlined its application process for Washington, DC internship applications.<\/p>\n
\nFall semester are accepted from March 1st \u2013 April 22nd of the same year. Spring: Applications for Spring semester are accepted from August 1st \u2013 September 25th of the year prior (i.e., for Spring 2018, applications will be accepted from August 1st \u2013 September 25th of 2017)<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Section application form (posted at www.justice.gov\/enrd\/internships<\/a>)
\n\u2022 Cover letter stating hours\/days available to work;
\n\u2022 Resume (which includes your country of citizenship);
\n\u2022 Writing sample;
\n\u2022 Copy of your most recent transcript (official or unofficial);
\n\u2022 Three references with contact information, including telephone and email (letters of recommendation not required); and
\n\u2022 Specify the year and term (i.e., Summer 2017) that you\u2019re applying for in your application and in the subject line of your application email. You must apply separately for each term.
\nPositions will be filled on a rolling basis.
\nField Office:<\/p>\n