Job Description
Students must be able to commit to a minimum of 8-10 weeks.
The United States Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Oklahoma is seeking law student volunteers for the Spring 2025 semester. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to work closely with federal prosecutors on a variety of challenging projects and cases involving federal criminal law issues. This internship is open to all full-time second or third-year law students with excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills, and a fundamental knowledge of criminal law and procedure. The internship will last for 8-10 weeks and will provide students with the opportunity to attend criminal trials and hearings in Federal court, as well as work with various federal, state, and tribal law enforcement agencies. The internship will be held at the USAO Northern District of Oklahoma, located in Tulsa, OK.
About the Organization
The USAO Northern District of Oklahoma is the principal litigator for the United States of America in the Northern District of Oklahoma. The office is responsible for prosecuting all criminal and civil cases brought by the federal government and defending the United States when it is a party in a civil case. The office handles a diverse caseload, including violent crime, drug and money laundering activities, corporate and financial fraud, computer fraud, environmental crime, public corruption, and crimes in Indian Country. The office values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBT individuals, and persons with disabilities.
Responsibilities
As a law student volunteer, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and cases involving federal criminal law issues. Your responsibilities may include:
- Conducting legal research and drafting legal memoranda on topics such as 4th Amendment search and seizure issues, federal Indian law, and due process. - Assisting federal prosecutors in the U.S. Attorney's Office with various tasks and projects. - Attending criminal trials and hearings in Federal court with prosecutors. - Interacting and working with various federal, state, and tribal law enforcement agencies.
Qualifications
To be considered for this internship, you must meet the following qualifications:
- Must be a full-time second or third-year law student. - Must have excellent academic credentials. - Must have strong writing skills. - Must have a fundamental knowledge of criminal law and procedure. - Must be a U.S. citizen and pass a background investigation.
Application Process
To apply for this internship, please submit the following materials via email to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** by November 15, 2024:
- Resume with a cover letter. - Official transcript. - Writing sample (optional). - Dates available.
Salary and Benefits
This is an unpaid internship; however, academic credit may be available for students at their school's discretion. The internship will last for 8-10 weeks and will provide students with valuable hands-on experience in federal criminal law and procedure.
Overall, this internship at the USAO Northern District of Oklahoma is an excellent opportunity for law students to gain practical experience and develop their skills in a diverse and inclusive work environment. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in public service.
