Law Student Volunteer Summer 2027

Hiring Organization

USAO Western District of Pennsylvania

Location:

700 Grant Street

Pittsburgh, PA 15219 - United States

Application Deadline:

Saturday, January 30, 2027

About the Office

The United States Attorneys Office for the Western District of Pennsylvania (USAO) is an energetic and collegial office which represents the United States in all criminal prosecutions and civil and appellate litigation in the Western District of Pennsylvania. The Western District of Pennsylvania consists of 25 counties in the western part of the state; its main office is in Pittsburgh, with staffed branch offices in Erie and Johnstown.

Job Description

Interns are routinely assigned to perform legal research and writing assignments in federal civil, criminal or appellate cases. Interns work closely with AUSAs on case development and formulation of legal strategy. While interns are not permitted to conduct proceedings in federal court, they are afforded the opportunity to attend and observe various court proceedings.

Minimum weeks required: 6 - 8 weeks.

Internship location: Pittsburgh, PA (10).

Qualifications

First-year (second semester) and second-year law students are encouraged to apply. Must be a current student to apply. Graduates are not eligible. Superior research and writing skills, an eye for detail, a desire to work as a part of a team of professionals, and a commitment to fairness and integrity in the administration of justice are essential. Must be a U.S. citizen. There is a required background check due to the sensitive nature of the work performed in a United States Attorney's Office. Drug use in the past 12 months, or problems with credit will disqualify applicants due to background requirements.

Application Process

Cover letter and resume (not to exceed two pages) should be sent to [email protected] with the subject of "Legal Intern" by 1/30/27 at 5pm EST.

2027 ATTN: AUSA Nicole Stockey.

Salary

Volunteer (uncompensated). Course credit and work-study credit is possible depending on school requirements.