Closing Date: 1st December, 2025
Description:
Job Description:Law Student Volunteers at the Enforcement & Affirmative Litigation Branch will:
- Work closely with Branch attorneys on a broad range of challenging and substantive assignments.
- Conduct legal research projects related to the enforcement of federal laws and regulations—covering issues such as:
- Unlawful prescribing or dispensing of opioids and other controlled substances;
- Unfair and deceptive trade practices;
- Data privacy and identity protection;
- Adulterated, counterfeit, or misbranded food, drugs, tobacco products, and medical devices;
- Hazardous and unsafe consumer products;
- Enforcement of statutory and regulatory compliance; and
- Litigation to enjoin state or local interference with federal functions.
- Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
- Assist with factual investigations, discovery, and trial preparation.
- Attend and observe court hearings, strategy meetings, and attorney conferences.
- Gain exposure to collaborations with federal partner agencies, including the FDA, FTC, CPSC, DOT, DEA, USDA, HUD, and DOL.
- Participate in presentations about recent cases by Branch attorneys.
- Join Department-wide training programs and special intern events designed to enhance professional development.
Qualifications:
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must be currently enrolled at least half-time in an accredited law school as a second- or third-year (2L or 3L) student during Fall 2025.
- Must have completed at least one year of law school by the internship start date.
- Must successfully complete a federal background investigation.
- Current second-year law students are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Unfortunately, graduates are not eligible for this position.
- Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical and writing abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Top third of law school class preferred; however, the Branch considers the candidate's entire background and relevant experience when assessing applications.
