Law Student Volunteer, Fall 2024

Full-time

No

Benefits

The USTP offers a flexible telework policy, including two routine telework days per week.

The USTP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from all communities, identities, and backgrounds who share our commitment to public service.

The United States Trustee Program (USTP) is seeking law student volunteers for Fall 2024 to assist in promoting the integrity and efficiency of the bankruptcy system for the benefit of all stakeholders. This is an opportunity for law students to gain hands-on experience in bankruptcy law and work with a national program with 21 regions and 89 field offices. The USTP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcomes applicants from all communities, identities, and backgrounds who share the same commitment to public service.

Organization: United States Trustee Program (USTP)
Job Title: Law Student Volunteer
Experience:
Location: Multiple locations within the United States
Application Deadline: Monday, April 15, 2024

About the Organization:

The United States Trustee Program (USTP) is a litigating component of the Department of Justice (DOJ) with a mission to promote the integrity and efficiency of the bankruptcy system. The USTP has broad administrative, regulatory, and enforcement authorities in bankruptcy cases and is the only participant in the process uniquely positioned to address multi-jurisdictional misconduct and systemic fraud and abuse. The USTP ranks in the top 30 percent of federal agency subcomponents and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Job Description:

USTP offers law student volunteers the opportunity to work in two different offices: the Executive Office for . Trustees (EOUST) and the Field Offices. The EOUST is located in Washington, DC, and interns must be available to work in-person. Interns will work directly with either the Director or the Deputy Director for Field Operations and assist with projects related to consumer and chapter 11 bankruptcy law. Field Office Interns will work in one of the 89 field offices located throughout the country and assist attorneys with various tasks related to bankruptcy court appearances, fraud referrals, and case reviews.

Qualifications:

Successful candidates will be second- and third-year law students with excellent research and writing skills, attention to detail, and a desire to work as part of a small team. Candidates should also be committed to fairness and integrity in the administration of the bankruptcy system. This is an ideal opportunity for students interested in bankruptcy, litigation, administrative law, policy, and legislation.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, current law school transcript, and a legal writing sample (no more than 10 pages) to . Applicants must indicate their preferred location(s) of interest and can choose from the 89 field offices located throughout the country. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and positions may be filled before the final deadline.

Salary and Benefits:

This is an uncompensated volunteer position, but academic credit and transit subsidies may be available. The USTP also offers a flexible telework policy, including two routine telework days per week. The organization is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities. Relocation expenses will not be authorized.

Summary:

- Law student volunteers needed for Fall 2024
- Hiring organization: United States Trustee Program (USTP)
- Job title: Law Student Volunteer
- Experience:
- Location: Multiple locations within the United States
- Application deadline: Monday, April 15, 2024
- About the organization: Promotes the integrity and efficiency of the bankruptcy system for all stakeholders
- Offers a flexible telework policy and ranks in the top 30 percent of federal agency subcomponents
- Job description: Interns will work in either the Executive Office for . Trustees (EOUST) or one of the 89 field offices
- Qualifications: Strong research and writing skills, attention to detail, and commitment to fairness and integrity
- Application process: and indicate preferred location(s)
- Salary and benefits: Uncompensated volunteer position, but may offer academic credit and transit subsidies, and a flexible telework policy
- Organization committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Flexible telework policy, transit subsidies may be available

Research, writing, attention to detail, teamwork, fairness, integrity

Law student

Submit a cover letter, resume, transcript, and writing sample to

Qualification and Experience Second- and third-year law students

Legal