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SEO friendly job title: Fall Legal Internship at FTC's Health Care Division

H1: Join the FTC's Health Care Division as a Fall Legal Intern

H2: Gain Hands-On Experience in Competition Law and Litigation

Organization: Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

Department: Health Care Division

Salary: Unpaid (course credit required)

Experience: Second or Third-Year Law Students

The Federal Trade Commission's **Members Only** offers an exciting opportunity for second and third-year law students with an interest in competition law and litigation. The Fall Legal Internship program, based at the FTC's Washington, . offices, provides students with the chance to work closely with experienced attorneys, economists, and other investigative staff on a variety of projects and cases.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct legal and factual research
- Interview witnesses
- Write legal memoranda
- Prepare documents and exhibits

Application Process:

- Fall semester internships: applications accepted from late January to early April
- Spring semester internships: applications accepted from early September to early November
- Interviews and offers on a rolling basis
- Submit application materials directly to the department of interest

Application Requirements:

- Cover letter
- Resume
- Law school transcript
- Maximum seven-page writing sample (excerpts acceptable)
- Three academic and/or professional references

Salary Information:

- Unpaid internship
- Course credit required
- Contact law school for details and requirements

Eligibility:

- . citizens only

About the Health Care Division:

The Health Care Division of the FTC is responsible for enforcing antitrust laws in the health care industry. This includes reviewing mergers and acquisitions, investigating anti-competitive practices, and bringing enforcement actions to protect competition and consumers. The division also provides guidance and education on competition issues in the health care sector.

Internship Details:

- Semester program (Fall or Spring)
- Part-time (minimum of 16 hours per week) or full-time (preferred) positions available
- Gain hands-on experience in competition law and litigation
- Work closely with experienced attorneys, economists, and investigative staff
- Opportunities to conduct research, interview witnesses, and write legal memoranda
- Develop skills in document preparation and exhibit preparation
- Opportunities for networking and professional development

How to Apply:

To apply for the Fall Legal Internship at the FTC's Health Care Division, please submit your application materials directly to the contacts listed below. Be sure to include all required documents and references. Applications should be submitted before the deadline to ensure consideration.

Contacts:

- Evan Cartagena (; 202-326-2981)
- Patrick Kennedy (; (202) 326-2114)

Note: Interviews and offers are extended on a rolling basis, so it is encouraged to submit your application before the deadline.

Join the FTC's Health Care Division as a Fall Legal Intern and gain valuable experience in competition law and litigation. Apply now and take the first step towards a successful legal career with the Federal Trade Commission.