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Summary
The U.S. Office of Special Counsel is seeking law students with a desire to learn and gain valuable on the job experience! You will have the opportunity to work within any of the OSC program areas to promote accountability, integrity and fairness in the Federal workplace. Students must have completed at least one full year with an accredited law school at the beginning of the current academic term to be considered. Volunteers may be accepted in the DC commuting area or remotely as needed.
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Overview
- Accepting applications
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Open & closing dates
06/04/2024 to 02/27/2025
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Salary
$0 - $0 without compensation
This an Unpaid, Volunteer Position Only.
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Pay scale & grade
GS 00
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Locations
Many vacancies in the following locations:
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Washington DC, DC
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Location Negotiable After Selection
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
Not required
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Internships
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Work schedule
Multiple Schedules
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Service
Competitive
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Promotion potential
None
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Announcement number
VOL-24-001
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Control number
794209200
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This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Students who have completed at least one full year with an accredited law school, at the beginning of the current academic term.
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Duties
The duties of a Volunteer Student Law Clerk will vary depending on their assigned Program Unit.
Please review our Law Clerk Opportunities site for an overview of each Program Unit, respective law clerk duties, and any specific unit requirements. Note: The Alternative Dispute Resolution Unit requires students to have past mediation experience or to have taken a mediation course(s).
The general duties of a Volunteer Law Clerk may include assisting with:
- research projects and reporting on important/relevant Congressional hearings;
- screening new allegations for OSC jurisdiction and directing to the appropriate unit;
- initial review of complaints to identify legal and/or factual issues;
- drafting letters and memoranda explaining legal conclusions;
- investigating and litigating cases, developing case strategy, reviewing documentary evidence, interviewing witnesses, settlement negotiation;
- legal research on court opinions, executive orders, regulations, rules and administrative decisions;
- initial review of disclosures, review of whistleblower documents, whistleblower interviews;
- all stages of mediation, including reviewing cases for suitability for mediation, contacting the parties, and assisting OSC neutrals;
- providing training and technical assistance to Congress, the public, and other stakeholders;
- devising innovative methods to educate Federal employees and drafting educational materials for public use.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national authorized to work in the U.S.
- Must be able to successfully pass an appropriate background investigation.
- Individuals born after 12-31-1959 and required to register for Selective Service under the Military Selective Service Act of 50 USC App. 453, must be registered or otherwise exempt from Selective Service. See "Additional Information" section below.
- Students must have completed at least one full year with an accredited law school at the beginning of the current academic term.
Qualifications
Students must have completed at least one full year with an accredited law school at the beginning of the current academic term.
Additional information
This is an open and continuous announcement that is intended to continually solicit applications during the standard academic year. Applicants should timely submit their complete application package by the deadlines listed below to be considered for their desired semester.
- Fall 2024: Receiving applications June 4 - July 21
- Spring 2025: Receiving applications September 2 - November 1
- Summer 2025: Receiving applications December 2 - February 17
This position may be filled in the commuting area of Washington DC or remotely, as determined by the agency.
SELECTIVE SERVICE: Individuals born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. You can find more information on Who Must Register and Exemptions here. In addition, you can find more information on what to do if you failed to register here.
SELECTIVE SERVICE: Individuals born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. You can find more information on Who Must Register and Exemptions here. In addition, you can find more information on what to do if you failed to register here.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Law clerk candidates are subject to a suitability review, adjudication, and appropriate background check of the candidates' pre-employment forms (which cover a period of seven to ten years).
OSC can withdraw an offer of Internship if the review process reveals information that precludes a security and/or suitability clearance.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package through the online Apply Now feature, which includes the following required documentation:
- Cover Letter: Should include a personal statement reflecting your background and interest in the position. Your cover letter must also identify the semester(s) and unit(s) that you wish to be considered for when submitting your application.
- Resume: Please include employment history, dates of employment (MM/DDDD), education history, volunteer activities, and awards/achievements (scholastic/professional).
If you submit multiple copies of the same document, only your most recent uploaded document (by date & time stamp) will be considered. If your resume or supporting documents are illegible or unreadable, or if you fail to include any of the above-mentioned required documents, you may lose consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be considered further. If your application materials contain sensitive or inappropriate information, including but not limited to: photographs; classified or government sensitive information; copied and pasted portions of this job announcement; obscene information, etc., you may not be considered.
Falsifying your background, education, and/or experience is cause for non-selection, disqualification from further consideration or withdrawal of tentative or final job or Internship offers.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
Your application and supporting documents must be submitted and received through the online application process by 11:59 pm EST on the following dates:
- July 21, 2024, to be considered for Fall 2024, or
- November 1, 2024, to be considered for Spring 2025, or
- February 17, 2025, to be considered for Summer 2025.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Agency contact information
OSC Intern Program
- Address
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Office of Special Counsel
1730 M St NW
Washington, DC 20036
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation notification by email that your application was received.
Your application will be evaluated as outlined above and if you are found to be among the best candidates, you will be referred to management for consideration. We anticipate a large number of Volunteer Applicants, and only the top candidates will be contacted for interview.
You will receive automated notifications through the USAjobs system as updates are available. Applicants will be provided status updates during:
- August 2024 for the Fall 2024 semester
- December 2024 for the Spring 2025 semester
- March 2025 for the Summer 2025 semester
Interviews may be conducted individually, by panel, by third party, teleconference, video teleconference, or in person.
Selecting officials have the option to interview any, all or none of the referred candidates.
Management has the right to fill or not a fill this vacancy, as well as to cancel and re-announce as appropriate.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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If you submit multiple copies of the same document, only your most recent uploaded document (by date & time stamp) will be considered. If your resume or supporting documents are illegible or unreadable, or if you fail to include any of the above-mentioned required documents, you may lose consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package through the online Apply Now feature, which includes the following required documentation:
- Cover Letter: Should include a personal statement reflecting your background and interest in the position. Your cover letter must also identify the semester(s) and unit(s) that you wish to be considered for when submitting your application.
- Resume: Please include employment history, dates of employment (MM/DDDD), education history, volunteer activities, and awards/achievements (scholastic/professional).
If you submit multiple copies of the same document, only your most recent uploaded document (by date & time stamp) will be considered. If your resume or supporting documents are illegible or unreadable, or if you fail to include any of the above-mentioned required documents, you may lose consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be considered further. If your application materials contain sensitive or inappropriate information, including but not limited to: photographs; classified or government sensitive information; copied and pasted portions of this job announcement; obscene information, etc., you may not be considered.
Falsifying your background, education, and/or experience is cause for non-selection, disqualification from further consideration or withdrawal of tentative or final job or Internship offers.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
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Interviews may be conducted individually, by panel, by third party, teleconference, video teleconference, or in person.
Selecting officials have the option to interview any, all or none of the referred candidates.
Management has the right to fill or not a fill this vacancy, as well as to cancel and re-announce as appropriate.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
Your application and supporting documents must be submitted and received through the online application process by 11:59 pm EST on the following dates:
- July 21, 2024, to be considered for Fall 2024, or
- November 1, 2024, to be considered for Spring 2025, or
- February 17, 2025, to be considered for Summer 2025.
You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Agency contact information
OSC Intern Program
- Address
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Office of Special Counsel
1730 M St NW
Washington, DC 20036
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation notification by email that your application was received.
Your application will be evaluated as outlined above and if you are found to be among the best candidates, you will be referred to management for consideration. We anticipate a large number of Volunteer Applicants, and only the top candidates will be contacted for interview.
You will receive automated notifications through the USAjobs system as updates are available. Applicants will be provided status updates during:
- August 2024 for the Fall 2024 semester
- December 2024 for the Spring 2025 semester
- March 2025 for the Summer 2025 semester
Interviews may be conducted individually, by panel, by third party, teleconference, video teleconference, or in person.
Selecting officials have the option to interview any, all or none of the referred candidates.
Management has the right to fill or not a fill this vacancy, as well as to cancel and re-announce as appropriate.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Office of Special Counsel
The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) has as its primary mission promoting accountability, integrity, and fairness in the Federal workplace by protecting employees and applicants against Prohibited Personnel Practices (PPPs), particularly from reprisal for whistle blowing. (5 U.S.C. 2302). The agency also operates as a secure channel for federal whistle blower disclosures of violations of law, rule or regulation; gross mismanagement; gross waste of funds; abuse of authority; and substantial and specific danger to public health and safety (5 U.S.C. 1213). In addition, OSC issues advice on the Hatch Act and enforces its restrictions on political activity by government employees (5 U.S.C. 1502, 7321-23). Finally, OSC protects the civilian employment and reemployment rights of military service members under, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Act (USERRA), (38 U.S.C. 4301-4335).
OSC is committed to the realization of a diverse, inclusive Federal workplace where employees embrace excellence in service, uphold merit system principles, are encouraged to disclose wrongdoing, and are safeguarded against reprisals and other unlawful employment practices.
Agency contact information
OSC Intern Program
- Address
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Office of Special Counsel
1730 M St NW
Washington, DC 20036
US