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Volunteer Law Intern-Fall Semester 2026
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Department of Justice
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Salary
Not specified
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This volunteer internship at the U.S.
Attorney's Office in Fort Wayne, Indiana, lets law students dive into federal legal work by researching cases, writing documents, and helping prepare for trials in civil and criminal matters.
It's a hands-on way to learn about the justice system while supporting real government cases under attorney supervision.
It's ideal for second- or third-year law students eager to build practical skills and gain exposure to federal courts.
Key Requirements
- Enrollment in an accredited law school with at least one full semester completed by the start of the fall 2026 term
- Preference for second- or third-year law students
- Strong legal writing and research skills
- Ability to perform legal research and draft documents like motions, pleadings, or briefs
- Interest in assisting with trial preparations and observing court proceedings
- Availability for the fall 2026 semester in Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Willingness to indicate preferred divisions (e.g., civil or criminal) in the application
Full Job Description
Turn your legal writing and research skills into real federal impact as a Volunteer Law Intern with The United States Attorney's Office!
We are currently soliciting applications for the 2026 Fall Semester.
For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit www.justice.gov/usao/.As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.
Students must have completed at least one full semester with an accredited law school at the beginning of the current academic term. Preference will be given to second and third-year law students.
Major Duties:
Overview of the United States Attorney's Office - Northern District of Indiana - With a talented workforce of over 100,000 people, the mission of the Department of Justice is to uphold the rule of law, keep our country safe, and protect civil rights.
The U.S. Attorney's Office (USAO) for the Northern District of Indiana is one of 94 USAOs in the nation. Our branches are located in Hammond, South Bend and Fort Wayne.
The United States Attorney's Office Law Internship Program immerses you in the energy of the federal legal system giving you front-row access to how major civil and criminal cases are built, argued, and won.
You'll sharpen your writing and research on real federal matters while contributing directly to the work that drives federal justice forward.
Typical duties of the interns may include: Performing legal research and/or assisting with research projects; Drafting legal documents including motions, pleadings, or briefs; Assist in trial preparations; Observe court proceedings; and In limited instances, may be allowed to represent the government in routine hearings under the supervision of an AUSA before various federal courts.
The primary goal of the program is to offer a dynamic, hands-on introduction to federal legal system, giving law students the chance to contribute to meaningful civil and criminal matters.
Interns gain exposure to federal procedures, strengthen their legal writing and research skills, and support the work of multiple Assistant U.S. Attorneys throughout the semester.
Applicants will be asked to indicate which division(s) they wish to be considered for when submitting their online application.
Applicants will be notified when their applications have been reviewed/referred for further consideration.
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