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The Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), is seeking law clerks for the Fall 2013 semester.   These substantive positions offer students a unique opportunity to observe the legislative process and to work closely with Committee counsel on a wide variety of projects.  Committee law clerks are typically tasked with conducting legal research, drafting memoranda and materials related to Committee hearings and votes, attending Committee hearings and executive business meetings, and providing assistance with other legislative matters.  The clerkships are open to current law students only; those from Vermont are strongly encouraged to apply.  For more information about Senator Leahy and the clerkship program, visit http://leahy.senate.gov/services/law_clerks/.  Please email resume, cover letter, legal writing sample, law school transcript, and contact information for three references to email hidden; JavaScript is required, with “Law Clerk” in the subject line of the email, by April 15, 2013.

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The Office of Senator Al Franken is accepting applications from current law students for law clerk positions for the summer of 2013. Clerks will assist the counsels and staff of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology and the Law on a variety of policy issues, including privacy, antitrust, judicial nominations, crime, civil rights including LGBT rights, civil liberties, immigration, and campaign finance.  We have a strong preference for 2Ls and 3Ls. This position is unpaid, but the office will support successful candidates’ efforts to obtain outside funding.  Minnesota applicants are strongly encouraged to apply, but all are welcome. To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, 2-3 references, and a 5-page writing sample to Alvaro Bedoya at email hidden; JavaScript is required. Please include “Summer Law Clerk Applicant” in the subject line of the email. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until Friday, January 18th.

The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Majority Oversight & Investigations Office is seeking two unpaid Law Clerks for Spring 2013. The position offers law students or recent law school graduates the opportunity to gain substantive experience while participating in the legislative process. Law Clerks will assist Committee staff in conducting document review, policy and legal research, drafting memoranda, contributing to reports and preparing for hearings. Applicants must be current law students or recent law school graduates. Applicants must also demonstrate outstanding research abilities, work well in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Previous experience in government is not required, but candidates should have a general understanding of the legislative process. Applicants available full-time throughout the spring are preferred, though candidates available part-time may also be considered. Interested applicants should apply for this position by emailing a cover letter, resume, writing sample and availability to email hidden; JavaScript is required as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted until the positions have been filled. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or sexual  orientation.

The Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), is seeking law clerks for the Summer 2013 semester. These substantive positions offer students a unique opportunity to observe the legislative process and to work closely with Committee counsel on a wide variety of projects.  Committee law clerks are typically tasked with conducting legal research, drafting memoranda and materials related to Committee hearings and votes, attending Committee hearings and executive business meetings, and providing assistance with other legislative matters.  The clerkships are open to current law students only; those from Vermont are strongly encouraged to apply.  For more information about Senator Leahy and the clerkship program, visit http://leahy.senate.gov/services/law_clerks/.  Please email resume, cover letter, legal writing sample, law school transcript, and three references to email hidden; JavaScript is required, with “Law Clerk” in the subject line of the email, by February 4, 2013.

The Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), is seeking law clerks for the Spring 2013 semester.   These substantive positions offer students a unique opportunity to observe the legislative process and to work closely with Committee counsel on a wide variety of projects.  Committee law clerks are typically tasked with conducting legal research, drafting memoranda and materials related to Committee hearings and votes, attending Committee hearings and executive business meetings, and providing assistance with other legislative matters.  The clerkships are open to current law students only; those from Vermont are strongly encouraged to apply.  For more information about Senator Leahy and the clerkship program, visit http://leahy.senate.gov/services/law_clerks/.  Please email resume, cover letter, legal writing sample, and three references to email hidden; JavaScript is required, with “Law Clerk” in the subject line of the email, by October 22, 2012.

The Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI), of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, is looking for law students to work closely with the Subcommittee’s minority staff on investigative and legislative issues and cover Congressional hearings and briefings.  Requires ability to operate in fast-paced environment with minimal supervision, excellent research and writing skills, and willingness to perform clerical duties.  Minimum of 20 hours per week; full-time given preference.  Please e-mail a brief cover letter, including the time commitment you are able to make, a resume, and an unofficial transcript to email hidden; JavaScript is required indicating “Internship” in the subject line or fax to (202) 224-7042.

The Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), is seeking law clerks for the Fall 2012 Semester.   These substantive positions offer students a unique opportunity to observe the legislative process and to work closely with Committee counsel on a wide variety of projects.  Committee law clerks are typically tasked with conducting legal research, drafting memoranda and materials related to Committee hearings and votes, attending Committee hearings and executive business meetings, and providing assistance with other legislative matters.  The clerkships are open to current law students only; those from Vermont are strongly encouraged to apply.  For more information about Senator Leahy and the clerkship program, visit http://leahy.senate.gov/services/law_clerks/.  Please e-mail resume, cover letter, legal writing sample, and three references to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “Law Clerk” in the subject line by April 16th.

The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Majority Oversight & Investigations Office is seeking full-time, unpaid Law Clerks for summer 2012. The position offers law students the opportunity to gain substantive experience while participating in the legislative process. Law Clerks will work with the Committee’s Oversight and Investigations staff and assist in conducting document review, performing policy and legal research, drafting memoranda, contributing to reports and preparing for Oversight hearings. Qualifications: Applicants must be current law students or recent graduates. Applicants should demonstrate outstanding research abilities, work well in a fast-paced environment, and possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Previous experience in government is not required, but candidates should have a general understanding of government procedure. Applicants should be available full-time. Applicants should send resume, cover letter, and writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Majority Oversight & Investigations Office is seeking full-time, unpaid Law Clerks for spring semester 2012. The position offers law students the opportunity to gain substantive experience while participating in the legislative process. Law Clerks will assist Committee staff in conducting document review, policy and legal research, drafting memoranda, contributing to reports and preparing for hearings. Qualifications: Applicants must be current law students or recent graduates. Applicants should demonstrate outstanding research abilities, work well in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Previous experience in government is not required, but candidates should have a general understanding of government procedure. Applicants should be available full-time. Applicants should sent resume, cover letter, and writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI), of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, is looking for law students to work closely with the Subcommittee’s Republican staff on investigative and legislative issues and cover Congressional hearings and briefings beginning in February 2012.  Requires ability to operate in fast-paced environment with minimal supervision, excellent research and writing skills, and willingness to perform clerical duties.  Minimum of 20 hours per week; full-time given preference.  Please e-mail a brief cover letter, including the time commitment you are able to make, a resume, and an unofficial transcript to email hidden; JavaScript is required indicating “Internship” in the subject line or fax to (202) 224-7042.

The Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), is seeking law clerks for Fall 2011. These substantive positions offer students a unique opportunity to observe the legislative process and to work closely with Committee counsel on a wide variety of projects. Committee law clerks are typically tasked with conducting legal research, drafting memoranda and materials related to Committee hearings and votes, attending Committee hearings and executive business meetings, and providing assistance with other legislative matters. The clerkships are open to current law students only; those from Vermont are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about Senator Leahy and the clerkship program, visit http://leahy.senate.gov/services/law_clerks/. Please e-mail resume, cover letter, legal writing sample, and three references to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “Law Clerk” in the subject line by April 15.