Job Details for Student Intern (Model Intern Program)
| Court Name/Organization | Louisiana Eastern District Court |
| Overview of the Position | The U.S District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana is accepting applications for a one-year, student internship as part of the Model Intern Program (MIP) offered through the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts. This program was established to expand applicant pools and increase access to opportunities within the federal Judiciary. The MIP fosters excellence and values the unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds present within the Judiciary and the communities it serves. The program is designed to address barriers to opportunity unrelated to merit, talent, or qualifications, ensuring that individuals have the chance to pursue opportunities based on their skills and abilities. Through the MIP, talented college students compete for paid internships with federal courts to prepare them for future employment opportunities within the Judiciary. This unique internship is offered to rising junior and senior undergraduate students who will work in person at the federal courthouse in downtown New Orleans, Louisiana. The MIP internship begins in June 2025 and concludes by May 30, 2026. The incumbent will work full-time (no more than 40-hours/week) during the Summer semester and part-time (no more than 20-hours/week) during the Fall and Spring semesters. The incumbent will report directly to Clerk of Court’s Office and will work with federal judicial officers, court unit executives, federal practitioners, and other court-system professionals, performing or assisting in the performance of a variety of judicial, legal, and/or administrative functions within the federal judiciary. |
| Location | New Orleans, LA |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 03/12/2025 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Temporary |
| Classification Level/Grade | CL 22 |
| Salary | Not specified |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://www.uscourts.gov/careers/who-works-judiciary |
| Announcement Number | 25-DSC-04 |
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The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.