Legal Internships

Internship applications for summer 2012 positions are due no later than February 10, 2012. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, and selections may be made prior to February 10, 2012.

Internships are available in the following divisions:

• Enforcement and Compliance
• Bank Activities and Structure

These are unpaid positions for students who have completed their first or second year of law school. We consider the following factors in reviewing your application:

• Academic record
• A sincere interest in financial institutions law and enforcement
• Top 25 percent of graduating class (preferred, not mandatory)
• Relevant course work in financial institutions law, securities law, commercial law, administrative law, trial practice, etc.
• Law school activities such as Law Review, clinical programs, moot court, and judicial clerkships, and financial institutions-related work experience (legal or business)

How to Apply

Send an e-mail to Summer.Internship@occ.treas.gov that includes the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Transcript
• Writing sample

Related Link

• Legal Careers
• Entry-Level Attorney Careers