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Law Student Volunteer, EOIR, Fort Snelling Immigration Court (Fall 2025)

U.S. Department of Justice • Part-time • Fort Snelling, Minnesota, United States • $40.15k - $57.18k / year • 3m ago

Hiring Organization

Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)

Hiring Office

Fort Snelling Immigration Court

Location:

Fort Snelling Immigration Court
1 Federal Drive, Suite 1850
Fort Snelling , MN 55413 - United States

Application Deadline:

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

About the Office

The primary mission of the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) is to adjudicate immigration cases by fairly, expeditiously, and uniformly interpreting and administering the Nation's immigration laws. Under delegated authority from the Attorney General, EOIR conducts immigration court proceedings, appellate reviews, and administrative hearings. The jurisdiction of the Immigration Court includes all matters brought before the Court by the Department of Homeland Security. For further information about the Fort Snelling Immigration Court, please visit https://www.justice.gov/eoir/fort-snelling-immigration-court

Job Description

Internships at the Fort Snelling Immigration Court offer individuals the opportunity to develop their research, writing, and analytical skills, and expand their knowledge of immigration law. Typical assignments include researching complex issues of removability and eligibility for relief from removal, preparing decisions on motions, and drafting final decisions for immigration judges. Interns work closely with Attorney Advisors and have the opportunity to observe hearings and gain insight into the adjudicatory process.

Qualifications

Any United States citizen law student enrolled at least half-time, and who has completed at least one semester of law school is eligible to apply for volunteer internship positions at any time. Interns should have strong legal research and writing skills. Prior immigration law experience is preferred but not required.This position isin person. Interns must commit to working a minimum of 12 hours per week, for at least 10 weeks. Although the internship is unpaid, interns may obtain academic credit with the permission of their law schools.

Application Process

Interested students should submit a cover letter, resume, 5- to 10-page writing sample, and unofficial transcript by e-mail to: Bloomington.Intern@usdoj.gov

Applications may also be mailed to: Attn: Attorney Advisors, Fort Snelling Immigration Court, 1 Federal Drive, Suite 1850, Fort Snelling, MN 55111

Questions may be directed to the Attorney Advisors by email at Bloomington.Intern@usdoj.gov

Salary

Unpaid (Volunteer)