Law Student Research Assistant
Agency
Judicial Branch - Agency Wide
Location
Washington, District of Columbia, District of Columbia
Salary
$20 - $22 Per Hour
Fall, Spring, or Summer semesters.
12-39 hours per week
Open & closing dates
Posted: May 27, 2025
Closes: May 26, 2026 (233 days left)
Job Description
The Federal Judicial Center (Center) is the federal courts' agency for research and continuing education. Congress established the Center in 1967 as a separate organization within the federal judicial system at the request of the Judicial Conference of the United States. A nine-member board, chaired by the Chief Justice of the United States, determines its basic policies.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled and seeking a law degree at an accredited educational institution, on a full-time basis; Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills; and Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work collaboratively. Summer law student research assistants are asked to commit to at least eight weeks of employment for 30 to 39 hours per week. Spring and fall semester law student research assistants are asked to commit to 12 to 15 hours per week. Law student research assistants are limited to working a maximum of 39 hours per week.
Required Documents
Cover letter explaining how you meet the qualifications stated above, and indicating whether you are applying for Summer, Fall, and/or Spring; Unofficial transcript (or proof of enrollment if you are a first semester student); Resume; and The name and contact information of at least one reference. Please see the "How to Apply" section.
Department Information
Agency
Judicial Branch - Agency Wide
Department
Judicial Branch
Location
Washington, District of Columbia, District of Columbia, United States