Law Student Volunteer (UNPAID)

All eligibility requirements must be met at the time of application. To be a Student Volunteer, you must meet the below eligibility requirements: 1. Be at least 16 years old; and 2. Be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited academic institution on an at least part-time basis. *A transcript showing proof of current enrollment is required to be submitted with your application package. Prior to onboarding, proof of enrollment for the semester of your volunteer service is required to verify your eligibility status as a student. *The Ideal Candidate for the Student Volunteer Legal position and Field Examiner positions will have education of and/or experience with labor law/employment law. The candidate possesses strong research and writing skills to be able to conduct legal research and prepare reports of their findings. The ideal candidate has excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate both effectively orally and in writing. Experience with office automation systems (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is desired. This position will not be filled until the Department’s Placement Assistance Programs have been fully utilized. No Relocation or Permanent Change of Station Incentives will be offered. No Recruitment Incentives will be offered. This position is outside the bargaining unit. This position is telework eligible based on managements’ determination. Candidate required to obtain the necessary security/investigation level.
The Office of Legal Services (OLS) at the Department of Labor, Office of Inspector General (DOL-OIG) offers 6 to 10- weeks spring semester 2025 Law Student opportunity for law students interested in gaining practical legal experience in the public sector. This is a great opportunity for work experience as well as credit for school. Provides assistance in the areas of legal research and writing, review policies, regulations, statutes, and contracts, and assist with ongoing litigation matters.