Volunteer Law Student - Summer 2026

The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) is looking for a highly qualified and motivated individual to serve as a Volunteer Law Student. This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) may be used to fill other Volunteer Law Student positions within the FRTIB in the same geographical location with the same qualifications.

Duties

The FRTIB is filling a Student Volunteer Legal Internship for Summer 2026. This position is expected to begin at the end of May or early June and will extend through the summer. In rare situations, this internship may be extended. As a volunteer law student, you will:

• assist with a variety of independent legal research and drafting of legal memorandum;
• assist with conducting in-depth legal research in the areas of pension, tax, administrative law, privacy, procurement, benefits, investments, and loan activities;
• assist attorneys with drafting motions, petitions, and briefs in preparation of meeting and conferences;
• assist with the legal analysis of court orders to determine whether they meet FRTIB's statutory and regulatory requirements;
• assist in the review of contractual agreements and other documents for legal sufficiency;
• review and apply policies, procedures and regulations in order to provide responses to inquiries;
• assist with the review of a variety of legal cases; and
• analyze factual and legal issues to determine which facts are pertinent and which legal sources are applicable.

Salary

• $0

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• You must be at least 16 years old or older.
• All qualification requirements must be met prior to appointment.
• Must maintain student eligibility for the duration of the internship.
• Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background suitability investigation.
• You must be registered for selective service, if applicable. See Selective Service System.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify for this student volunteer internship, you must meet the below upon completion of the 2025-26 academic year:

• have completed one year of law school; and
• have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher out of a 4.0 scale.

Education You must provide your transcripts to support your educational claims. Transcripts may be unofficial copies, but they must come from an accredited college or university, and they also must include course names and the number of credit / semester hours. Click here to search the database of accredited institutions. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. Other Information Relocation expenses are not authorized for this internship. Required Documents

Please be advised, the following documents are required. If you do not submit the required documentation, your application will be deemed incomplete, and you will be ineligible.

1. Federal Resume Information: Your resume must total no more than TWO (2) pages. Any information submitted in excess of two (2) pages WILL NOT be considered. Be sure the first two pages of your resume clearly show the relevant experience you want us to consider, including the start and end dates for each job (month, day, and year) and the number of hours you worked each week (for example, 40 hours/week). If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent version will be used to evaluate your application.

2. Responses to the occupational questionnaire.

3. Transcripts and Enrollment Verification - You must provide your transcripts to support your educational claims. Transcripts may be unofficial copies. Transcripts must be legible and possess the school name imprinted on the transcript or be on school letterhead. Transcripts must show you are currently enrolled (e.g., Fall 2025). If your transcripts do not reflect current enrollment (e.g., Fall 2025), you must provide a separate proof of enrollment document or acceptance for enrollment verification. Applications without transcripts/enrollment verification or transcripts without the required information are considered incomplete and will be rated "Ineligible". Official transcripts and proof of continuing education through either the Summer or Fall 2026 semesters will be required if selected. If you are currently enrolled but will complete your degree requirements by May 2026, you must provide proof of continuing education, such as an acceptance letter, prior to appointment.

4. Writing Sample - a 3-5 page writing sample.

How to Apply

You must apply through the USAJOBS online job application system. It is your responsibility to ensure the complete application package is submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/05/2025 to receive consideration. Paper applications and information sent by mail will not be accepted.

For details on applying through USAJOBS, please locate the "Apply" section at: USAJOBS Help Center | How to

This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Benefits A benefits package is not authorized for this volunteer position. However, student volunteers are eligible to receive transit benefits. Additionally, students may receive academic credit if their law schools allow it. This credit is strictly at the discretion of the school.