College of Law

U.S. Department of the Interior Office of the Solicitor


Name and Location of Externship U.S. Department of the Interior Office of the Solicitor 
Field Supervisor  
Prerequisites Student in good standing; excellent legal research and writing skills 
Credit Hours 2-4 fall and spring; 2-6 summer 
Minimum Hours Required  
Semesters Available Any 
Type of Work Student Will Perform Typically drafts legal memoranda, briefs and motions; assist with discovery in active federal cases. Participate in conference calls and strategy sessions with other agene counsel including Justice Department lawyers and agency officials. Possible hearing attendance and meetings in the Washington, D.C. area. 
Type of Placement Available PSEC

Key for Type of Placement Available:

 PSEC = Public Service Externship Clinic
 V   =    Volunteer
 FWS =  Federal Work Study
 F/S  =  Fellowship/Stipend

Last Updated: 7/7/23