What’s Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

Well, the Office handles a wide range of cases, acting as both the local and federal prosecutor for the nation’s capital. They deal with everything from misdemeanor drug possession to serious crimes like murder, and on the federal side, they tackle cases involving child pornography, gangs, financial fraud, and terrorism. They also represent the district in civil suits.

So, applicants should have a strong academic background, great research and writing skills, and a keen eye for detail. They also need to show fairness and integrity in supporting justice. Plus, they need at least a 3.0 GPA or be in the top half of their class.

Actually, student interns must be U.S. citizens or owe permanent allegiance to the U.S. Right now, that includes natives of American Samoa, Swains Island, and certain inhabitants of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

Applicants need to be enrolled in an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, graduate/professional school, or a certificate program that’s equivalent to at least one academic year of full-time study.

Yes, it’s part of the Department’s policy to maintain a drug-free workplace, so anyone selected for employment will need to pass a drug test that checks for illegal drug use before they can be officially appointed.