Summary This position is located in the Office of Commissioner Geoffrey Starks, located in Washington, DC. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Responsibilities Interns will work on the full range of communications and technology topics handled by the Commission to advance the policy goals of empowering consumers, increasing all communities' access to affordable broadband, and digital equity. In particular, interns will assist with projects that address digital equity in low-income communities, communities of color and rural areas, as well as how to increase diversity amongst broadcast licensees following the Supreme Court’s recent Prometheus decision. Interns will assist the Commissioner and advisors with legal research, writing, and analysis. Interns may also participate in meetings with various stakeholder groups and help with external outreach such as drafting speeches and press statements. Duties may also involve interacting with industry counsel, consumer groups, congressional staff, and agency personnel on a variety of issues. NOTE: Work schedules, including telework, are at the discretion of agency policy and the supervisor. Requirements Conditions of Employment Be a law degree seeking student. Suitable for employment as determined by a background investigation. Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service. Must submit a cover letter which describes your interest in the position. Education-Transcripts Required Financial Disclosure may be required. Must maintain at least half-time enrollment status as defined by your school. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, you should only report attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. You may verify accreditation at the following website: http:www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed will be verified. Qualifications First-year (second semester), second- and third-year law students pursuing their J.D. are encouraged to apply. Superior research and writing skills, an eye for detail, a desire to work as part of a team of professionals. Excellent opportunity for students with a background and interest in broadband, communications, and media equity. A degree seeking student in the field of Law and have completed one to two years of study toward law degree. Enrolled in a school that has been accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Enrolled at least half-time as defined by your school. Be in good academic standing (i.e., must have at least a 3.0 GPA or its equivalent). Students must provide a Cover Letter describing their interest in the position. US Citizen or if you are not a citizen you must meet one the following criteria: 1. owe permanent allegiance to the United States (for example, natives of American Samoa and Swains Island); 2. be a lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B); or 3. be admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or have been granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and have filed a declaration of intention to become lawful permanent resident and then citizen when eligible. GS-07: Completed one full academic year of graduate level education toward a law degree. GS-09: Completed two full academic years of graduate level education toward a law degree. Education requirements must be met prior to appointment. Updated transcript is required to verify requirements have been met. Education Enrolled and pursuing a law degree. Additional Information EEO Policy StatementReasonable Accommodation Policy StatementVeterans InformationLegal and Regulatory Guidance Before hiring, an agency will ask you to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. The agency will also ask you to sign and certify the accuracy of all the information in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be fined or jailed. If you are a male over age 18 who was born after December 31, 1959, you must have registered with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for a Federal job.