U.S. Public Defender For the District of Columbia

Contact: Ms. Rita Pendry
Chief Assistant, Public Defender
U.S. Public Defender For the District of Columbia
625 Indiana Avenue, NW
Suite 550
Washington, DC 20004

Phone: 202-208-7500

Description: The Federal Public Defender represents indigent defendants accused of violations of federal law with the District of Columbia.

Internship/Seasonal Positions: Interns work closely with staff public defenders on pending cases. They are extensively involved in research and writing on criminal and constitutional issues. Internships are available throughout the year on a volunteer basis and there are a limited number of paid positions available during the summer months.

Approximate Number of Positions: 10

Preferred Background

Criminal Law, Evidence
Constitutional Law

Preferred Second year students

Salary: Yes Approximate Amount: $350.00 per week in the summer

Semesters Available: Fall, Spring, and Summer

Application Materials: Resume, cover letter and writing sample.

Deadlines: Fall: July Spring: December Summer: February