Securities and Exchange Commission
Summer 2025 SEC Scholars Legal Program- RO (1L, 2L, 3L, or LL.M.) (Volunteer)
Job Location
Fort Worth, TX, United States
Job Description
Do you want to perform volunteer legal operations work in a challenging yet professional environment? Begin by investing in your career and future at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)! The SEC is actively recruiting for the Summer 2025 SEC Scholars Legal Program. The program targets currently enrolled JD and LL.M. students to participate in at least a ten-week program. Individuals with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
At the SEC, we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service for the Summer 2025 SEC Scholars Legal Program in our Regional offices. We offer law students robust responsibilities and experiences that enhance their legal careers. Over the course of at least ten-weeks, students will work with Commission staff on projects particular to the specific Division or Office to which they are assigned. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in seminars/workshops; roundtable discussions, and a mentoring program that will provide detailed information and guidance on securities laws. For more details on Internships at the SEC, please attend our external information sessions. Links to register can be found in the "Additional Information" section of this announcement.
Location: Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Posted Date: 11/25/2024
At the SEC, we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service for the Summer 2025 SEC Scholars Legal Program in our Regional offices. We offer law students robust responsibilities and experiences that enhance their legal careers. Over the course of at least ten-weeks, students will work with Commission staff on projects particular to the specific Division or Office to which they are assigned. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in seminars/workshops; roundtable discussions, and a mentoring program that will provide detailed information and guidance on securities laws. For more details on Internships at the SEC, please attend our external information sessions. Links to register can be found in the "Additional Information" section of this announcement.
Location: Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Posted Date: 11/25/2024
Job Requirements
Eligibility Requirements: In order to be eligible for this internship under the SEC Scholars Legal Program: You must be accepted for enrollment or enrolled and seeking a JD or LL.M. at an accredited law school on at least a half-time basis* (as determined by the educational institution); AND You must possess a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of a 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent. You must continue to meet these eligibility requirements throughout the duration of your volunteer service under the SEC Scholars Legal Program. *An applicant who is less than half time enrolled immediately prior to graduating may be considered a student for purposes of this Program. NOTE: STUDENT STATUS: You must maintain status as a law student during your volunteer service. PROOF OF ENROLLMENT: You may provide proof of enrollment at the time of application; however, you must provide proof of enrollment at an accredited law school by the selection date. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: All eligibility requirements must be met by the selection date. DEFINITION OF STUDENT: You must meet the definition of a "student" by the selection date in order to be eligible for this program.
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