Hiring Organization
United States Trustee Program (USTP)
Hiring Office
Office of the United States Trustee
Job ID
LAW STUDENT VOLUNTEER-SPRING-2027

Location:
Multiple Locations

Application Deadline:
Monday, August 31, 2026
About the Office

The United States Trustee Program (USTP or Program) is a litigating component of the Department of Justice whose mission is to promote the integrity and efficiency of the bankruptcy system for the benefit of all stakeholders, including debtors, creditors, and the public. The Program operates nationwide through 21 regions comprised of 82 field office locations and exercises broad administrative, regulatory, and enforcement authority in bankruptcy cases. Its responsibilities extend across chapter 7 and 13 consumer matters, chapter 12 family farmer cases, small business reorganizations, and complex chapter 11 corporate restructurings.

As the only participant in the bankruptcy process with a national footprint and independent oversight mandate, the USTP is uniquely positioned to identify and address multijurisdictional misconduct and other issues of national significance that threaten the integrity of the bankruptcy system. At the same time, the Program remains equipped to respond effectively to local matters involving fraud, abuse, or other practices undermining the fair and efficient administration of bankruptcy cases.

We invite you to visit the USTP's Web site at U.S. Trustee Program | Department of Justice.

Job Description

Field Office Interns

There are 82 field offices located throughout the country. Field office interns assist attorneys in preparing for bankruptcy court appearances,



developing bankruptcy fraud referrals, attorney misconduct, screening cases for debtor abuse of the Bankruptcy Code, reviewing documents in chapter 7, 11, and 13 cases, assisting with drafting and filing of motions and objections as appropriate, and monitoring section 341 meetings between debtors and creditors. Field Office interns may provide litigation support to attorneys, attend bankruptcy hearings, and 341 meetings. Internships may be available for academic credit, as determined by the individual field office. We are accepting applications for the following field office locations:

Region 02 – Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Central Islip, NY
Region 03 – Wilmington, DE; Newark, NJ; Pittsburgh, PA
Region 05 – Current Orleans, LA
Region 06 – Dallas, TX
Region 07 – Houston, San Antonio, Austin, TX
Region 08 – Lexington and Louisville, KY
Region 09 – Cleveland, OH; Detroit, MI
Region 11 – Chicago, IL; Madison, Milwaukee, WI
Region 12 – Minneapolis, MN; Des Moines IA
Region 13 – Kansas City and St. Louis, MO; Little Rock, AR; Omaha, NE
Region 15 – San Diego, CA
Region 16 – Riverside and Santa Ana, CA
Region 17 – Las Vegas, NV
Region 18 – Seattle, WA; Boise, ID; Portland and Eugene, OR




Region 21 – Miami and Tampa, FL; Savannah and Macon, GA
Qualifications

Successful candidates will be second- and third-year law students who possess excellent research and writing skills, show attention to detail, have a desire to work as part of a small team of professionals, and are committed to fairness and integrity in the administration of the bankruptcy system. This is an excellent opportunity for students with a background and interest in bankruptcy, litigation, administrative law, policy, and legislation.

Interns must generally commit to 10 or 16 hours per week for at least 10 weeks, from January to May. However, specific hours will be determined by each office, and some flexibility is available. Interns must be available to work in-person in the assigned office location.

Applicants must be U.S. Citizens.

Application Process

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume (not to exceed two pages), current law school transcript and legal writing sample (no more than 10 pages) via email to [email protected]. All documents should be in one PDF.

Applicants must indicate their interest in being considered for employment among the listed field office locations in the subject line of the email and within their cover letter.

The application period for the Spring session ends on Monday, August 31, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and positions may be filled prior to the final deadline.

Salary

Uncompensated student volunteer. Academic credit and transit subsidies may be available, as specified above.

📌 Law Student Volunteer, Spring 2027 (Meghalaya)
🏢 U.S. Department of Justice
📍 Meghalaya