LAW 758 - Federal Government Externship

Summer/Fall/Spring Credits: (1-3) Catherine Bellin

Eligible placements include Federal agencies (including JAG Corps). They also include Congressional committees and members of Congress, subject to the prohibition on partisan political activities and lobbying. Federal Public Defenders are covered by the Public Defender Externship; U.S. Attorney offices are covered by the U.S. Attorney Externship. Finalizing an externship requires 3 steps before the registration deadline: (1) securing an externship; (2) submitting a completed Externship Agreement; and (3) registering for the correct course and the correct number of credits. (1-3 credits). Externships are graded Pass/Fail.