Fall Internet Public Interest Opportunities Program Clerkships - (US-DC-Washington - 56972)

Minimum Education: None
Job Type: Full Time
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Responsibilities and Requirements : Fall Internet Public Interest Opportunities Program ClerkshipsThe students participate in valuable programs in Internet law, policy, and legislation. Will also attend weekly seminars led by eminent scholars and practitioners in the field of Internet policy. Provide opportunities for clerks to experience first-hand the new and exciting intersection between Internet law and public policy. Attend agency proceedings, policy meetings, Congressional hearings, and visit many landmarks in the Nation's Capital. Research and draft memoranda on critical issues before Congress, and attend hearings. Learn about the legislative process, which is the critical opportunity for public interest organizations to make a case directly to lawmakers, to engage in discussion about the details of proposed legislation, and to establish connections with critical committees and decision makers. Research, draft, and submit a FOIA request on a controversial issue to one of many governmental agencies. Assist in litigating pending FOIA matters. Assist staff in developing litigation strategy in key cases with significant impact on critical Internet issues. Clerk activities in this area include drafting memoranda, meeting with attorneys, and attending court hearings. Law students interested in public interest issues related to the Internet will be considered.The candidate should be currently enrolled in law school. Excellent writing and communication skills are needed. Strong interest in civil liberties issues relating to the Internet, particularly free speech, privacy, open government, and democratic governance is needed.

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