Labor Law Clerk — Summer 2027 (DC, In-Person)

Seiu; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

SEIU in Washington, DC, invites current law students to join the Summer 2027 Law Student Program as full-time law clerks, working in-person in the Legal Department. Clerks will conduct legal research, draft memoranda, and collaborate with staff on regulatory, legislative, and policy matters impacting workers' rights.

Externs who earn academic credit may also receive compensation depending on school rules. Candidates should have a strong academic record and excellent writing and research skills;

Qualifications

• Must be a current law student.
• Strong writing and research skills.
• Strong academic record.
• Commitment to workers’ rights and social change.
• Completion of basic labor law course preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda.
• Assist attorneys on pending litigation.
• Attend hearings and conferences.
• Meet with union leaders.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Academic excellence

Education

Law student (current)

Tools

Westlaw/LexisNexis

Job description

SEIU in Washington, DC, invites current law students to join the Summer 2027 Law Student Program as full-time law clerks, working in-person in the Legal Department. Clerks will conduct legal research, draft memoranda, and collaborate with staff on regulatory, legislative, and policy matters impacting workers' rights.

Externs who earn academic credit may also receive compensation depending on school rules. Candidates should have a strong academic record and excellent writing and research skills;