Summer Legal Administrative Specialist — Tax Law Path

Internal Revenue Service; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Internal Revenue Service invites qualified law students to join the Summer Legal Program as Legal Administrative Specialist. The role offers exposure to the Office of Chief Counsel and supports developing careers in tax law.

Participants typically work through the summer, with appointments at the GS-09 level. Strong candidates completing law school by Fall 2028 may be considered for non-competitive placement into entry-level roles, subject to approvals.

Qualifications

• All applicants must be attending or graduated from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Foreign education must be evaluated for equivalence by a credentialing agency.

Responsibilities

• Support second-year law students with supervision from experienced tax lawyers.
• Provide training and developmental assignments to prepare for a legal career.
• Participate in educational and social events and work across divisions as assigned.

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Internal Revenue Service invites qualified law students to join the Summer Legal Program as Legal Administrative Specialist. The role offers exposure to the Office of Chief Counsel and supports developing careers in tax law.

Participants typically work through the summer, with appointments at the GS-09 level. Strong candidates completing law school by Fall 2028 may be considered for non-competitive placement into entry-level roles, subject to approvals.