JUDICIAL INTERN (U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico)

U.S. District Court, District of New Mexico: JUDICIAL INTERN (on-site; New Mexico)

The Intern will support U.S. Magistrate Judge Laura Fashing by conducting research as needed; drafting simple orders and minutes; proofreading orders and other documents in preparation for filing; providing case management and court calendaring services; providing administrative assistance; and performing other duties as assigned. The intern will work on both civil and criminal matters.

The internship is intended to provide valuable work experience and prepare students who may be interested in a career in public service and/or the law. The Intern will have an opportunity to observe a wide range of civil and criminal legal proceedings, including trials, motion hearings, preliminary hearings, detention hearings, changes of plea, and settlement conferences. The Intern also will assist the Judge with the RIO Court, which is a reentry court that helps individuals who recently have been released from prison adjust to life outside of prison. The Intern will work closely with the Judge's two law clerks as well as other law clerks and interns, and other court employees as appropriate.

This is a part-time position (20 hours per week) with a term of approximately 8 weeks. The anticipated start date is June 1, 2026; exact date is negotiable. The location is in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The work schedule also is negotiable although the expectation is that all work will be performed between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm on weekdays. The court observes all federal holidays.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

The successful candidate must possess good judgment and good analytical skills, demonstrate tact, initiative, and the ability to work independently, possess a strong work ethic, and maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, have strong organizational skills, and be detail oriented.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Interns must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
• Interns are required to adhere to a Code of Ethics and Conduct.
• Interns are subject to an FBI fingerprint check or investigation and may be subject to periodic updates. An Intern may be selected provisionally pending successful completion of the necessary records checks.
• Travel expenses to relocate to Albuquerque for the summer will not be reimbursed.