The Federal Defender Program for the Middle District of Alabama provides representation to persons charged with federal crimes in the twenty-three southeastern counties of Alabama and to people on Alabama’s death row whose appeals are entering federal habeas. This office also offers training and educational programs to lawyers and students seeking to learn more about federal criminal practice.

The Federal Defender Program for the Middle District of Alabama has established

a paid summer internship for a limited number of high school students, to provide exposure for the students to the federal criminal justice system and to provide assistance to office staff.

Interns will receive training and orientation, after which they will provide assistance to attorneys and other office staff as requested at all stages of client representation. Assignment of particular tasks will depend on the particular skills of the individual intern. Duties may include assisting in organizing case materials; contacting community resources, developing appropriate referrals for services; and assistance with mail delivery, filing, copying and other office tasks.

Compliance with the confidentiality responsibilities of the attorney-client relationship is mandatory and must include a signed confidentiality agreement. Applicants with access to a driver’s license, appropriate motor vehicle insurance, and access to a car may be given preference.

This office will comply with the supervision or record-keeping required for any school credit. The Federal Defender Program is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified people, regardless of sex, race, national origin, sexual orientation, religion or disability.

Applicants should submit, by mail or fax, a letter describing their interest in the internship, a resume with a contact address and phone number, and the names and phone numbers of references, to:

Christine A. Freeman Executive Director
Federal Defender Program, Inc.
817 South Court Street Montgomery, Alabama 36104
FAX: 334-834-0353