Hispanic Bar Association of D.C.

The National Administrative Law Judiciary Foundation (NALJF) is the public interest arm of the National Association of Administrative Law Judiciary (NAALJ). One of the Foundation's major purposes is to promote the study and research of administrative law and distribute this knowledge to the administrative judiciary and the public. To further this purpose, a Fellowship was endowed to encourage research and scholarship for improving administrative justice.

NALJF is currently requesting applications for the 2010 Fellowship. The topic for the 2010 Fellowship is "Transparency in Government in the Context of Administrative Adjudication." The proposed article may be a general overview of this topic or a more focused approach. The author can address the meaning of transparency and the implications of the issue, with a point of view for or against "transparency" as defined by the author. The proposed article can include discussion of practical implications and/or the philosophical principles or social policies at stake. Examples of sub-topics could include but are not limited to any of the following sub-categories: ex parte communications, including between adjudicator and agency personnel; confidentiality and privacy issues; national security issues; and criminal investigations.

As an alternative to the above topic, an applicant may submit a topic of the applicant's choosing. To be considered, such a submission should propose, for approval by the Fellowship Committee, a scholarly review of the law on an issue relevant to executive-branch adjudication at any level of government.

All applications for the 2010 Fellowship must be in electronic format (WORD format preferred) and must include the following documents: (1) an abstract or an introduction to the proposed article, (2) a detailed outline for the proposed article, (3) a writing sample, (4) curriculum vitae, and (5) a list of publications. All submissions must be sent by e-mail to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), with a CC to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). The deadline for all submissions is April 30, 2010.

The Fellowship Committee will review the submissions and select the Fellowship Winner by May 30, 2010.

The Fellow will prepare an original article for publication in the Journal of the National Association of Administrative Law Judiciary, and will deliver a fifty-minute oral presentation at the 2010 NAALJ Annual Conference in California in October, 2010. The final draft of the paper will be due January 1, 2011.

The Fellow will receive a $1500.00 cash stipend, as well as transportation, accommodations, and meals, at the 2010 NAALJ Annual Meeting and Educational Conference in California in October of 2010.

Applications and inquiries regarding the Fellowship should be submitted by e-mail to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), with CC to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

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INTERNSHIPS:

Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities National Internship Program

For those grads and undergrads wishing to be considered for the Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities (HACU) National Internship Program - for the summer 2010 - the deadline is February 26, 2010.

The website is: http://www.hnip.net/

This is an excellent program that provides rich internship opportunities around the nation. Review the site and see if it might be a way to use and strengthen many of the skills you are learning in class, in diverse work environments across the nation.

DOJ Spring Internships, Civil Division, Commercial Litigation

There are currently opportunities for spring internships in the Civil Division, Commercial Litigation Branch. These are unpaid internships and require a minimum commitment of 15 hours per week for 10 weeks. These internship also require successful completion of background check.

More information on the volunteer internship program at http://www.justice.gov/oarm/arm/int/legalinternjq.htm

The Civil Division, Commercial Litigation Branch is not listed. Here is more information on the agency:
http://www.justice.gov/civil/NationalCourts/NationalCourtsFrontPage.htm

If any students are interested, please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Armando Rodriquez-Feo at (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

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Interns, MALDEF (1-2 Spring positions, Washington DC)

Founded in 1968, the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF) is the nation's leading, non-profit Latino civil rights organization. MALDEF is dedicated to protecting and promoting the civil rights of the more than 40 million Latinos living across the United States through advocacy, community education, and litigation. MALDEF currently focuses its efforts in the following program areas: education, employment, immigrants' rights, political access, and public resources equity.

Responsibilities: Interns conduct client intake interviews, perform research and draft memoranda,
attend meetings and hearings, assess legislation and public policy initiatives, and provide
support to the regional counsel and staff attorneys.

Duration: Fall/Winter/Spring: 1 semester/quarter, 15 hours per week. Summer: 10 weeks, 40 hours per week (Can vary depending on fellowship or work study guidelines)

Compensation: Generally not available. Interested applicants should apply for public interest fellowships or work-study funds through their grad school.

To Apply: Send your resume, cover letter, and 3 to 5 pare writing sample to: (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Deadline: SUMMER INTERNSHIP APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT MATERIALS BY MARCH 1, 2010.

Applicants for internships during the school year are considered on a rolling basis. A limited number of positions are available. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.

For more information, visit: http://www.maldef.org/about/jobs