What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Internship - Marshal's Office position at Supreme Court of the United States?

Summary

This is a summer position with the Marshal's Office at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.

Closing Date : Saturday, 03 / 08 / 2025, 11 : 59 PM EST

Please note that this vacancy has a limit of 200 applicants . The job opportunity announcement will automatically close if that limit is reached prior to the closing date.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

Under the Judiciary Act of 1867, Congress granted the Court authority to appoint a Marshal to oversee Courtroom operations, provide security for the Justices, and pay the Court's bills. The Marshal serves as the Court's chief security officer and facilities administrator, managing approximately 300 employees, including the Supreme Court Police Force.

Interns in the Marshal's Office assist with performing a variety of duties to include internal mail services, sorting and filing of documents, and receiving and distributing packages using assigned vehicles. Assist with a variety of duties during official Court ceremonies.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)

Employment is subject to successful completion of a security background check.

If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See : www.sss.gov

Qualifications

The Program is competitive and draws interns from a highly qualified applicant pool. In general, interns should possess demonstrated academic achievement; ability and willingness to work closely with others; flexibility; self-sustaining motivation and initiative; and impeccable trustworthiness, discretion, and maturity. Good judgment is critical. Internships are open to The Public - U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. See https : / / help.usajobs.gov / working-in-government / unique-hiring-paths / public.

Applicants must have completed two semesters of undergraduate study and meet one of the following criteria :

Actively enrolled in an academic program concurrent with the internship term;

Returning to a degree program immediately following the internship term; or

Participating in a federal fellowship program after the internship;

Law students and graduate students are not eligible to participate in the Supreme Court Internship program.

Preference will be given to applicants prepared to work eight-hour days, five days per week. Some offices may accept interns available less than full time but at least four days per week.

Interns selected for the fall and spring terms should plan to work for 16 weeks. Summer interns are expected to work for a minimum of 8 weeks, not to exceed 90 days.

Education

At least two semesters of undergraduate study are required.

Additional information

Internship Program participants are eligible for the SmartBenefits transit subsidy. Please note that the Court does not offer a parking benefit.

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

How You Will Be Evaluated

We will review and assess your application package in comparison with the posted qualifications for the position.

Your answers to the assessment questionnaire are required and will be used to evaluate your application. To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https : / / apply.usastaffing.gov / ViewQuestionnaire / 12675628

Benefits

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Required Documents

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

The following documents are required :

A resume

A cover letter that explains why you are seeking a summer position with the Supreme Court of the United States in the Marshal's Office and your dates of availability.

A transcript

Two letters of recommendation, upload with the application or recommenders may send to internships@supremecourt.gov

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements :

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and / or degrees from

schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

You must upload the cover letter and resume. These two documents and the completion of the online questionnaire are required and must be received by the closing date, 03 / 08 / 2025, in order to be considered. Please submit only these required documents.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJobs account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJobs resume and / or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.

It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJobs account, https : / / www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJobs account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and / or other documents from your USAJobs account or your application will be incomplete.

Agency contact information

Supreme Court Internship Program

Phone

202-479-3404

internships@supremecourt.gov

Address

Supreme Court of the United States

1 First Street NE

Washington, DC 20543

Next steps

Upon submission, you will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of your application. Please be advised that your application will not be considered complete unless all of the required documents have been received. All applicants will be notified once a selection has been made.

Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability

New employee probationary period

Privacy Act

Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service

Signature and false statements

Social security number request