Course Description: Internship: U.S. Attorney
- Taught by Susan Klein
- 4 credits (pass/fail) over two terms – fall (2 credits), spring (2 credits)
- Students must commit to a full academic year of internship study.
- Students must intern in person at their placement; only incidental remote work is permitted.
- This program is open to students who have completed their first two semesters.
Course Description
This program offers students internship positions with the United States Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division. The U.S. Attorney’s Office is downtown at 903 San Jacinto Blvd., Suite 334, Austin, Texas, 78701. You will assist in the prosecution of federal criminal cases under the supervision of AUSA Daniel Castillo and other Assistant U.S. Attorneys. The internship component requires a commitment to work 10 hours per week for each semester, though not all hours must be completed at the office.
Students earn 4 credits (pass/fail) over two semesters (2 credits per semester) – offered fall and spring every year. You must commit to both semesters.
While not required, students may wish to enroll in Advanced Federal Criminal Prosecution, Federal Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Evidence.
Application Information
The application deadline for the 2025 – 2026 academic year is April 7, 2025.
To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and transcript (unofficial is sufficient) to Prof. Susan Klein sklein@law.utexas.edu, to usatxw.staffing@usdoj.gov, and to AUSA Daniel Castillo at daniel.castillo@doj.gov. There is no additional application form. Interviews will be conducted at the Career Services Office or via Zoom.
Additional Information
Students interested in the internship for the Fall 2025 – Spring 2026 academic year are encouraged to stop by Prof. Susan Klein’s office at TNH 3.207 for additional information. Her office hours are on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. You may call her at (512) 203-2257 or send an email.