The Chambers of Judge Timothy M. Reif of the United States Court of International Trade seeks qualified second- or third-year law students for a fall 2025 internship on a part-time (at least 15 hours per week) or full-time basis. The U.S. Court of International Trade is an Article III federal court with national jurisdiction in matters related to international trade. Judge Reif also sits by designation on the United States District Courts for the Western District of North Carolina and the Eastern District of Oklahoma.
Interns will work closely with Judge Reif and his law clerks on assigned cases. Interns will have the opportunity to conduct legal research on the cases and administrative decisions that come before the court, prepare written memoranda and assist the clerks and Judge Reif in preparing drafts of judicial opinions. Interns will also have the opportunity to assist Judge Reif in preparing for and to observe oral arguments and hearings that happen during the tenure of the internship. As a specialized court, cases typically involve (1) decisions of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security whether and at what rate to levy customs duties, (2) decisions of the U.S. International Trade Commission and the U.S. Department of Commerce whether to levy antidumping and countervailing duties on certain imports, as well as (3) other types of legal disputes arising out of the importation of goods. Interns are required to have strong writing and analytical skills. An interest in international trade law and/or administrative law is recommended, albeit not required.
Applications will be accepted until August 15, 2025 (decisions will be made on a rolling basis). Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, writing sample and a list of the names of three references to TMR_Applicants@cit.uscourts.gov. Only applicants selected for an interview will be notified. Please note that all internships are unpaid, and that U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required. Interns may work remotely.