[Hiring] 2026 Fall Law Clerk Recruitment Program - Summer 2027 Clerkships @State of Washington

Role Description

The Attorney General’s Office is pleased to invite qualified second-year law students to apply for summer 2027 paid law clerk or externship positions via our 2026 Fall Recruitment Program.

Law clerks and externs with the Washington Attorney General’s Office have opportunities to engage in meaningful work making a difference for Washingtonians. Our office is committed to supporting you in your growth through worthwhile, enriching, and educational experiences working for what we believe to be the best public law firm in the country.

Although each law clerk's experience is unique, the following duties are typical of an AGO law clerk:

• Researching and writing memoranda, pleadings, and correspondence;
• Assisting in preparation for litigation, i.e., depositions, witness interviews, and discovery;
• Drafting client advice memos and attending meetings where that advice is then presented to the client;
• Observing attorneys in court, particularly for those cases in which the law clerk provided assistance. Rule 9 law clerks may be allowed to present in court.

Qualifications

• Committed to public service as demonstrated by background, talents, attitude, and enthusiasm for public law practice.
• Excel academically as demonstrated by law school grades and class standing.
• Demonstrate a high degree of competence based on prior experiences.
• Currently attending an ABA accredited law school.
• Diverse background in education, previous work experience, law school activities, extracurricular activities, community service, and areas of interest that enhance our office.

Requirements

• To be considered for our fall recruitment program, apply using the green button and submit a profile.
• Attach the following documents, preferably as PDFs:
  • A letter of interest;
  • Resume;
  • Law School Transcript (official or unofficial);
  • Letter of recommendation (can be submitted separately by the recommender).
• Incomplete applications will not be accepted or considered.
• All applicants must apply via this system by 11:59 p.m. on September 7, 2026.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $24/hour for law clerks who have completed their second year of law school.
• Additional 5% King County Location Pay for positions assigned to Seattle office locations.
• Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Military and Civil Leave, and Paid Holidays.
• Health and wellness program.
• Access to a training and career development program recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide.
• Enrollment in the Public Employees’ Retirement System, receiving one service credit for each month worked of 90 hours or more.
• Note: Due to the limited duration of these positions (less than six months), law clerks are not eligible for medical and dental benefits.