About the role#
The U.S. Department of Justice is hiring a Student Trainee for the U.S. Attorney's Office in Riverside, California. This is a part-time position requiring 24 hours of work per week. You will receive formal and on-the-job training, with responsibilities increasing in complexity as you gain experience.
What you'll do#
- Provide general office support to professional programs and technical staff.
- Answer the telephone, refer callers to staff members, and take messages.
- Operate a copy machine and manage document preparation, including collating and stapling materials.
- Sort and arrange files in alphabetical, numerical, or chronological order.
- Locate and retrieve office materials.
- Perform messenger duties as needed.
What you'll need#
- You must be a United States citizen or national.
- You must be at least 16 years of age.
- You must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited high school, technical or vocational school, or college or university.
- You must maintain good academic standing and carry at least a half-time course load.
- You must meet GS-3 level eligibility, which requires 6 months of general experience, 1 year of education above high school, or a combination of both.
- You must successfully complete a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting and credit checks.
- You must be registered for the Selective Service if applicable.
Location & details#
- Location: Riverside, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $18.12 per hour.
- Employment Type: Part-time.
About U.S. Department of Justice
The U.S. Department of Justice is a government agency based in Washington, DC. It operates to uphold the rule of law, maintain safety, and protect civil rights. The organization employs over 25,000 people and functions as a large federal entity.
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