2027 Spring Internship - Marshal's Office

Summary

This is a full-time position with the Marshal's Office at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C. Closing Date: Saturday, 09/26/2026, 11:59 PM ET 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.

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.

Qualifications and evaluation

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/13048210

Education

At least two semesters of undergraduate study are required.

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, 09/26/2026, 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.

Required documents

The following documents are required: A resume A cover letter that explains why you are seeking a fall 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

Additional information

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