Each year, the NRC selects a small number of graduating law students or judicial law clerks to serve in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC's) Honor Law Graduate Program (HLGP). Established in 1972, the HLGP is the primary mechanism for hiring entry level attorneys at the NRC.
As an Honor Law Graduate, you will serve in a two-year program consistent of rotational assignments through different OGC divisions in order to gain broad exposure to the diverse legal practice at the NRC.
The Honor Law Graduate Program allows you to collaborate with seasoned attorneys and work independently on a variety of assignments, such as the following: participating in administrative litigation involving activities and facilities licensed by the NRC reviewing environmental impact statements with technical staff drafting propsed regulations for new or revised safety standards assisting in the review and litigation of employment law matters, government contracts, fiscal law, and security issues researching and preparing briefs for submission to the federal courts of appeals.
You must possess a professional law degree acquired through graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association no later than June of the 2026 - 2027 academic year. You must include an unofficial or official copy of your college/university and law school transcripts with your application. Transcripts can be unofficial but must include the applicant's current academic standing and GPA.
All transcripts pertaining to the grade level for which you are applying are required for verification purposes. Please do not have your school send your official transcript separately from your application - an official transcript will be requested if you are selected. Transcript must include the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). Education must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education. If you have multiple degrees (e.g., BS, MS, PhD) please submit transcripts for each degree. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. If you are qualifying on foreign education, you MUST submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. Transcripts must be uploaded with your application to verify education. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.
As an NRC employee you will enjoy excellent Federal Benefits, including: comprehensive health and life insurance plans; Flexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent care; Dental and Vision Insurance; retirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan); annual (vacation) and paid sick leave; family friendly leave policies; 11 paid holidays per year; transit benefits.
This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.
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Natasha.Thomas@nrc.gov · 301-415-5241
This position is with Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.
The posted pay range is $111087 – $133142/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a L Access Authorization security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-18.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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