2027 Honors Fellowship

Title: 2027 Honors Fellowship

State Role Title:2027 Honors Fellowship

Hiring Range: $70000

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Attorney General & Dept of Law

Location:Office of the Attorney General

Agency Website: Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Office of the Attorney General (OAG) ) is now accepting applications to its 2027 Honors Program. Our prestigious Honors Fellow program offers an unparalleled opportunity for third-year law students to make a real difference in the Commonwealth. Upon passing the bar youll be automatically promoted to Assistant Attorney General with a salary increase providing a clear path to advancement in your legal career.

Were seeking passionate advocates for justice with sharp legal minds and strong academic records. The ideal candidate is a team player eager to serve the public interest committed to ethics and integrity. You should possess strong research writing and analytical skills.

At the OAG youll benefit from mentorship by experienced attorneys and specialized training fostering your professional development. This is your chance to shape the future of Virginia law while building a rewarding career in public service.

Minimum Qualifications

To be eligible for the Honors Fellowship applicants must:
Be graduating from an accredited law school
Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement
Plan to take the July 2027 Virginia Bar Exam

Additional Considerations

Successful applicants are initially hired as Honors Fellows earning a competitive salary of $70000.

The start date will be Wednesday August 25 2027.

Special Instructions

Kindly utilize the Virginia Jobs website () to submit your application. Applications submitted through other platforms will not be reviewed for the hiring process.

Contact Information

Name: OAG Recruitment

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.