Graduate Teaching Fellowships
Clinical Teaching Fellowship 2026-2028
Interested in trying something new?
Would you like to help train the next generation of “legislative lawyers”?
The Federal Legislation Clinic at Georgetown Law is hiring a Teaching Fellow for a two-year term starting in the summer of 2026. Georgetown is home to the preeminent clinical legal education program in the country, and the Federal Legislation Clinic is one of the premier legislative clinics in the nation—operating just steps away from Capitol Hill. The Clinic trains law students to be “legislative lawyers” at the intersection of law and politics through pro bono representation of nonprofit clients on critical legislative issues before Congress.
The Fellowship
The Fellow will serve for two years, with increasing responsibility as the fellowship continues. The Fellow will supervise up to six J.D. students and work with the Clinic’s clients to help identify legislative projects, support research and analysis, edit materials, and prepare for meetings with stakeholders, coalitions, and congressional offices. The Fellow also will help design and teach Clinic seminars and assist in conducting student assessments.
Candidates must have a J.D. and experience working in or with Congress or a state legislature. Varied levels of experience will be considered. Previous Fellows have included former committee and personal office staff from both the House and Senate. Some have used the fellowship to explore careers in academia, while others have taken a hiatus with the intention of returning to Congress, an advocacy group, an agency, or private practice. Candidates with a strong commitment to social justice and the public interest are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- The Fellow will receive $70,000 in the first year and $75,000 in the second year.
- Upon completion, the Fellow will receive an LL.M. in Advocacy.
- Fellows have flexibility to schedule their time during the summers to focus on scholarship and other professional development opportunities
Application Instructions
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through February 9, 2026. To apply, submit a cover letter, a resume, and an official or unofficial law school transcript. Please address your cover letter to the Clinic’s director, Professor David Rapallo, and send questions to FederalLegislationClinic@georgetown.edu(This link opens in a new tab). Applications must be submitted through the Interfolio portal at https://apply.interfolio.com/179845.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.