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ABOUT THE U.S.TRUSTEE PROGRAM

The U.S. Trustee Program (USTP) is a litigating component of the Department of Justice whose mission is to promote the integrity and efficiency of the bankruptcy system for the benefit of all stakeholders―debtors, creditors, and the public. The USTP is a national program with 21 regions consisting of 83 field offices, and has broad administrative, regulatory, and enforcement authorities in bankruptcy cases, including chapter 7 and 13 consumer cases, family farmer chapter 12 cases, smallbusiness reorganizations, and complex chapter 11 corporate reorganizations.

 

OPPORTUNITIES

The USTP seeks to host analyst and auditor interns during the Summer 2026 session, June - August, throughout its 83 field offices.

 

We invite you to visit the USTP's Web site at U.S. Trustee Program | Department of Justice for more information. 

 

DESCRIPTION

Analysts and auditor interns will assist office staff with financial analysis and related investigative work associated with bankruptcy cases. This analysis and investigative work supports the litigation and civil enforcement efforts of the USTP.

 

The typical duties of an auditor/analyst include:

 

  • Work closely with staff, including attorneys, paralegals, and auditors, to review bankruptcy cases.
  • Analyze bankruptcy and financial documents to determine adequacy and accuracy, sometimes for testimony at trial.
  • Assist with reviewing and analyzing bankruptcy cases administered by standing and panel trustees.
  • Assist with reviewing the debtor's compliance with required forms and documents. 
  • Observe Initial Debtor Interviews, 341 Meeting of Creditors, and court hearings.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates will be recent graduates or current students attending an accredited college or university, preferably studying Accounting or a related field such as Business Administration, Finance, or PublicAdministration. The ideal candidate will have excellentresearch skills, show attention to detail, have desire to work as part of a small team of professionals, and be committedto fairness and integrity in the administration of the bankruptcysystem.

 

During the Summer 2026 session interns must generally commit to 32-to-40 hours per week for at least 10 weeks, from June - August. However, specific hours will be determined by each office, and some flexibility is available. 

 

Prior to entry on duty, all interns must undergo a suitability determination based on information provided in their security forms, a credit report, and a fingerprint check. This process can take several weeks.

Applicants must be U.S. Citizens.

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

This is an uncompensated internship. Academic credit and transit subsidiesare available. 

 

Some colleges and universities offer fellowships, grants, and other sources of funding to students participating in unpaid government or public service internships. In most cases, the USTP will participate in such programs when brought forward by an intern or school representative. 

 

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume (not to exceed TWO (2) pages), and any relevanttranscripts and certifications via email to ustp.internships@usdoj.gov. All documents should be in one PDF.

 

Applicants must indicate their preferred location in the email subject line and within their cover letter. Applicants may designate more than one office. The USTP field office locator is available here.

The application period for the Summer 2026 session ends on January 31, 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and positions may be filled prior to the final deadline.