Undergraduate internship question — SDNY or DC USAO?
Posted: Mon Jun 29, 2026 7:06 pm
Hello all,
I'm currently a rising junior deciding between two fall semester internship positions — USAO SDNY or USAO DC. Both are compelling opportunities, but I figured your legal community could afford some perspective as to which internship would prove a better experience.
What should I consider when deciding between the two? Is one objectively superior? I'm primarily interested in national security law, constitutional law, and appellate litigation — so any insights into SDNY's and DC's respective strengths in such areas would be appreciated!
Thank y'all so much.
I'm currently a rising junior deciding between two fall semester internship positions — USAO SDNY or USAO DC. Both are compelling opportunities, but I figured your legal community could afford some perspective as to which internship would prove a better experience.
What should I consider when deciding between the two? Is one objectively superior? I'm primarily interested in national security law, constitutional law, and appellate litigation — so any insights into SDNY's and DC's respective strengths in such areas would be appreciated!
Thank y'all so much.