The American Bar Association Section of Antitrust Law is pleased to announce the launch of the Summer 2008 Section of Antitrust Law Fellowship Award.

The purpose of the Fellowship Award is to defray the housing and living expenses of distinguished law students pursuing unpaid summer employment opportunities within approved government agencies (federal, state, or international) dedicated to the enforcement of antitrust laws, or other institutions whose primary mission is to advance the study of antitrust and competition law. Each Fellow will receive a gross award of $5,000 and may receive reimbursement for certain travel expenses. In addition, each Fellow will be assigned a Section of Antitrust Law Mentor who will monitor the Fellow’s progress and meet with each Fellow several times throughout the summer months and be available to offer any assistance. Finally, each Fellow may be required to present a written summary of their experience to the Section of Antitrust Law upon completion of their employment.

To be considered, applicants must first demonstrate proof of an offer and acceptance of employment at a qualifying institution, including proof that the position is unpaid. There are a number of employers with whom unpaid summer employment will automatically qualify for consideration under this Fellowship Award. A listing of these employers can be found in the application packet. In addition, work at other institutions with missions consistent with the purposes of the Fellowship Award may also qualify.

Additional application requirements apply. Complete information, including the Fellowship Guidelines and Application Packet, are available here.

Applications and all supporting materials must be received by March 28, 2008.