Law Clerk (Tax) - Honors Attorney Program (2026)

The IRS Office of Chief Counsel's Honors Program, at the GS-12 grade level, is a highly competitive program available primarily to graduating or recently graduated Tax LL.M. students. The program offers entry level positions that provide the opportunity to acquire significant training and experience in tax law. The positions are open to individuals each year who have superior academic qualifications or relevant experience to the work of the Office of Chief Counsel. Appointments will be made to a Law Clerk at the GS-12 for 14-months. Participants may be converted to an entry level Attorney position after admittance to a State Bar and demonstration of satisfactory employment during the interim period of 14 Months from original appointment. As a Law Clerk/Attorney with the Office of Chief Counsel you will work for one of several major Counsel legal divisions, based on your particular interest, qualifications, and the staffing needs of the Office. Whether you are in a field office or Natio