DOJ Partners in Education . The Partners in Education program was initiated in April 1990, to encourage employees to work with youth in schools. There are currently 68 partnerships. Through this program, Department components establish partnerships with schools or school districts for employees to provide tutoring, mentoring, coaching, instructional, drug demand reduction, or other assistance. Partnerships are created locally, to allow employees, their supervisors, and school officials to determine the most appropriate services to provide.
Many employees volunteer their time during the school day, subject to supervisory approval.
In these special cases, the Attorney General has authorized up to eight hours of administrative leave per month, to participate in official DOJ Partners in Education Programs. School to Work Opportunities . Through this program, the Department hosts interns, shadows students, conducts field trips, and other activities to expose students to the world of work, and assist in preparing the students for college or employment. The Department serves on the advisory board for both of these programs, and assists with program administration. If employees are eligible, they will be given the necessary forms and assistance to apply for the earned income credit.