2L Summer Intern (District Attorney's Office)

Douglas County, CO • Castle Rock, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This 2L Summer Intern position at the District Attorney's Office offers law students a unique opportunity to conduct meaningful work on real criminal cases. Interns will work alongside experienced prosecutors and be involved in all aspects of criminal prosecution, from investigation through trial. This includes cases involving murder, sexual assault, aggravated robbery, and other violent crimes. Interns will research legal issues, draft pleadings, observe courtroom proceedings, review felony filings, and prepare trial exhibits. The program is designed for students considering a career in criminal prosecution, with the goal of preparing them to return as 3L interns and potentially as deputy district attorneys.

Requirements

• Currently attending law school.
• Must have completed their first year of law school prior to the internship start date.
• Must be a current 2L law student applicant.

Nice To Haves

• Contemplating a career in criminal prosecution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct meaningful work on real criminal cases.
• Become involved in all aspects of criminal prosecution from the investigative stage through trial.
• Research novel and interesting legal issues.
• Assist in drafting corresponding pleadings.
• Observe courtroom proceedings where legal issues are litigated.
• Review new felony filings for potential evidentiary challenges.
• Prepare exhibits for trial.

Benefits

• Earn pay.
• Earn law school credit.
• Hourly wage of $21.00.
• Office events such as chili cook-off challenge, cornhole tournament, wildlife photo contest, office softball and golf team, annual winter holiday party, trick-or-treat street, and summer BBQs.
• Opportunity to learn from experienced prosecutors who teach at conferences and law schools.
• Opportunity to be part of a team that uses data dashboards, DNA analysis, and digital data analysis.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree