Summer (2027) Appeals Intern
About The Position
The Arapahoe County District Attorney’s Office appellate internship offers law students the opportunity to work on real criminal cases alongside attorneys in the Appeals Unit. Interns review trial court records, conduct legal research on complex criminal-law issues, and draft legal briefs for submission to the District Court, Colorado Court of Appeals, and Colorado Supreme Court. They may also help create template motions or legal memoranda for use by prosecution units. The program provides training and mentoring for law students considering a career in criminal prosecution, with the aim of preparing interns to return as 3L interns working and trying cases under the Student Practice Act, and potentially later as deputy district attorneys. Applicants must be attending law school and have completed their first year before the internship begins. No prior experience is required. The work is generally performed in a standard office environment. The position is temporary and pays $21 per hour. Pre-employment requirements include acceptable motor vehicle and background checks, fingerprinting and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation background check, and possession of a valid Colorado Class R driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.
Requirements
- Currently attending law school and completed at least the first year before the internship start date.
- Commitment to public service and desire to protect the rights and interests of crime victims.
- Ability to clearly and persuasively analyze legal and factual scenarios.
- Ability to conduct legal research and organize and summarize complex legal issues clearly and concisely.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, coworkers, court staff, law enforcement and related-agency personnel, press/media reporters, and the general public.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Meet the behavioral competencies required for all Arapahoe County positions: accountability, accessibility, inclusivity, and integrity.
- Successfully pass pre-employment testing, including an acceptable motor vehicle record and background check.
- Possess a valid Class R Colorado Driver’s License or be able to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.
- Undergo fingerprinting and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation background check.
Responsibilities
- Review trial court records.
- Conduct legal research regarding complex issues pertaining to criminal law.
- Draft legal briefs for matters appealed from county court to District Court and from District Court to the Colorado Court of Appeals or Colorado Supreme Court.
- Assist with creating template motions or legal memoranda for prosecution units when called upon.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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