Youth Ambassador Program

Manhattan DA•New York, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) is recruiting Manhattan youth for its paid 2027 Youth Ambassador Program. Participants gain an insider’s view of the criminal justice system and learn about the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office and its role. The program gives youth a platform to share ideas about how DANY can serve their community. Ambassadors take part in workshops, discussions, community volunteer and engagement days, assigned projects, and a youth-led culminating event or initiative. They join DANY’s network of youth leaders, amplifying the voices and input of younger community members. Participants are paid only for hours worked at $17.00 per hour and must attend the full three-month program, January 11, 2027 through March 17, 2027. The program meets in person every Monday and Wednesday from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and includes two to five community engagement days, typically on Saturdays. Applicants must live in Manhattan and be 16–19 years old. Applicants must submit a 300-word essay describing how they would support their local community as an ambassador and identifying the Manhattan community they wish to represent, along with a one-page résumé. A cover letter is not required. Authorization to work in the United States is required. There are no formal education requirements; applicants must be able to understand and carry out simple instructions, and Spanish may be required in some cases.

Requirements

Must reside in Manhattan.
Must be 16–19 years old.
Must attend the full three-month program from January 11, 2027, through March 17, 2027.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must be able to understand and carry out simple instructions.
Submit a 300-word essay about supporting the local community as a DANY Youth Ambassador and identify the Manhattan community to represent.
Submit a one-page résumé.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Spanish may be required in some cases.

Responsibilities

Attend in-person meetings every Monday and Wednesday afternoon from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Participate in two to five community engagement days throughout the program, most likely on Saturdays.
Learn about the role of a District Attorney and the criminal justice system in Manhattan.
Participate in assigned reading and cohort discussions.
Recommend potential solutions to public safety issues prevalent in assigned communities.
Coordinate a DANY youth-led culminating event or initiative.