Youth Ambassador Program

District Attorney New York County • New York, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The New York County District Attorney’s Office (DANY) is hiring 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 serving their communities and builds a network of youth leaders who amplify younger community members’ voices and input. Ambassadors are paid $17.00 per hour for hours worked and must attend the full three-month program, January 11, 2027, through March 17, 2027.

The program includes in-person meetings every Monday and Wednesday from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., along with two to five community engagement days, most likely on Saturdays. Applicants must reside in Manhattan, be 16–19 years old, and be authorized to work in the United States. There are no formal education requirements. Applicants must submit a 300-word essay explaining how the program can help them support their local community and identifying the Manhattan community they wish to represent, along with a one-page resume. A cover letter is not required.

Requirements

• Reside in Manhattan.
• Be 16–19 years old.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.
• Be able to understand and carry out simple instructions.
• Attend the full three-month program from January 11, 2027, through March 17, 2027.
• Submit a 300-word essay about how being a DANY Youth Ambassador can help support the applicant’s local community, including the Manhattan community they want to represent.
• Submit a one-page resume.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak Spanish may be required in some cases.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Paid program compensation of $17.00 per hour for hours worked.
• Prospective employees of the City of New York may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed