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Adams County Government DA Intern - General (Not for Law Students) - Unpaid in Adams County District Attorney - 1000 Judicial Center Drive. Brighton, Colorado
DA Intern - General (Not for Law Students) - Unpaid
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DA Intern - General (Not for Law Students) - Unpaid
Salary
$0.00 Annually
Location
Adams County District Attorney - 1000 Judicial Center Drive. Brighton, CO
Job Type
Internship-Unpaid
Job Number
2026-07341
Department
District Attorney
Division
District Attorney's Office
Opening Date
01/22/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Our Mission
The mission of the District Attorneys Office is to keep the community safe and to make the criminal justice system better through the fair and ethical prosecution of criminal offenders, while seeking justice for victims of crime.
EEO
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Position classification
Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.
Description
Benefits
Questions
What Success Looks Like In This Job
This application is for interest in general non-law student internships.
General internships are unpaid.
The 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office is seeking motivated students for a General Internship opportunity designed specifically for non-law majors. This internship offers valuable exposure to the criminal justice system while providing meaningful, hands-on experience in a professional public service environment.
Interns will support various divisions within the District Attorney’s Office and gain insight into how cases move through the judicial process. This is an excellent opportunity for students.
Learning Opportunities
I ntern assignments will be based on office needs and student interests when possible.
Int erns will:
Gain practical experience in a prosecutorial office
Develop professional communication and organizational skills
Learn about courtroom procedures and case processing
Observe collaboration between legal, administrative, and support teams
Build a foundation for careers in public service and criminal justice-related fields
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
Major is not in law or pre-law studies (non-law students only)
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Professional demeanor and reliability
Interest in public service and the criminal justice system
Work Schedule
Flexible scheduling options may be available to accommodate academic commitments.
Qualifications for Success
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
Major is not in law or pre-law studies (non-law students only)
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Professional demeanor and reliability
Interest in public service and the criminal justice system
Work Schedule
Flexible scheduling options may be available to accommodate academic commitments.
Adams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.
Employees within this job classification do not qualify for benefits.
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How long would you be interesting in interning with our office?What date would you be interested in starting the internship with us, if selected?
02
Are you over 18 years of age?
Yes
No
03
Are you a college or high school?
College
High School
04
Are you needing this internship for school credit?
Yes
No
05
Why should we choose you to intern with the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office?
06
Anyone interning in our office is subject to a background check. Are you willing to have a background check run?
Yes
No
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Is there anything you would like to disclose about events that may come up during a background check? If so, please answer below. Otherwise, type "n/a."
08
We have strict confidentiality rules. Do you agree to keeping all information within this office confidential?
Yes, I agree.
No, I do not agree.
Required Question
Employer
Adams County
Address
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213
Website
http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities
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