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INTERNSHIP
What is the Internship Program?
The Internship Program provides college and full-time law school students with the opportunity to learn about the criminal justice system, gain courtroom experience and insight, and prepare for a career in prosecution. Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to the Solicitor-General and DCASG Kryss Roch.
Who is eligible to intern?
Law Students must meet the following criteria:
- Have completed their 1L year;
- Be a student in good standing with an accredited law school;
- Be interested in a career in prosecution;
College Students must meet the following criteria:
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Have completed their first year of college;
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Be a student in good standing with an accredited college or university;
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Have an interest in a career in prosecution, law enforcement, and/or victim advocacy.
How does the program work?
Law students will be assigned to a courtroom to work with that trial line team. The goal of the program is to allow the intern to work in the office for two years in order to prepare for a career in prosecution. DCASG Roch will meet with the interns on a bi-weekly basis to go over benchmarks designed to prepare the student for life as a prosecutor.
Rising 2L students will observe court sessions, assist drafting accusations, memos, appellate briefs, participating in community activities, assist the trial line attorneys and Solicitor-General in special projects, and gain other necessary experience to prepare them to practice under the 3rd Year Practice Act after their 2L year.
Interns asked to remain after their 2L year, or who begin their internship after their 2L year, will practice under the 3rd Year Practice Act. When ready, they will be assigned cases and continue to work through a benchmarked program to prepare them for a career in prosecution. The attorneys supervising the intern in the courtroom should consult with DCASG Roch prior to allowing the intern to litigate a case, in order to make sure they have completed the required benchmarks.
College internships will allow the student to spend equal time working with the investigators, victim advocates, and attorneys. They will learn about the court system by shadowing an investigator, victim advocate, and attorney. The intern will meet with DCASG Roch at the beginning and end of their time with each department, to ensure they are meeting required benchmarks. The internship can be tailored to meet the requirements of any coursework.
What should I do if I have questions?
Any questions regarding the internship program should be directed to DCASG Kryss Roch. Her email address is [email protected].
