Student Practice Attorney; Law School Graduate

Student Practice Internship – 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office

The mission of the District Attorney’s 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. This externship program offers practical, hands‑on experience in the field of criminal prosecution, allowing participants to develop their skills, deepen their knowledge, and engage in work that supports victims, public safety, and justice.

• Take ownership of your caseload and develop case strategy and trial advocacy under supervision.
• Draft and argue motions and interact with law enforcement, victims, and witnesses.
• Gain confidence in courtroom procedure and jury trial practice through real courtroom experience.
• Participate in training sessions, court observations, and collaborative meetings with experienced prosecutors.
• Represent the people of the State of Colorado in court under the Student Practice Act with supervision.

• Duly enrolled in an ABA‑accredited law school and have completed two years of legal studies.
• Not yet graduated from law school.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Will be fully authorized to appear in court and try cases under supervision.

Equal Opportunity Employer – EEO Statement

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. Applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation when additional materials are requested.

Applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis and may be filled prior to the listed closing date. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible to ensure consideration.