Organization: Allegheny County District Attorney's Office
Job Title: Fall Certified Legal Interns
Experience: Law students
Salary: Paid internships available
H1: Gain Hands-On Experience in Criminal Law
H2: Apply for the Fall Certified Legal Internship Program
The Allegheny County District Attorney's Office is offering a unique opportunity for law students interested in public service and criminal law. As a fall certified legal intern, you will have the chance to gain hands-on experience in various units within the Office, including Narcotics.
Fall applications for the program will open on July 1, 2025, and close on August 8, 2025. This is a highly competitive program, so interested students are encouraged to apply early.
As a certified legal intern, you will have the opportunity to appear in court on behalf of the Commonwealth under the direct supervision of an Assistant District Attorney. This may include handling guilty pleas, suppression motions, and non-jury trials. In order to become certified, students must have successfully completed an Evidence course and submit an application for certification, along with a Dean's certification. This is a great opportunity for law students to gain valuable courtroom experience before graduating.
About the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office:
The Office of the District Attorney serves as the Chief Law Enforcement Office of the county and works with over 100 active police departments, including the City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police, the Allegheny County Police Department, and the Allegheny County Sheriff's Department. The office is also responsible for reviewing complaints filed by private citizens.
The internship program is based in the main office, located on the third and fourth floors of the Allegheny County Courthouse, as well as offices located in the Frick along Grant Street in downtown Pittsburgh. With over 100 attorneys specializing in various areas, interns will be placed in a specific unit based on their skills, interests, and the needs of the Office.
General Internship Program Information:
The internship program is overseen by Assistant District Attorney Sarah Weikart, who can be contacted for any questions at sweikart@alleghenycountyda.us.
All interns will have the opportunity to engage in legal research and writing, assist with trial preparation, and accompany attorneys to conduct plea negotiations, jury selection, pre-trial motions, and trials. Some clerical duties may also be assigned.
Application Process:
Law students interested in the fall certified legal internship program should indicate in their cover letter whether they are seeking a paid internship, a credit externship, or are open to either option.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain hands-on experience in criminal law and make a difference in the community. Apply for the Fall Certified Legal Internship Program at the Allegheny County District Attorney's Office today.
