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Harris County District Attorney's Office

Academic Paralegal Intern

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  • Internship
  • Houston, TX
January 17, 2026 Paralegal

Job Description

** THIS APPLICATION IS SOLELY FOR PARALEGAL STUDENTS WHO ARE CURRENLTY ENROLLED IN AN ACREDITED COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY FOR PARALEGAL STUDIES AND CERTIFICATION. THANK YOU.***

Academic (Unpaid) Paralegal Internship

Academic Paralegal Interns are assigned to work directly with experienced paralegals and trial attorneys. They will assist paralegals and attorneys with a wide range of duties, including (1) victim and witness interviews; (2) assistance with formal plea procedures; (3) trial preparation; (4) research and writing; and (5) assistance with jury selection and jury trials. Interns routinely accompany prosecutors to court to observe and help with court dockets, hearings, and trials. Interns may also be required to complete additional assignments, specific projects, or observations as prescribed by their school or professors.

PLEASE SUBMIT:

Cover Letter

Resume

Application

Unofficial transcript

Head and shoulders shot photo (For ID badge)

Paralegal Academic Interns are not paid a salary and can work a maximum of 40 hours per week during the summer internship term. Fall interns will work completely in- person as HCDAO does not offer remote internships.

If you are chosen for an HCDAO Paralegal Internship position, your file will be sent to our investigators for a full background check. Once it is complete, your file will go to the HCDAO HR Director for final review and approval.



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