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Division/Unit: Community Partnership Unit
Civil Service Title: High School Aide
Position Title: High School Intern
Salary Range: $17.00/hr - $17.00/hr
Job Description:
The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has openings for the 2026 Summer High School Internship Program. This rigorous five-week, paid internship provides students with an insider’s view of the criminal justice system. Participants will engage in workshops and discussions, participate in a mock trial program, develop professionalism in an office setting, and more. Interns will be paid minimum wage.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Engage in workshops and hands-on experiences to get an inside look into the criminal justice system.
- Complete assigned reading to participate in group discussions.
- Participate in a mock trial and policy proposal project.
- Work in a unit and perform related tasks as assigned.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must reside in Manhattan
- Applicants must be current juniors, or seniors in high school.
How to Apply:
- One-page Resume and a 300 – word essay discussing your interest in criminal justice.
Hours/Shift:
- Interns must attend the full five-week session from June 29, 2026 – July 31, 2026.
- In-person Monday through Friday from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
- Employment in this title is restricted to students enrolled in and attending high school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a high school student. No student shall be employed for more than 20 hours in any week that school is in session. Students may be employed full‐time during their vacation periods.
Contact Information:
- If you are experiencing issues with the application process, please reach out to Liz Artz at highschoolinternship@dany.nyc.gov or 718-915-3096.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
