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Larimer County

District Attorney Legal Intern Fall 2025 or Spring 2026

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  • Volunteer
  • $18 - $22/hour
  • FC 201 Laporte, CO
May 9, 2025 Attorney Criminal Law

Job Description

Overview

The District Attorney's Office seeks law students interested in a paid internship. 

Only individuals currently in law school will be considered. 
Specifically, for FALL 2025, we are looking for 2Ls or 3Ls (or those with more than 60 credit hours in law school), and for SPRING 2026, we are looking for 2L or 3Ls. Please note that our summer positions are full.

Our paid internships are open to students with less than 60 credits (not yet eligible for student practice) and those with more than 60 credits (eligible for student practice). Pay will vary based on eligibility.

As interns, students draft motions, conduct research, and assist during trials (when appropriate). Internships are available at our Loveland and Fort Collins locations, at both the County and District Court levels. We are hiring two interns for the Fall semester (10-15 hours/week) and two for Spring 2026 (10-15 hours/week). 

Please indicate your preferred semester(s) in your cover letter, addressed to Amanda Duhon, Chief Deputy District Attorney.


Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

  • Assisting attorneys in assigned courtrooms or units with various tasks.
  • Working closely with Deputy District Attorneys to gain hands-on experience.
  • Observing and learning the role of a practicing prosecutor.

To view the full job description, visit www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Internship_Temp

What we're looking for:
  • Strong writing and communication skills.
  • An interest in courtroom work.
  • Familiarity with common legal research techniques.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position. 

  • Must be at least 15 years of age.

Benefits
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.


Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

Salary
  • $18 - $22/hour


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