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Inaugural California Prosecutorial Job Fair
Step Into the Courtroom of Your Future.
Thank you to all who attended and participated in the inaugural California Prosecutorial Job Fair!
Your engagement, insight, and enthusiasm helped make this groundbreaking event a tremendous success—bringing together aspiring prosecutors and District Attorney’s Offices from across the state for a day of connection, mentorship, and opportunity.
We look forward to building on this momentum in 2026.
Stay tuned for more information about next year’s event!
Post-Bar Clerk (Post-Bar Legal Research Assistant)
The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for post-bar Legal Research Assistants to begin work in August 2027, after taking the February or July 2027 California Bar Exam.
Legal Research Assistants will begin a term of employment starting in August 2027. Upon admission to the Bar (usually at the beginning of December), Legal Research Assistants will begin conducting misdemeanor jury trials. Depending upon the needs of the office, this position can transition to a permanent position as a deputy district attorney.
Post-bar legal research assistant compensation will be at a rate of $34.28/hour.
The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for post-bar Legal Research Assistants to begin work in August 2027, after taking the February or July 2027 California Bar Exam.
Legal Research Assistants will begin a term of employment starting in August 2027. Upon admission to the Bar (usually at the beginning of December), Legal Research Assistants will begin conducting misdemeanor jury trials. Depending upon the needs of the office, this position can transition to a permanent position as a deputy district attorney.
Post-bar legal research assistant compensation will be at a rate of $34.28/hour.
Qualifications:
- Graduation from an ABA or California accredited law school in 2027, with plans to take the next available California State Bar exam.
- Candidates must be available for assignment within approximately one to two weeks after taking the California State Bar exam.
Please do not send a resume unless you meet the criteria.
How to Apply:
- We will be accepting cover letters and resumes for 2027 starting January 12, 2026.
2nd Annual Justice Academy
Coming 2026
The Justice Academy is a three day, intensive training program for all first and second year law students aspiring to become prosecutors, offering hands-on trial advocacy experience, direct mentorship from seasoned prosecutors, and real-world courtroom exposure.
Law Student Internships
2027 Summer Paid Intern Program (2L Summer Position)
The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for its paid summer intern program for 2027. Interns will work with deputy district attorneys on legal research, court assistance, and misdemeanor arraignment tasks. They will prepare misdemeanor cases, negotiate plea deals, record pleas, and oversee sentencing. Interns may also present evidence in court during preliminary hearings, motions to suppress, discovery motions, and probation violation hearings.
Additionally, we are seeking interns for the Justice, Training & Integrity (JTI) Unit. The JTI Intern will research complex legal issues, draft trial and appellate briefs, and respond to petitions for writ of habeas corpus. The JTI Intern applicant should possess strong legal research and writing skills, along with Moot Court and/or law journal experience. Please specifically request to be considered for this position.
This is a 10 week program beginning in late May 2027. Compensation will be at a rate of $31.10/hour.
The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for its paid summer intern program for 2027. Interns will work with deputy district attorneys on legal research, court assistance, and misdemeanor arraignment tasks. They will prepare misdemeanor cases, negotiate plea deals, record pleas, and oversee sentencing. Interns may also present evidence in court during preliminary hearings, motions to suppress, discovery motions, and probation violation hearings.
Additionally, we are seeking interns for the Justice, Training & Integrity (JTI) Unit. The JTI Intern will research complex legal issues, draft trial and appellate briefs, and respond to petitions for writ of habeas corpus. The JTI Intern applicant should possess strong legal research and writing skills, along with Moot Court and/or law journal experience. Please specifically request to be considered for this position.
This is a 10 week program beginning in late May 2027. Compensation will be at a rate of $31.10/hour.
Qualifications:
- Full-time enrollment at an ABA or California accredited university leading to a degree in law.
- Completion of the second year day or third year evening of law school by summer 2027.
- Taken or enrolled in a course in Evidence.
- Completing courses in Criminal Law, Criminal Procedures & Constitutional Law by the time the program begins would be helpful, but are not required.
How to Apply:
- We will be accepting cover letters and resumes for 2027 starting January 12, 2026.
2026 Fall Volunteer Intern
The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for our 2026 Fall Semester Law Student Internship and Externship program. This program is offered to 2nd and 3rd year law students. Students will have the opportunity to work with deputy district attorneys doing legal research and writing projects, case preparation and assisting in the misdemeanor arraignment courts.
Enrollment in or completion of a course in Evidence and Civil Procedure is preferred, but not required. Eligible students will apply to obtain PTLS certification from the State Bar of California and be able to participate in supervised court appearances and evidentiary hearings.
This is a part-time internship position that requires a minimum of 15 hours per week. This program begins August 17, 2026.
The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for our 2026 Fall Semester Law Student Internship and Externship program. This program is offered to 2nd and 3rd year law students. Students will have the opportunity to work with deputy district attorneys doing legal research and writing projects, case preparation and assisting in the misdemeanor arraignment courts.
Enrollment in or completion of a course in Evidence and Civil Procedure is preferred, but not required. Eligible students will apply to obtain PTLS certification from the State Bar of California and be able to participate in supervised court appearances and evidentiary hearings.
This is a part-time internship position that requires a minimum of 15 hours per week. This program begins August 17, 2026.
How to Apply:
- Please submit letter of interest and resume by June 5, 2026, by e-mail to Kristy Lao at InternshipApplication@sacda.org
- Address cover letters to Supervising Deputy District Attorney Catrina Ranum
- Interviews will be conducted the week of June 8th
2026 Summer Law Student Volunteer Internship Program
We are currently accepting applications for our Summer 2026 1L Internship Program. This 10 week full-time immersive volunteer internship program is for students who will have completed their 1st year of law school. Students will have the opportunity to work with Deputy District Attorneys doing legal research and writing, case preparation, assisting attorneys in court and handling a variety of legal projects.
We are currently accepting applications for our Summer 2026 1L Internship Program. This 10 week full-time immersive volunteer internship program is for students who will have completed their 1st year of law school. Students will have the opportunity to work with Deputy District Attorneys doing legal research and writing, case preparation, assisting attorneys in court and handling a variety of legal projects.
How to Apply:
- Please submit letter of interest and resume by February 16, 2026, by e-mail to Kristy Lao at InternshipApplication@sacda.org
- Address cover letters to Supervising Deputy District Attorney Catrina Ranum
- Interviews will be conducted at the end of February
How to Apply:
- Please submit letter of interest and resume by February 16, 2026, by e-mail to Kristy Lao at InternshipApplication@sacda.org
- Address cover letters to Supervising Deputy District Attorney Catrina Ranum
- Interviews will be conducted at the end of February
2026 Summer Volunteer Undergraduate Internship Program
The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office is currently accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Volunteer Undergraduate Internship program.
Internship general duties can include, but are not limited to, organizing trial binders, copying documents, producing transcriptions, data entry, filing, scanning, reviewing audio and video evidence, and assisting attorneys with case tasks.
Additionally, students will be provided with time to observe court hearings as scheduling permits.
This internship is a 10-week program and requires a minimum of 15 hours per week.
The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office is currently accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Volunteer Undergraduate Internship program.
Internship general duties can include, but are not limited to, organizing trial binders, copying documents, producing transcriptions, data entry, filing, scanning, reviewing audio and video evidence, and assisting attorneys with case tasks.
Additionally, students will be provided with time to observe court hearings as scheduling permits.
This internship is a 10-week program and requires a minimum of 15 hours per week.
How to Apply:
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Intern Coordinator, Yvette Thompson at undergrad@sacda.org or mail to 901 G Street, Sacramento CA, 95814.
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Application Deadline: March 2, 2026
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Internship Begins: June 1, 2026
LOAN FORGIVENESS
/ CANCELLATION
Eligibility based on employment with the Sacramento County District Attorney's Office
Eligibility based on employment with the Sacramento County District Attorney's Office
Government Forgiveness
Over the past two years, Congress has enacted the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 and the College Cost Reduction and Access Act both offering loan forgiveness to those entering and maintaining careers in public interest fields. More information may be found at U. S. Department of Education website, www.ed.gov.
Federal Perkins Loan Cancellation
The Perkins loan is a low-interest loan awarded to undergraduate students with exceptional financial need. The Perkins loan program is campus-based, with your school acting as the lender using a limited pool of funds provided by the federal government. For certain students who work in the fields of law enforcement, medicine or education after graduation, provisions exist for cancellation or forgiveness of all or a portion of a Federal Perkins Loan.
More information on loan cancellation can be found at www.studentaid.ed.gov.
Requests for cancellation must be made through your school's financial aid office or employer.