{"id":702,"date":"2017-11-27T18:54:26","date_gmt":"2017-11-27T18:54:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nau.edu\/criminology-and-criminal-justice\/?page_id=702"},"modified":"2020-09-18T13:13:17","modified_gmt":"2020-09-18T20:13:17","slug":"court-legal-profession-internships","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/in.nau.edu\/department-criminology-criminal-justice\/court-legal-profession-internships\/","title":{"rendered":"Court & Legal Profession Internships"},"content":{"rendered":"

Court & legal profession internships<\/h1>\n

Options for CCJ students at NAU while pursuing degrees in criminology and criminal justice<\/h2>\n
As a student in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Northern Arizona University, you have the opportunity to pursue an internship while earning your degree. If working in the court system or in a legal profession is of interest to you, explore the options below.<\/p>\n

Available options in the fields of court and legal professions<\/h3>\n\n
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Coconino County Public Defender\u2019s Office Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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The public defender’s office<\/a> provides representation for individuals facing:<\/p>\n
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criminal charges<\/li>\n
juvenile adjudications<\/li>\n
mental health commitments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You will assist defense attorneys by:<\/p>\n
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filing documents<\/li>\n
taking messages<\/li>\n
conducting legal research<\/li>\n
interviewing clients<\/li>\n
aiding in case preparation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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U.S. Attorney\u2019s Office Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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The U.S. Attorney’s Office<\/a> would like one or two interns for each semester or summer<\/span>. You would be heavily involved in the federal prosecution of offenders arising from offences that occurred in Northern Arizona. You should apply at least nine months prior to the start date, given the lengthy background investigative period. The duties include:<\/p>\n
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case preparation<\/li>\n
basic research<\/li>\n
witness interviews<\/li>\n
trial preparation<\/li>\n
attendance at trial strategy sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Coconino County Legal Aid Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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The Coconino County Legal Aid Office<\/a> offers legal counseling, representation, and related services for criminal defendants. You will be offered many opportunities to assist attorneys with a number of tasks associated with public defense. You will:<\/p>\n
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perform administrative tasks, such as completing paperwork and filing records<\/li>\n
assist with trial preparation, such as gathering information from defendants over the phone and through personal interviews<\/li>\n
assist attorneys with defense strategies<\/li>\n
be given opportunities to observe actual court proceedings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Coconino County DUI Drug Court Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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The DUI\/ Drug Court<\/a> is a court-supervised, comprehensive treatment program for nonviolent offenders. You will help personnel perform such duties as:<\/p>\n
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client intake and orientation tasks<\/li>\n
monitoring and supervising clients<\/li>\n
completing client graduation evaluations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Hammond Legal Office Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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At Hammond Legal Office<\/a>, students will gain experience in the legal field by working alongside an attorney, performing case preparation duties, and observing actual court proceedings. You will:<\/p>\n
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gather information on clients and cases<\/li>\n
conduct interviews with clients<\/li>\n
assist with clerical duties, such as taking messages and organizing files<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Hufford, Horstman, Mongini, Parnell, and Tucker Law Offices Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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In this law office<\/a> specializing in civil law, you’ll experience the daily routine of a busy law office by:<\/p>\n
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filing court documents<\/li>\n
taking messages<\/li>\n
interviewing clients<\/li>\n
accompanying lawyers while they participate in case preparation and actual court hearings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Law Office of Lee Phillips Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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At the Law Office of Lee Phillips, you’ll assist with criminal cases by:<\/p>\n
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organizing client files<\/li>\n
conducting client interviews<\/li>\n
taking messages<\/li>\n
filing documents<\/li>\n
observing court proceedings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Legislative internships Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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You’ll have the opportunity to work with the Arizona Legislature<\/a> or the Supreme Court<\/a>. Applications are competitive and are usually due around November 1st of each year.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Coconino County Board of Supervisors Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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Students will assist the County Board of Supervisors<\/a> with:<\/p>\n
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research projects<\/li>\n
event coordination<\/li>\n
meetings<\/li>\n
some administrative tasks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Preference is given to:<\/p>\n
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Juniors<\/li>\n
Seniors<\/li>\n
Graduate students<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
We prefer candidates who:<\/p>\n
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are familiar with internet research<\/li>\n
possess excellent written and oral communication skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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DNA Legal Services Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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DNA Legal Services<\/a> serves as advocates and teachers to:<\/p>\n
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address the causes and symptoms of poverty<\/li>\n
foster individual independence and dignity<\/li>\n
protect and promote tribal sovereignty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The agency provides:<\/p>\n
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direct representation in court or at administration hearings<\/li>\n
document review<\/li>\n
self-help workshops and clinics in the areas of:\n
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family law (particularly domestic violence and elder abuse)<\/li>\n
healthcare<\/li>\n
housing law<\/li>\n
government benefits<\/li>\n
employment law<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You will provide a variety of services, including:<\/p>\n
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client intake<\/li>\n
document handling<\/li>\n
client support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Contact the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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