About the role#
This externship program provides practical legal training for law students during the Fall 2026 semester. Participants gain hands-on experience by supporting the operations of the Nassau County District Attorney's Office.
What you'll do#
- Investigate violations of state and local criminal statutes.
- Assist attorneys within the District Attorney's Office.
- Participate in practical legal training.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Hofstra student or a St. John's Law clinic student.
- Supervision by approved professors is required.
Location & details#
- Location: Hempstead, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid.
- Eligible majors: Political Science, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, and Communications.
About Nassau County District Attorney
The Nassau County District Attorney is a government agency based in Mineola, New York. It functions as one of the largest district attorney offices in the United States. The office employs between 201 and 500 people. Its attorneys prosecute nearly 30,000 cases each year.
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