The District Attorney's Office is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

All applicants must pass a criminal background check prior to being accepted into any of these programs.

Application deadlines vary per program.

Additionally, any university/institution deadlines specifically required for academic success must be observed by the student.

The District Attorney's Office has three volunteer/intern programs. These are non-paid positions.

You may contact each program’s intern coordinator by the phone number or email listed below. If you still need assistance, please call us at 770-528-3080.

Criminal Investigators in the DA’s Office assist prosecutors in preparing felony cases for trial by collecting various pieces of evidence, conducting follow-up interviews of witnesses, and serving subpoenas.

Interns and volunteers in this program are exposed to all aspects of prosecution and case preparation, from warrant to trial. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to reviewing cases, assisting/observing Criminal Investigators, attending court, and working on special projects.

All internships are unpaid. Internships generally follow school semesters: spring, summer and fall.

Applicants must submit these materials:

1. Completed application;
2. Authorization for Release of Information with applicant’s signature witnessed by a notary public and a photocopy of driver’s license;
3. School transcript (It does not need to be certified); and
4. One letter of recommendation.

Interns of the Criminal Investigations Unit must be of Junior or Senior standing in their undergraduate work or in graduate school (Minimal GPA 2.75). Students majoring in pre-law, criminal justice or social services and with internship requirement for school credit will receive priority consideration. Students interning for college credit are expected to intern throughout the semester and it is the student’s responsibility to make sure enough hours are worked to earn the college credit. Prospective interns who successfully complete the application process and pass the background check will be invited for a formal interview. Interns accepted into the program must attend orientation. Due to COVID-19, our investigations internship program has been scaled back.

Application packets may be submitted via email to Investigator Valerie Drahush at valerie.drahush@cobbcounty.gov or by U.S mail to  Bureau of Investigations, Cobb County DA’s Office, 70 Haynes St., Marietta, Ga. 30090.

Application, Investigations Unit

Criminal Prosecution Externship/Internship (Student Prosecutors)

The Trial Division of the District Attorney’s Office handles all pretrial and trial matters of indicted and accused felony cases.

This includes arraignments, motion hearings, and trials. Additionally, this division handles the accusation/indictment phase of most cases. The Trial Division Assistant District Attorneys are some of the most notable prosecutors in the State and, in some cases, the nation. Student Prosecutors are assigned to work with a trial team of two Assistant District Attorneys, an investigator, a victim advocate, and a legal assistant. Student Prosecutors will also work closely with victims, civilian witnesses, police officers, courtroom staff, and other Student Prosecutors. The Trial program will prepare you for courtroom work. Whether arguing motions or conducting trials, confidence and experience are essential qualities acquired over time. As a Student Prosecutor, you will be allowed to handle all aspects of the job that the trial attorneys perform daily. The only limits on your experience will be your work ethic and effort.

To participate in a trial internship, you must have completed your second year of law school and meet the requirements for the third-year practice under Georgia law.

For more information, contact: Assistant District Attorney Nolan Slifko at Nolan.Slifko@cobbcounty.gov or Assistant District Attorney Erman Tanjuatco at erman.tanjuatco@cobbcounty.gov

The Appellate Division is primarily responsible for all appeals and other post-trial matters in cases prosecuted by our office. Appellate interns work closely with the attorneys in the division, reading trial transcripts, preparing appellate briefs, attending court and handling other matters that come into our division. Interns of the Appellate Division must be currently enrolled in law school. Summer internships for rising 1L students usually run from the third week of May to the second week of August.

For more information, contact:

Assistant District Attorney Elizabeth York

elizabeth.york@cobbcounty.gov

The Victim Witness Assistance Unit of the District Attorney’s Office is mandated by law under the Georgia Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights to provide direct support and notification services to victims and witnesses of felony criminal acts that occur in Cobb County.

Our work allows victims of crime to have a voice in, participate in, and be notified of the occurrences of the criminal case. Responsibilities of an intern/volunteer will include but are not limited to contacting victims and witnesses regarding court dates and case status; helping to determine restitution and completing victim compensation forms; attending court with victims and witnesses; assisting victim advocates in trial preparation; and contacting victims, witnesses, and law enforcement officers to advise of court matters and assist with scheduling court appearances.

Internships with the Victim Witness Unit are highly competitive. A criminal background check and interview must occur before any intern is accepted, so you are highly encouraged to begin the application process early to meet school deadlines. Additionally, applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and submit a certified copy of their transcripts, a copy of their driver’s license, and a resume as part of their application.

For more information, contact:

Deidre Atkins, Intern Coordinator

 Deidre.Atkins@cobbcounty.gov or 770-528-8965

Application, Victim Witness Assistance Unit

The Child Support Services Division of the District Attorney’s Office is tasked with assisting parents of minor children with their child support.  We handle interstate child support cases where one parent lives in the State of Georgia and the other parent lives in another state or country.  We establish paternity and child support orders, register child support orders from other states and countries, and enforce child support orders.  We work directly with parents and child support agencies of other states.  Our court cases are primarily in the Cobb Superior Court, but we also appear in the Cobb Magistrate Court and the Georgia Office of State Administrative Hearings.

Child Support Division Interns will assist agents with administrative duties and court-related tasks.  Duties may include working with financial data, payment histories, and court pleadings.

We are seeking interns who have an interest or background in social services or family law.

We look forward to working with interns who are outgoing and upbeat, have excellent written and oral communication skills, are organized with an ability to prioritize time-sensitive assignments, and can maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

All applicants must pass a criminal background check and sign a confidentiality agreement.

To apply for a Child Support Services Internship, please submit a resume to Senior Assistant District Attorney Amelia Pray at amelia.pray@cobbcounty.gov or Agent I Kristen DeMao at kristen.demao@dhs.ga.gov. 

RedBud Blossom Family Justice Center, a division of the Cobb District Attorney’s Office, provides comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder and child abuse, human trafficking, and stalking.

 Volunteers and interns work in various capacities such as work alongside FJC staff to advocate for clients' needs within various social service and legal systems, assist with managing the front desk, including greeting clients, staff, partners and visitors, checking in clients, routing them to appropriate team members, and managing external phone and email correspondences; supporting FJC staff in providing immediate crisis intervention and safety planning for clients in distress, accompany clients to court proceedings, offering emotional support, help maintain accurate records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with organizational policies,  and participate in community initiatives, helping to raise awareness about domestic violence and other areas of purpose.

Interns must currently pursue a degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology, and related fields, must be able to pass criminal and child abuse background checks, be proficient in Microsoft Office and other Windows- based platforms, have reliable transportation, and have flexibility to work in environments requiring long periods of sitting and /or standing. All internships are unpaid and follow school semesters: Spring, Summer, and Fall

We are looking for caring and compassionate volunteers to assist in our agency’s mission.  Individuals who are passionate about serving others, have good communication skills, can work well in a team, interested in working with our client base and areas of purpose, have flexibility and adaptability, are willing to learn and take on a variety of tasks, and are reliable and punctual.

To be considered as an intern or volunteer, all applicants must submit:

1. A completed application
2. Authorization for Release of Information with applicant’s signature witnessed by a notary public and front and back copies of drivers’ license.
3. Two references

Application packets may be submitted via email to Volunteer Coordinator Jessy Brutus-Carre at jessy.brutus-carre@cobbcounty .org.