Graduate Fellowship Program
Launch your prosecution career with the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office.
Our Graduate Fellowship Program provides a paid pathway from law school graduation to service as an Assistant District Attorney. The program supports aspiring prosecutors as they prepare for the bar exam and transition into legal practice.
Who Can Apply?
The program is designed for third-year (3L) law students interested in pursuing a career in prosecution after graduation and committing to at least three years of service with our office.
Qualifications
Be a 3L law student with plans to graduate before beginning the fellowship.
Demonstrate an interest in prosecution and public service.
Possess strong legal research, writing, communication, and organizational skills.
Plan to take the first available bar examination following graduation and pursue admission to practice law in Georgia.
Be willing to commit to three years of service as an Assistant District Attorney following admission to practice.
Prior internship experience with the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office is preferred but not required.
Application Materials
Résumé outlining education, work experience, internships, and relevant activities.
Cover letter explaining your interest in prosecution, our office, and the Graduate Fellowship Program.
Legal writing sample demonstrating research and analytical skills. Please submit work you are authorized to share, with confidential information removed.
Two letters of recommendation from professors, supervising attorneys, or employers who can speak to your abilities and readiness for a legal career.
What to Expect
Interns rotate through different areas of the office to gain a broader understanding of staff roles and responsibilities. Experiences may include courtroom observation, exposure to victim advocacy and investigations, and opportunities to assist with assignments.
Program Structure
Paid Graduate Fellowship
The fellowship begins after successful graduation from law school. Fellows receive a salary during the period between graduation and receipt of their bar examination results.
Paid Bar Preparation Leave
Fellows receive one month of paid leave to prepare for and take the bar examination. Leave dates are coordinated with the office based on the applicable exam schedule and operational needs.
Transition to Assistant District Attorney
Upon passing the bar examination, gaining admission to practice law in Georgia, and satisfying applicable employment requirements, fellows transition into an Assistant District Attorney position.
Express Your Interest
Interested students should complete our College & Law Student Internship Application and submit the required materials. Our office will contact applicants regarding availability and next steps. Submitting an application does not guarantee placement.