INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
The Erie County District Attorney’s Office is now accepting applications for the Summer 2025 Intern Program. Applications will be accepted through February 1, 2025. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to DAInterns@erie.gov.
The Erie County District Attorney’s Office Summer 2025 Intern Program runs from May 19, 2025 to August 8, 2025. The Program is open to 1st and 2nd year law students. Applicants must be able to commit to a minimum of 2 days per week plus Wednesday mornings. Interns will assist with discovery, conduct research and writing, observe trials and hearings, and help Assistant District Attorneys with all aspects of case management and trial preparation. Interns will be assigned to Buffalo City Court, Justice Court, or a Felony Trial Bureau. All internships are unpaid.
On Wednesday mornings, Interns will go on tours of various criminal justice-related facilities, hear from speakers within the DA’s Office, and participate in a speaker series with the US Attorney’s Office.
ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEYS
There are currently openings for full-time Assistant District Attorneys in the Erie County District Attorney’s Office. As of January 1, 2024, the starting salary for newly-hired ADAs is $79,140. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Deputy District Attorney Lauren Nash, 25 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, New York 14202 or Lauren.Nash@erie.gov.
CONFIDENTIAL CRIMINAL INVESTIGATORS
Senior Chief, Confidential Criminal Investigator
Chief Confidential Criminal Investigator
Confidential Criminal Investigator
Confidential Criminal Investigator Task Force
To apply for any of the posted positions, please e-mail your resume to DAinvestigators@erie.gov or mail your resume to:
Hiring Manager
Erie County District Attorney's Office
25 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, New York 14202
Resumes are always being accepted for Confidential Criminal Investigator positions.
SUPPORT STAFF
The Erie County District Attorney's Office employs a number of staff that supports the operation and mission of the office. Positions include but are not limited to: Paralegal, Legal Secretary, Data Entry Operator, Social Workers and Victim Advocate.
All positions in this area follow the New York State Civil Service hiring procedures. For a list of available positions and necessary requirements, please refer to the Erie County Personnel "Employment Opportunities" page at the following link. https://www.erie.gov/employment/