New Hanover & Pender County District Attorney
Jason W. Smith
Prevention | Intervention | Enforcement
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​Careers​​
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​All available staff positions will be posted on the NC Office of State Human Resources website. ​
Internships​​
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The DA's Office hosts undergraduate interns throughout the year. We have two options for undergrads: the Legal Support Internship is open to students who are graduating within the year (20 hours per week, paid) and the Undergraduate Practicum is open to all students (10 hours per week, unpaid). We are currently recruiting interns for Fall 2026; please see the attached flyer for details. Applications are due by April 19.
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Law student internships are for the duration of the summer and the office requires students to complete a minimum of 40 hours per week. Summer 2026 internships have already been filled.
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Contacts:
Undergraduates: Samantha Dooies
Law school students:
DA Leadership Academy ​
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The DA's Office hosts a one-week camp each summer for rising high school juniors, seniors, and college freshmen who are interested in learning more about the judicial system. The 2026 DALA will be held June 22-26; interested students should submit the attached application by May 3.
Contact: Christine Shuler​
