New Hanover & Pender County District Attorney
Jason W. Smith
Prevention | Intervention | Enforcement
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Careers
We are currently hiring an Assistant District Attorney; please apply here by September 9.
All available staff positions will be posted on the NC Office of State Human Resources website.
Internships
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). Fall 2026 internships have been filled; please continue to check this page for information on Spring 2027.
Law student internships are for the duration of the summer and require a minimum of 40 hours per week. Please check back for information on Summer 2027.
Contacts:
Undergraduates: Samantha Dooies
Law school students:
DA Leadership Academy
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. Summer 2027 info will be posted here in the spring.
Contact: Christine Shuler
