Should you have any questions concerning:
The Administrative Services Bureau, please call 312-603-1880
or email to HRCC.SAO@cookcountyil.gov
Legal hiring for State Attorneys can be directed to
atty.hire@cookcountyil.gov
Should you have any questions concerning:
The Administrative Services Bureau, please call 312-603-1880
or email to HRCC.SAO@cookcountyil.gov
Legal hiring for State Attorneys can be directed to
atty.hire@cookcountyil.gov
Welcome to the Cook County State's Attorney Office Job Board. As one of the largest legal services providers in the nation employing over 700 attorneys, we are committed to not only upholding the law and safeguarding the rights of all citizens, but also fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that reflects the community we serve.
Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting your career, the Cook County State's Attorney's Office provides a wealth of opportunities to make a difference and serve the community. We are looking for dedicated individuals who are passionate about justice, equity, and public service.
Our Job Board is regularly updated with opportunities across a range of roles, from legal and administrative to investigative. Each role is integral to our mission and contributes significantly to our office's effectiveness.
By joining our team, you will be part of a dynamic workforce that values integrity, professionalism, and collaboration. You will have the chance to work on meaningful cases, learn from experienced colleagues, and contribute to creating a safer and more just Cook County.
Explore our current openings below and find where you fit in our mission to pursue justice and serve the public.
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| Department: | Unpaid Law Clerk/Intern |
| Office: | 69 W. Washington |
| Location: | Chicago, IL |
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***THIS APPLICATION IS FOR UChicago METCALF CANDIDATES ONLY***
Title: University of Chicago Metcalf Internship Program at Cook County States Attorney’s Office
Reports To: Attorney Supervisor
Classification: Non-Union
Level: Intern
Location: In-Person, location varies
Bureau: Criminal
Division: BAS
Application Deadline: May 1, 2025
General Description:
The CCSAO Law Clerk/Volunteer University of Chicago Internship Program is highly competitive due to the hands-on, challenging, and relevant work experience participants will garner. University of Chicago Interns and law clerks will be paired with an Assistant State’s Attorney within one of the several criminal divisions of the Cook County Court System, who will guide and mentor the participant during their clerkship.
The University of Chicago law clerk is responsible for contributing and assisting with legal research, preparing memos, partnering with counsel regarding case management and procedural requirements. This internship will be funded through the University of Chicago Metcalf Internship Program, independent from CCSAO.
A completed application consists of the following:
Duties and Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualification:
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary work. Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally, and other sedentary criteria are met.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the CCSAO that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired based on individual merit and ability, with respect to the position to be filled and potential for promotions or transfers which may be expected to develop. Applicants are recruited, selected, and hired without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), genetic information, citizenship, military service, marital status, parental status, and disability. Furthermore, personnel procedures and practices regarding training, transfer, compensation, demotion, layoff, or termination are to be administered with due regard to job performance, experience, and qualification, but without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital or veteran/military status. EEOP information is available on the Cook County State’s Attorney website.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants that are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran may contact the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office coordinators via email at hr.sao@cookcountyil.gov and arrange for an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.
Covid:
Pursuant to the Executive Order 2021-1 and State’s Attorney’s Mandatory Covid-19 Vaccination Policy, the selected candidate will be required to either submit proof of full vaccination or submit a request for a reasonable accommodation prior to start of employment. The link below provides direct access to the full text of Executive Order 2021-1. Selected candidates can make a request for accommodation during the Pre-Boarding meeting.
Illinois Executive Order 2021-1
