PRESS RELEASE

Long Beach, CA – The City of Long Beach Economic Development Department (Department), in partnership with City Prosecutor Doug Haubert, is offering a paid summer internship program for students. The program will provide eligible high school and college students with valuable, real-world experience in the legal and justice career fields.

“By providing students with hands-on experience in the justice and legal fields, we are cultivating future leaders who are committed to advancing fair and equitable practices in our society,” said Mayor Rex Richardson. “This internship opportunity will empower young people and strengthen our community by fostering a deeper understanding of the criminal justice system.”

The six-week paid internship program offers participants exposure to various legal career paths. Participants will have the opportunity to attend legal seminars and court proceedings while acquiring practical experience by assisting attorneys or staff with administrative duties. They will also learn about the justice system and different roles in the field, including deputy city prosecutor, paralegal, law enforcement officer, crime lab technician and dispatch operator. Compensation will be biweekly at a rate of $17.28 per hour, for a total of up to 160 hours, which includes 20 hours of paid skill development training.

“The City Prosecutor Internship was created to go beyond the typical internship experience and expose students to many law-related careers, while also examining the social issues involved in the criminal justice system,” said City Prosecutor Doug Haubert. “Our program aligns well with the City’s efforts to increase the number of internships available to local youth.”

The program is open to applicants ages 16 to 24 currently enrolled in high school or college with a minimum 2.7 GPA. Priority will be given to applicants who are residents or students in Long Beach and those who face a barrier to employment. Participants must have access to a reliable mode of transportation. For additional information and to complete an application, visit the City Prosecutor’s website. Applications are available through Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

“We are focused on empowering youth by providing them with unique and invaluable opportunities,” said Economic Development Department Director Bo Martinez. “This program harnesses the innovative spirit and passion of our young people while offering the essential guidance and practical experience needed to excel professionally and make a meaningful and long-lasting impact in their communities.”

This is the tenth consecutive year the City Prosecutor’s Office has offered this internship opportunity. The program has provided critical job skills and practical work experience to more than 100 young people, significantly enhancing the employability of participants. The program is funded by the Los Angeles County’s Youth@Work Program.

For additional information about the program and other youth and adult employment services, the public may contact Eli Romero, Workforce Development Officer, at 562.570.3762 or Eli.Romero@longbeach.gov.

About the City of Long Beach
Long Beach is nestled along the Southern California coast and home to approximately 466,000 people. As an award-winning full-service charter city, Long Beach offers the amenities of a metropolitan city while maintaining a strong sense of individual and diverse neighborhoods, culture and community. With a bustling downtown and over six miles of scenic beaches, Long Beach is a renowned tourist and business destination and home to the iconic Queen Mary, nationally recognized Aquarium of the Pacific and Long Beach Airport, award-winning Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center and world-class Port of Long Beach.

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