Master of Public Health (MPH) Intern - Grants & Juvenile Justice Public Health Initiatives

Salary : $0.00 AnnuallyLocation : Adams County District Attorney - 1000 Judicial Center Drive. Brighton, COJob Type: Internship-UnpaidJob Number: 2026-07417Department: District AttorneyDivision: District Attorney's OfficeOpening Date: 03/13/2026Closing Date: 5/15/2026 4:30 PM MountainOur Mission: The mission of the District Attorneys Office is to keep the community safe and to make the criminal justice system better through the fair and ethical prosecution of criminal offenders, while seeking justice for victims of crime.EEO: Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.Position classification: Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.What Success Looks Like In This JobThe 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office is committed to seeking and pursuing justice on behalf of victims of crime through the fair and ethical prosecution of those who commit offenses in our community. With a focus on education, treatment, and a reduction in recidivism, the District Attorney's Office will also work vigorously to reform the criminal justice system to better serve those who live and work in Adams and Broomfield Counties.The CJCC seeks a highly motivated Master of Public Health (MPH) intern to support grant development and cross-system coordination focused on juvenile justice through a public health lens with the 17th Judicial District. This role will work directly with senior leaders across courts, prosecution, probation, detention, behavioral health, education, and community partners to help design, fund, and evaluate prevention and diversion focused initiatives for youth. The intern will gain exposure to high-level justice system leadership while contributing to grant-ready projects that address root causes of youth system involvement.Examples of Duties for SuccessGrant Development & Funding StrategyResearch and track relevant funding opportunities aligned with juvenile justice and public health (prevention, diversion, behavioral health, reentry)Support development of grant components (needs assessments, logic models, evaluation plans, performance measures)Draft and coordinate sections of proposals, MOUs, and partner commitmentsAssist with grant reporting and compliance documentationHigh-Level Stakeholder Coordination (17th Judicial District)Support CJCC leadership in convening and staffing executive-level workgroups across the 17th Judicial District (judiciary, DA, public defender, probation, detention, behavioral health, school districts, and community partners)Prepare executive-ready briefing materials, agendas, and summariesTranslate public health concepts into practical justice-system language for decision-makersTrack commitments, timelines, and deliverables across partner agenciesJuvenile Justice Through a Public Health LensSupport development of youth-focused initiatives grounded in prevention, trauma-informed care, and diversion from detentionConduct literature and policy scans on evidence-based public health approaches to reducing youth justice involvementAssist with baseline data collection and outcome measures related to youth detention, diversion access, and service linkageContribute to program design that addresses upstream drivers of juvenile system involvement (behavioral health needs, school exclusion, family instability, community violence exposure)Strategic Communications & ReportingDraft concise memos and executive summaries for CJCC and DA leadershipSupport presentations to commissioners, judges, and funding partnersPrepare grant-ready narratives and one-pagers describing CJCC initiativesQualifications for SuccessDesired QualificationsCurrent enrollment in an accredited Master of Public Health (MPH) program (health policy, community health, public health law, epidemiology, or related concentration preferred)Strong writing skills, particularly for policy or grant-oriented workComfort engaging professionally with senior leaders and cross-agency stakeholdersInterest in juvenile justice, prevention, behavioral health, and systems changeStrong organizational skills and discretion with sensitive informationDeliverables & Learning OutcomesAt least one grant application or grant-ready proposal packageStakeholder coordination materials (briefing memos, agendas, executive summaries)Public health-informed concept paper for a juvenile justice initiative in the 17th Judicial DistrictProfessional development in high-level interagency coordination and public-sector grant developmentTime Commitment & Logistics15-40 hours/week depending on academic requirementsHybrid or in-person as needed for leadership meetingsMore Qualifications for SuccessTime Commitment & Logistics15-40 hours/week depending on academic requirementsHybrid or in-person as needed for leadership meetingsThis is an unpaid intern position. All applicants must submit a cover letter and resume and must be willing to have a background screen run after a conditional offer is made.Adams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act ("JAFA"). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.Click to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!Benefits You Expect:AFLAC Supplemental Medical InsuranceBasic Term Life & Optional Term Life InsuranceDeferred Compensation PlanDental/Vision/Medical PlansGenerous Vacation/Sick leaveLong-Term DisabilityRetirement PlanShort-Term DisabilityPlus some you might not expect:Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee Fitness CenterEmployee Health ClinicsFlexible Work SchedulesRecreation Center DiscountsTraining & Tuition Reimbursement ProgramsWellness programsLactation friendly certified workplace01Ae you currently enrolled in an accredited Master of Public Health (MPH) program (health policy, community health, public health law, epidemiology, or related concentration preferred)?YesNo02Do you have any experience in these areas or writing grants or policy work? Please tell us about your experieince.03Are you comfortable engaging with senior leaders and cross-agency stakeholders? Do you have any experience or similar engaging and building relationships with executive level leaders? Please tell us about your experience in this area:04What interests you about this position? Why should we choose you for this internship?05You must be willing to keep all information shared and discussed during this internship confidential. Do you agree to being able to keep sensitive information confidential if presented with this internship opportunity?YesNo