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Spring Break Prosecutor Boot Camp and Beaches Internship for Law Students

by · August 27, 2026

2027 Spring Break Prosecutor Boot Camp and Beaches Internship, hosted by the Office of the State Attorney, Twelfth Judicial Circuit in Sarasota, Florida. This immersive program offers law students valuable hands-on experience within the criminal justice system.

Key Program Highlights:

  • Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
  • Business casual attire required
  • Shadow Assistant State Attorneys (ASAs) and observe a variety criminal court proceedings
  • Visit the Medical Examiner’s Office, Children’s Advocacy Center, Real Time Police Center, and Law Enforcement Forensic Lab
  • Informative presentations from prosecutors, detectives, defense attorneys, and professionals supporting crime victims

Two Session Dates Available:

  • March 8–13, 2027 (Memphis Law Spring Break)
  • March 15–19, 2027

Location: Sarasota Office

Office of the State Attorney, Twelfth Judicial Circuit

Criminal Justice Building

2071 Ringling Blvd. Suite 400, Sarasota, FL 34237

There is no program fee. Students are responsible only for their own food, accommodation, and travel. We can recommend convenient hotels, or students may choose their own lodging, including Siesta Key or Lido Beach. Our Sarasota office is just 15 minutes from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport and about 1 hour from Tampa and Fort Myers International Airports.

Please share this information with interested students and encourage them to apply early, as space is limited. To apply or for more information, students can email us with their Spring Break dates or reach out with any questions. We would welcome the opportunity to meet with you further to explain the program overall.

Thank you for helping us connect students with this valuable opportunity.

Sincerely,

Office of the State Attorney, Twelfth Judicial Circuit

Craig Schaeffer

cschaeff@sao12.org | 941-861-4460

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