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Volunteer Program

Volunteers with the City of Seattle Public & Community Safety Division devote nearly 6,000 hours of volunteer time each year. People volunteer for a variety of reasons: some seek college credit, others want to gain valuable career experience, still others just want to feel good about contributing to the community.

The Division continuously recruits volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the application.

What are the benefits of volunteering with the City Attorney's Office?

  • Gain valuable experience and learn new skills.
  • Complete a meaningful internship or externship that will help your resume stand out from the competition for graduate/law school.
  • Learn about the criminal justice system.
  • Explore new career opportunities.
  • Obtain legal, computer, and communication skills that employers are seeking.
  • Earn college credit (contact your school for more information).
  • An opportunity to give back to your community.

What volunteer opportunities are available?

Throughout the year, unique projects arise. These may be research projects appropriate for senior or graduate student studies. Students interested in a research project should contact the Volunteer Coordinator directly for available opportunities.

What are the requirements to be a volunteer?

  • A desire to learn.
  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Able to pass a criminal background check.
  • Available during business hours to work in our downtown office.
  • Commit to six months of service, or for certain positions, one or two school quarters.
  • One year of relevant school or work experience.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Certain positions require additional training or education.

How do I apply?

  • Call the Volunteer Coordinator at (206) 684-7761 or Email Dana Anderson.
  • Print and fill out the Volunteer / Internship application form.
  • Print and sign a consent form for a criminal background check.
  • Law students should provide a writing sample.
  • Mail the completed application with resume and three references to:

    Seattle City Attorney, Attn: Volunteer Coordinator
    700 5th Avenue, Suite 5350
    PO Box 94667
    Seattle WA 98124-4667

    Or FAX the completed application, resume, and three references to
    (206) 684-4648.

Once the application is received, the Volunteer Coordinator will contact you to set up a convenient time for an interview.