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New Jersey Courts · 4 months ago

Paid Intern (Multiple Divisions & Locations)

Cape May, NJ

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$20/hr - $20/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

New Jersey Courts is a vital part of the Judiciary system, aiming to uphold independence, integrity, and quality service. The Paid Intern will perform clerical, administrative, and customer service tasks while gaining valuable insight into the court system and assisting with various duties related to court proceedings.

GovernmentLegalNon Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position

Assist with answering phones, returning phone calls, and receiving and distributing voicemails

Contact and follow-up with applicants, defendants, court users, and/or members of the public

Organize and scan paper files/filings by parties and upload scans into an electronic filing system

Perform special projects

Conduct research and analysis

Perform computer related work

Collect and enter data

Provide customer service

Draft correspondences and memos

Observe client interviews and court proceedings

Attend community planning meetings

Assist staff and perform other duties as directed

Qualification

Behavioral SciencesSocial SciencesData EntryCustomer ServiceResearchAnalysis

Required

Thirty credit hours from an accredited college or university pursuing a degree

Unofficial College or University transcript must be included with your application in order to be considered

For some positions, applicants must have the ability to perform work which requires climbing and prolonged standing, stretching, bending and reaching

The selected candidate must be able to frequently lift and carry supplies weighing from 30 to 50 pounds and, occasionally, materials weighing up to 75 pounds

Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position

Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations

Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting

In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the 'New Jersey First Act,' all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey