About the role#
The Ocean Vicinage of the New Jersey Courts is seeking interns to support the Civil, Criminal, and Family Divisions. This is an unpaid, on-site role that offers practical experience and insight into the judicial process. Interns will work directly with judges and court staff to assist with daily operations.
What you'll do#
- Conduct legal research and analyze data.
- Draft memoranda and prepare legal documents.
- Process paperwork and handle data entry or filing tasks.
- Participate in team projects.
- Observe legal proceedings in the courtroom.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or university.
- Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- An organized and detail-oriented approach to tasks.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with judges, court staff, legal professionals, and the public.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel is helpful.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and carrying supplies weighing 30 to 50 pounds, with occasional requirements up to 75 pounds.
- Willingness to undergo a background check and fingerprinting if 18 years of age or older.
Location & details#
- Location: Toms River, New Jersey.
- This is an on-site, unpaid position.
- The role requires regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite.
- This posting is open to applicants who have received notification from the Internship Placement Coordinator.
About New Jersey Courts
The New Jersey Courts serve as the judicial system for the state of New Jersey. This organization includes the Supreme Court, the Superior Court, the Tax Court, and various municipal courts. It operates with support from the Administrative Office of the Courts, which manages personnel, research, and information systems. The system has functioned since 1947 and maintains its headquarters in Trenton. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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