About the role#
The New Jersey Courts in the Middlesex Vicinage offer unpaid internships for undergraduate students. Interns gain insight into the court system while supporting various divisions, including Trial Court Administration, Civil, Criminal, Family, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Probation. This is an on-site role with flexible scheduling options.
What you'll do#
Interns handle a variety of clerical, administrative, and supportive tasks. You will provide customer service by greeting and directing court users, answering questions, and acting as a central information point. Daily responsibilities include:
- Maintaining and distributing informational brochures and forms.
- Performing data entry and look-ups.
- Handling filing and photocopying.
- Treating all personnel, clients, and the public with dignity and respect.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or university.
- Minimum age of 18 years.
- Agreement to a background check, including fingerprinting.
- Helpful skills include communication, interpersonal abilities, and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Experience working with diverse populations is beneficial.
Location & details#
This position is located in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Physical presence at the worksite is required. Some tasks may involve climbing, prolonged standing, bending, and reaching. You may be required to lift and carry supplies weighing between 30 and 50 pounds, with occasional requirements up to 75 pounds. This is an unpaid, temporary position with no benefits.
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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