Court Social Services Internship (Unpaid) in Washington DC

Job title: Court Social Services Internship (Unpaid) in Washington DC at Federal government of the United States Company: Federal government of the United States Job description: SummaryThe District of Columbia Courts, offers internships for students interested in seeking valuable experience in courts administration. Interns have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the Courts’ mission to protect rights and liberties, uphold and interpret the law, and resolve disputes fairly and effectively in the District of Columbia.This internship is for Fall 2025.If background screening results are received earlier, the intern can start Summer 2025.Overview

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Open & closing dates05/21/2025 to 05/30/2025Salary$0 - $0 without compensationPay scale & gradeJS NALocation10 vacancies in the following location:Washington, DC 10 vacanciesRemote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—While the DC Courts has a telework policy, eligibility is determined by the respective division where the position is situated within the agencyRelocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typeInternshipsWork schedulePart-timeServiceExceptedPromotion potentialNAJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoAnnouncement numberSS-2025-0004Control number837376700This job is open toClarification from the agencyUnited States Citizens or individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residency or authorized by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service to intern in the United States and at least 18 years old.DutiesFamily Court Social Services Division has intern opportunities in 3 branches, Directors Office, Child Guidance Clinic and Intake and Delinquency Prevention Unit. The positions are an unpaid internship. The intern's major duties for each are below:Directors Office (Juvenile Probation Intern)

• Assist in drafting and editing internal communications, PowerPoint presentation and talking points for executive briefings.
• Assist in the research on best practices in juvenile justice, evidence-based interventions and emerging trends in youth rehabilitation.
• Help coordinate internal trainings, court-wide task forces and multi-agency stakeholder meetings.
• Observe and support initiatives across other units.
• Assist in organizing administrative records, project summaries and division wide communications.
• Help prepare materials for division wide staff meetings, recognition events and public facing programs.

Child Guidance Clinic (Clinical Services Intern)

• Assist with file preparation and review of referral documentation.
• Observe clinical interviews, court-ordered psychological assessments, and screenings.
• Help organize orientation materials for new interns and staff
• Support the maintenance and organization of assessment inventory systems.
• Help consolidate program documents and improve filing and recordkeeping processes.
• Assist with additional team projects and operational tasks as needed.

Intake and Delinquency Prevention Unit (Intake and Delinquency Prevention Intern)

• Shadow Probation Officers during family interviews and presentments.
• Observe and participate in live GPS monitoring and installation.
• Learn about fleet, mail, and equipment logistics through the Contracts and Juvenile Information Offices.
• Assist with coordination of client services and operational tasks.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• Background and security investigation are required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week.

To qualify for this position, you must submit the following: 1. Resume 2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire 3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of transcript or degree)All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement.QualificationsApplicant must be a U.S. Citizen or authorized by United States Citizenship and Immigration Service to intern in the U.S and at least 18 years old.THIS INTERNSHIP IS FOR STUDENTS ONLYIdeal candidates will demonstrate strong communication, time management, critical thinking skills and has an interest in working with youth and families.Preference are students pursing degrees in criminal justice, public administration, sociology, psychology, law. social work. or related fields.The student must be able to commit a minimum of 10 hours per week to track ABA credit hour requirements.Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts is required. If you are selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted.The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts’ values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency.EducationTo qualify based on education, upload a copy of your transcript or degree. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking.Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for District of Columbia Courts employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at time of application to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

• Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .No benefits are offered.Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Upon receipt of your complete application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure that you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Answers submitted in the questionnaire must be supported on your resume.Your resume must reflect the relevant experience and that you meet the minimum qualifications or your application will not be considered. You may for this vacancy.

• Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .No benefits are offered.Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. * Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.1. Resume 2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire 3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of transcript or diploma)If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from .Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. * How to ApplyStudents interested in applying for the internship should apply to the announcement with all required documents attached.Agency contact informationA. Butler-LambertPhone EmailAddress District of Columbia Courts Moultrie Building 500 Indiana Avenue, NW Washington, District of Columbia 20001 United StatesNext stepsOnce your completed application is received, the qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome. * Fair and TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.Required Documents1. Resume 2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire 3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of transcript or diploma)If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from .Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.How to ApplyStudents interested in applying for the internship should apply to the announcement with all required documents attached.Agency contact informationA. Butler-LambertPhone EmailAddress District of Columbia Courts Moultrie Building 500 Indiana Avenue, NW Washington, District of Columbia 20001 United StatesNext stepsOnce your completed application is received, the qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome.Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.ShareOverview

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Open & closing dates05/21/2025 to 05/30/2025Salary$0 - $0 without compensationPay scale & gradeJS NALocation10 vacancies in the following location:Washington, DC 10 vacanciesRemote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—While the DC Courts has a telework policy, eligibility is determined by the respective division where the position is situated within the agencyRelocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typeInternshipsWork schedulePart-timeServiceExceptedPromotion potentialNAJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoAnnouncement numberSS-2025-0004Control number837376700This job originated on . For the full announcement and to apply, visit . Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at will be considered.Beginning of a dialog window for your session has expired. Escape will cancel And close the window.Your session is about to expire!Your USAJOBS session will expire due to inactivity in eight minutes. Any unsaved data will be lost if you allow the session to expire. Click the button below to continue your session. Expected salary: Location: Washington DC Job date: Fri, 23 May 2025 07:48:48 GMT Apply for the job now! Apply for this job