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Job Description
About the Company:
The New Jersey Judiciary is an 8500-member organization committed to independence, integrity, fairness, and quality service. It strives to build public trust and confidence through its work on issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization, and recovery court. The Judiciary’s workforce operates across various settings, including courtrooms, administrative offices, training rooms, IT offices, and field locations, impacting countless individuals and families daily. It values the dignity and individuality of its members while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement. The New Jersey Judiciary consists of the Supreme Court, the Superior Court (including the Appellate Division and Trial Court), the Tax Court, and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides support services. The Judiciary is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Job Description:
The New Jersey Lawyers’ Fund is seeking interns for a program running from June 1, 2025, to September 1, 2025. This is a part-time position (maximum 20 hours/week, 260 hours total) paying $20.00/hour.
Responsibilities: Interns will perform a variety of tasks, including:
• Legal research
• Clerical duties
• Administrative support
• Customer service
• Assisting Fund counsel
• Organizing and compiling case precedents
• Creating pleading and brief banks
• Data entry and lookups
• Filing, photocopying, and scanning
Qualifications:
• Thirty credit hours from an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree. Law school students are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Unofficial college transcript required with application.
Additional Information:
• Flexible schedules are available.
• Successful candidates will demonstrate professionalism and respect towards all individuals.
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
• Physical demands may include climbing, prolonged standing, stretching, bending, reaching, and lifting/carrying materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
• A New Jersey driver’s license may be required depending on the specific duties.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• A thorough background check, including fingerprinting, is mandatory for newly hired employees.
• In accordance with the “New Jersey First Act,” newly hired employees must establish and maintain principal residence in New Jersey within one year, unless an exemption is granted.
