Unpaid Language Assistance Intern; Spanish - Repost

If another position becomes available within five months of this recruitment’s closing date, the applicant pool from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

When you come to work for the New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8,500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in the lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court.

Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.

An unpaid internship is available for persons interested in limited bilingual direct customer service.

The unpaid internship will last one college semester.

• Observe a variety of court proceedings and interpreting events.
• Participate in mentorship and career guidance activities.
• Assist court users in greeting and providing basic information in Spanish.
• Complete academic credit requirements.

• Interest in a career of bilingual direct customer service.
• Mastery of Spanish and English.
• Responsibility and reliability.
• Thirty credit hours from an accredited college or university while currently pursuing a degree or graduated within one year of application.

• Cover letter referencing the announcement number and including both day and evening telephone numbers.
• Current resume.
• Current transcript showing completion of Spanish language classes at level 200 or above.
• Application.
• Recommendation from a current faculty member.

Some positions require the ability to perform work which involves climbing, prolonged standing, stretching, bending, reaching, lifting and carrying supplies weighing from 30 to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Applicants must possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license if operating a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties.

US citizenship is not required. Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.

Unpaid intern applicants who are 18 years of age or older must agree to a thorough background check that includes fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence, except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result.

The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring an open door to justice.