About the role#
The New Jersey Courts are offering an unpaid legal internship for the Summer 2027 cohort. This is a structured 8-week program designed for students interested in law and the justice system. Interns will work directly with Superior Court Judges to gain practical experience and insight into the judicial process. This program runs from June 7, 2027, through July 27, 2027, with an optional two-week extension available until August 13, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Learn various aspects of case processing.
- Gain exposure to the Civil, General Equity (Chancery), Criminal, and Family Divisions.
- Maintain a regular and predictable physical presence at the assigned worksite.
- Travel within the multicounty vicinage as needed for program modules.
- Perform physical tasks including lifting and carrying supplies weighing 30 to 50 pounds, with occasional requirements to lift up to 75 pounds.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment at an accredited college or university.
- Completion of one year of law school or current enrollment as a first-year law student is strongly preferred.
- Substantial legal writing experience is strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Legal research and writing capabilities.
- High speed home internet access and the ability to install a multifactor authentication app on a personal device.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Agreement to a thorough background check, which includes fingerprinting.
Location & details#
- This is a hybrid and on-site role based in the Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage.
- Primary locations include Atlantic City, Mays Landing, and Cape May Court House, New Jersey.
- The program typically requires an onsite commitment of 10 hours per week, generally scheduled on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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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