What are the responsibilities and job description for the Court Reporter Intern position at Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles?
ABOUT THE COURT
Los Angeles Superior Court is the largest unified trial court in the United States. Its 580 judges and commissioners work in one of the 40 facilities within the Court's 12 judicial districts and are supported by more than 4,500 full-time Court employees. The Court has an annual budget of more than $855 million. Located in Southern California, Los Angeles County is geographically one of the nation's largest counties, covering 4,084 square miles and, with over 10,400,000 residents, is also one of its most populous counties.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Join us as a Court Reporter Intern and embark on an exhilarating journey to develop the essential skills for providing precise verbatim reporting of court proceedings. As a Court Reporter Intern, you'll experience a variety of hearings—including civil, criminal, and juvenile—within a dynamic and immersive learning environment. There are two Court Reporter Intern opportunities available with the Los Angeles Superior Court: Court Reporter Intern (Non-Licensed) and Court Reporter Intern (Licensed).
- For Non-Licensed Interns: Develop essential skills and practical experience to prepare for the Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) license, issued by the Court Reporters Board of California, while refining your Computer-Aided Transcription (CAT) proficiency.
- For Licensed Interns: Sharpen your expertise, build confidence, and gain real-world experience as a working Court Reporter.
Throughout this internship, you'll actively report the record, prepare transcripts, and ensure compliance with Government Codes, Rules of Court, and Statutes. This unique opportunity provides the foundation for a successful and rewarding career in court reporting.
SALARY
Court Reporter Intern (Non-Licensed): $25.00 hourly
Court Reporter Intern (Licensed): $40.00 hourly
SCHEDULE
Court Reporter Interns must be available to work up to 20 hours per week and one of the following schedules for the duration of the internship:
- Choice of full days (8:00am – 5:00pm), or
- 5 mornings/week (8:00am – 12:00pm), or
- 5 afternoons/week (1:00pm – 5:00pm)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
To qualify, you must meet one of the following requirements at time of application:
- COURT REPORTER INTERN (NON-LICENSED): High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, current enrollment in, or completion of, a Court Reporter training program accredited by the Court Reporters Board of California, and *verification of passing at least one 180wpm or faster speed test.
- COURT REPORTER INTERN (LICENSED): High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and a current Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) license issued by the Court Reporters Board of California.
Note: A valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation is required to carry out job-related essential functions.
*REPORTING SPEED VERIFICATION: Documentation to demonstrate the ability to report at a speed of 180wpm or faster must be attached to your application or provided via email. Acceptable documentation may include certificate of completion of a 180wpm or faster speed test, email communications from an accredited Court Reporting school verifying successful completion of a 180wpm or faster speed test, or any other documentation provided by an accredited Court Reporting school verifying successful completion of a 180wpm or faster speed test.
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT
Applicants will undergo a qualifying evaluation based upon submitted application materials.
Applicants who meet the qualifications will be placed on an eligible list which will remain valid for up to six months and may be invited to participate in an interview.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
For general application information, please access the Online Employment Application Guide.
Los Angeles Superior Court reserves the right to verify all submitted documentation prior to appointment.
Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process can contact the email address provided below.
Los Angeles Superior Court is an equal opportunity employer.
Questions regarding this posting may be e-mailed to mpenate@lacourt.org.
Salary : $25 - $40
