What are the responsibilities and job description for the Court Operations Internship Program position at Superior Court of Orange County?
COURT OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
(*Official Classification: Staff Aid II)
Deadline to apply for this recruitment is Friday, April 4, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. PST.
HOURLY RATE
$18.62
INTERNSHIP DURATION
May 2025 through August 2025 (3 months)
SCHEDULE
This onsite position offers part-time hours (6 hour per day, 5 days per week) with flexibility to support the end and beginning of the school year.
ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT
The Orange County Superior Court is the third largest court of general jurisdiction in California. We have courthouses throughout the county, including locations in Orange, Westminster, Fullerton, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, and Santa Ana. We have a staff of about 1,500 and an operating budget of nearly $250 million. The Court's judges, commissioners and employees are recognized for their high standards of achievement, integrity, diversity and commitment to innovation. The Court is committed to ensuring equal access to court services and enhancing public confidence in the court system.
To learn more about the Superior Court of California, County of Orange, visit our homepage at www.occourts.org.
ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP
Are you a college student looking to immerse yourself in court operations and gaining real-world experience and understanding of the court system? Do you want to explore how courts operate, network with top judicial leaders, and gain insight into a variety of case types? Whether you’re interested in a legal career or simply want to develop workplace skills while learning about the administration of justice, the Orange County Superior Court Operations Internship Program is the perfect opportunity!
This three-month paid internship program offers a unique opportunity to understand the dynamic world of court operations. Interns will gain practical hands-on work experience while participating in exclusive activities to learn of the inner workings of the justice system. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the essential components that ensure a courthouse runs efficiently, from public services at our counters to the intricacies of courtroom hearings. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with court executives and judicial officers while learning directly from experienced court staff. This internship offers invaluable insight to diverse career paths within court administration, while enhancing your resume and professional network!
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
To be considered for the Court Operations Internship Program, candidates must:
- Be currently enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university in any major and have a college GPA of 3.0 or higher, -OR- be a recent graduate within the last year with a college GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Attach a copy of your most recent transcript(s) (an unofficial copy is acceptable).
- Possession of or ability to obtain a California driver's license by date of appointment.
APPLICATION PROCESS
All applicants are required to submit a completed online application and supplemental questionnaire. To learn more about how to create an application, click HERE. Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of the required application and supplemental questionnaire. For tips on completing/updating your application, refer to our "Helpful Application Tips" guide by clicking HERE.
SELECTION PROCESS
STEP 1: Applications will be reviewed by Human Resources to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and/or desirables. It is to your benefit to include all current and previous related work experience. When listing Court experience, please include dates and classification of each position held, if more than one. Only those who meet the minimum qualifications and desirables (if applicable) will proceed to the next step in the recruitment process.
STEP 2: Candidates will be required to provide a copy of a recent transcript (e.g., within the last six (6) months as part of the recruitment process). Those candidates passing the transcript review and an oral exam will be referred to step 3 in the selection process.
STEP 3: Candidates who are successful in step 2 will be placed on the eligible list and may be considered for interview. Placement on the eligible list does not guarantee an interview or employment.
All candidates will be notified via email of their status at each step of the process. Additional steps in the selection process will include a local background check and a reference check.
BACKGROUND CHECK
A thorough background check will be conducted, including but not limited to work experience, education, certifications, driving record, criminal record, litigation judgment or verdict, and financial/credit information. Fingerprints of candidates are also taken as part of our background check process.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Orange County Superior Court provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, upon request. Please contact the Human Resources Department at HRStaffing@occourts.org if you feel that you will need a reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the selection process.
ELIGIBLE LIST
This recruitment will not establish an eligible list. A new recruitment will open for future opportunities.
STATUS NOTIFICATIONS
You will be notified by email during the process of this recruitment through GovernmentJobs.com. Please check your email spam/junk folders and accept emails ending with GovernmentJobs.com and occourts.org. If your information changes, please update your profile at http://www.governmentjobs.com/.
E-VERIFY
The Superior Court of California, County of Orange participates in the E-Verify program which confirms employment eligibility of new hires.
QUESTIONS?
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Mary Ann Huynh at m1huynh@occourts.org. For general employment information, please click HERE.
Orange County Superior Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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