Intern - Municipal Court

City of Lewisville, TX

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About The Position

The Intern - Municipal Court supports the Juvenile Case Management program by assisting with daily juvenile case activities and planning and organizing the Courts’ participation in National Neighborhood Night Out. The role may involve attending municipal court juvenile proceedings, helping prepare juvenile dockets, maintaining a list of service agencies offering community service opportunities, and preparing materials, displays, and activities to promote awareness of truancy and juvenile substance abuse prevention. The intern also collaborates with other City departments on the annual event and performs other related duties as assigned. This is a temporary internship intended to support professional development and career exploration. It offers hands-on learning, practical skills, and exposure to local government operations. Work is up to 20 hours per week, with days and hours varying according to departmental or facility needs. The listed hourly pay rate is $16.67.

Requirements

Must be a full-time student at a nationally accredited college or university studying Criminal Justice or a related social science.
Must submit to and pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test.
Must possess a valid State of Texas Driver’s License Class “C” and a good driving record as defined by City policy.
Basic knowledge of municipal court proceedings and process.
Ability to solve problems using reasoning skills and work effectively with others in a team environment.
Ability to use technology effectively, including a personal computer, Microsoft Office Suite, email, internet, and Google products.
Ability to accept responsibility, perform work accurately and thoroughly, and follow instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to be punctual and work effectively with people regardless of protected or other listed characteristics.
Ability to meet the physical and working-condition requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Six months of work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with daily activities related to the management of juvenile cases.
Attend municipal court juvenile proceedings as needed.
Assist with juvenile docket preparation.
Help maintain a list of service agencies that provide community service opportunities.
Plan, organize, and implement the Courts’ participation in the annual National Neighborhood Night Out.
Prepare materials, displays, and activities to raise awareness of truancy and juvenile substance abuse prevention.
Collaborate with other City departments on activities for the annual event.
Perform other related duties as assigned.