Justice Education Intern - Spring 2027

Council for Court Excellence • Washington, DC

1d • $0 - $2,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

The CCE Justice Education internship program provides a unique opportunity for exceptional undergraduate students to contribute directly and tangibly to District-wide justice reform. Ideal candidates will be passionate about systemic change within the justice system, public education, and outreach and must have outstanding writing, editing, and organizational skills.

Requirements

• Undergraduate students are eligible for CCE internships, though we also welcome graduate students.
• Applicants should have a background in public education and/or communications work and an interest in one or more of the following areas: public communications, civic engagement, government, journalism, or public relations.
• Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Interns must be able to work 15 to 20 hours a week or more.
• Cover letter indicating interest and your dates and hours per week of availability.
• A résumé.
• A brief writing sample on any topic (no more than three pages and an excerpt is fine).

Nice To Haves

• Justice-impacted applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Draft website and social media content, and develop outreach materials like one-pagers, flyers, etc.
• Research and draft educational guides to increase community understanding of the civil, criminal, and juvenile justice systems and to improve outcomes
• Support planning and implementation of educational programs, including logistics support, drafting scripts, and creating trainings
• Track and lead outreach work to various community partners including small businesses, nonprofit advocacy organizations, workforce development organizations, job readiness programs, etc.
• Provide substantive and logistical assistance to certain CCE committees through attending meetings, researching project leads, and reviewing literature
• Assist with project committee’s report release events and other special events as needed.

Benefits

• Stipend of up to $2500 depending on hours worked (for students not receiving course credit or other funding).
• Covers public transportation costs to and from required meetings or events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed