Policy Intern - Spring 2027
Council for Court Excellence•Washington, DC
•$0 - $5,000•Hybrid
About The Position
The CCE internship program provides a unique opportunity for graduate or law students to contribute directly and tangibly to District-wide justice reform. Ideal candidates will be passionate about systemic change within the justice system, access to justice, and policymaking, and must have outstanding research, analysis, and writing skills.
Requirements
- Graduate and law students are eligible for the Policy Internship (undergraduates are encouraged to apply to our Justice Education Internship).
- Applicants should have a background in policy or legal research and an interest in one or more of the following areas: public policy, law, courts (civil, criminal, and administrative), civic engagement, government, journalism, public relations, or resource development.
- 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
- Résumé
- A brief writing sample on any topic (no more than three pages).
Nice To Haves
- We often host events in the office or in DC, so we prefer locally based interns.
Responsibilities
- Conduct primary and secondary research into the DC justice system, including its local and federal elements and the policies, practices, and problems of its associated agencies
- Draft legislation, agency policies, and other public-facing documents pertaining to topics such as the jury system, civil case processing, criminal and juvenile justice, and others
- Create educational guides and programs to increase community understanding of the civil, criminal, and juvenile justice systems and to improve outcomes
- Provide substantive and logistical assistance to the various project committees— including the Civil Justice, Criminal Justice, and Youth Justice Committees, as well as the District Task Force on Jails & Justice—through attending meetings, researching project leads, and compiling and analyzing qualitative data
- Assist with project committee’s report release events and other special events as needed.
Benefits
- Stipend of up to $5000 depending on hours worked
- Covers public transportation costs to and from required meetings or events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
