Student Intern (Spring 2027)

Eastern District of North Carolina•Raleigh or Wilmington, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The United States Probation Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina is currently accepting applications for a part-time Student Intern for the 2027 Spring term. This position will be filled as permitted by budgetary constraints. If funding is not available, an unpaid internship may still be offered. Probation Interns provide support to probation officers and are located in the Raleigh or Wilmington offices. This position is a When-Actually-Employed (WAE) appointment. There is no predetermined work schedule. Work hours are determined by the student's school schedule and the supervisor. Compensation is based on the actual hours worked.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Currently enrolled as a part-time or full-time student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in social work, criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, human relations, pre-law, political science, English, or related field of study.
Proof of enrollment must be provided.
At least a 2.9 cumulative grade point average (GPA)
Able to commit to 12-16 hours per week in 4-hour blocks of time between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to meet tight deadlines
Word processing and scanning/file imaging proficiency
Ability to work harmoniously with others in a team-oriented environment
Thorough knowledge of spelling, punctuation, grammatical usage
Exceptional customer service skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Integrity, good judgment, initiative
Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds
Must conduct themselves in a professional manner, which includes respecting confidentiality, being punctual, maintaining a professional appearance, and maintaining a professional relationship with clients and staff.
United States citizens or lawful permanent residents actively seeking citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Upperclassman
Individuals whose schedule allows them to commit to larger blocks of time.

Responsibilities

Assists officers with running criminal history checks through local and national databases and files, as well conducting inquiries with collateral agencies.
Investigates a defendant's employment, sources of income, etc.
Conducts database searches, compiles information, and enters data/information in the office's database systems.
Assists with preparing and processing reports, forms, and documents, ensuring consistency and accuracy among forms, reports and other paperwork.
Proofreads and edits documents for accuracy, proper grammar, and spelling for signature by the officer or supervisor.
Observes court hearings and officer meetings with defendants and/or persons under supervision.
Assists with administrative duties such as scanning, shredding, copying, and greeting visitors in person and/or on the telephone.
Performs other duties as assigned.