Unpaid College Intern - Public Policy Research Track (Summer 2027)

New Jersey Courts • Trenton, NJ

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

When you come to work as an intern for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court. Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work. Are you passionate about law and justice, and want to make an impact? The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) invites detail-oriented college students for an unpaid Public Policy Research Internship. This position offers hands-on experience in policy analysis, research, and advocacy. Interns will assist our research team to support ongoing projects, contribute to policy reports, and gain exposure to the policymaking process.

Requirements

• Students who are attending an accredited college or university and will have successfully completed three (3) years of college studies at the time the internship begins (3 years as of June 2027).
• Must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting.
• US citizenship is not required.
• Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Substantial legal research and writing experience is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and background research on public policy issues
• Assist in drafting policy briefs and research reports
• Collaborate with staff and other interns on research projects and advocacy initiatives
• Maintain accurate records of research activities and sources

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree