Tucson Victim Services Intern/Volunteer- Spring 2027

Arizona Department of Administration • Tucson, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office, Criminal Division, Office of Victim Services Section is accepting applications for volunteers and unpaid interns to serve as Volunteer Victim Advocates in its Tucson office during the Spring 2027 semester, January through June. The role requires a six-month commitment of 8–12 hours per week. The Office’s mission is to promote justice and healing for crime victims, and it relies on mature, responsible, caring volunteers to support the people it serves.

Interns primarily assist victim advocates with case management to help ensure compliance with victims’ rights. They may also observe advocates in court and have other opportunities for direct contact with victims. The position involves meaningful work with victims and is not solely clerical, though it includes clerical responsibilities. Training is provided, along with opportunities to network with prosecutors and participate in field-related agency tours and in-person or virtual training.

Applicants should submit a cover letter in the same document upload as their resume. The cover letter should describe their motivation for participating in the program, provide some background about themselves, and explain their future goals. Applicants are encouraged to speak with their department’s internship advisor before applying. Applications are due November 16, 2026.

Requirements

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
• Pass a security background check, including fingerprinting and criminal background checks through State and Federal agencies.
• Ability to work effectively with people in sensitive areas.
• Good writing, communication, and computer skills.
• Submit a resume and a cover letter in the same document upload; the cover letter should explain motivation for the program, personal background, and future goals.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum junior status for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum second-year status for students pursuing an associate’s degree is preferred.
• Recent graduates are permitted.
• Applicants with academic backgrounds in political science, psychology, communications, sociology, pre-law, criminal justice, or the International College have been represented among past interns.
• A cover letter explaining interest in human or victim services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between victims and members of the criminal justice system, including attorneys, courts, probation departments, and custodial agencies.
• Help explain victims’ legal rights in layperson’s terms.
• Accompany victims to court, offer reassurance and empathetic listening, and identify needs resulting from the crime.
• Assist advocates with case management to help ensure compliance with victims’ rights.
• Answer or return calls from victims and constituents.
• Correspond by email and letter.
• Update case files and notes in an electronic case management system.
• Participate in opportunities to observe advocates in court and engage in other direct contact with victims.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed