About this role
Job SummaryThe District of Columbia Courts offers internships for students interested in seeking valuable experience in court administration. Interns have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the Court's mission to protect rights and liberties, uphold and interpret the law, and resolve disputes fairly and effectively in the District of Columbia. This Internship is for Fall/Winter 2026
QualificationsA U.S. Citizen or authorized by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service to intern in the U.S. and at least 18 years old. Must be able to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week. Actively involved in an undergraduate school program. Preference given to students with majors in Communications - Related (Journalism, Media, Multimedia, Photography/Videography/Graphics, Social Media, Public Relations) The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts' values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Fairness, Respect and Transparency.
Major DutiesThis position is an unpaid internship working with the Communications Team of the Executive Office. This teams mission is to provide effective internal and external communication that best represent the DC Courts. The interns major duties are below: Assist the Multimedia Public Affairs Specialist with developing new social media content and approaches. Assist the Communications Specialist with developing multimedia content for internal stakeholders. Assist the Communications Program Manager with strategic communications efforts. Assist the Media and Public Relations Manager with media interactions. Position is flexible to focus the duties to meet the interests and goals of the intern.RequirementsTo qualify for this position, you must submit the following: 1. Resume 2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire 3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or degree) 4. Portfolio of work (e.g. portfolio website, links to prior work, etc.) All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement.