Paid Internship (Family Division)

Internship Opportunity

The Hudson Vicinage is accepting resumes for paid internship opportunities. The interns will perform a variety of clerical, administrative, supportive tasks, and customer service duties in connection with proceedings instituted before the Court. Interns may also assist with tasks such as, but not limited to, data entry, database searches, filing, and making photocopies. The interns will gain a broad insight and knowledge of the court system. Flexible schedules are available. The selected candidates will treat all personnel, clients, and members of the public with dignity, courtesy, and respect. Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position. Internships are available in the Family Division. Please specify in your cover letter which division you are interested in, as well as any alternatives. Hours and days are flexible but must be between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position.

Salary: $20.00 Hourly

Location: Hudson Vicinage, 595 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ

Job Number: 2026-13525

Opening Date: 09/17/2026

Closing Date: 10/8/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

This position is limited to a maximum of 35 hours per week, not to exceed 944 hours in a fiscal year. Interns would be required to work a minimum of 10 hours. The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

Qualifications

Thirty credit hours from an accredited college or university pursuing a degree. Unofficial College or University transcript to show you are currently enrolled and pursuing a degree MUST be included in your application in order to be considered.

Supplemental Information

Physical Ability: For some positions, applicants must have the ability to perform work which requires climbing and prolonged standing, stretching, bending and reaching. The selected candidate must be able to frequently lift and carry supplies weighing from 30 to 50 pounds and, occasionally, materials weighing up to 75 pounds. Driver's License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position. Authorization to Work: 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. Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information. Residency Law: In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Residency Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need.