Volunteer/Intern Program



Volunteer/Intern Program

Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type

Volunteer/Intern

Job Number

VIP01

Department

All Court Locations

Opening Date

01/11/2012

Position Description



Only Online Applications Will Be Accepted


This recruitment is for the following volunteer/internship programs: Court Angels, Court Operations Volunteer/Internship, Court Operations Support Internship (COSI), Judicial Operations Internship (JOI), and the Paralegal Volunteer/Internship.
 

For detailed information about these programs or other Court Volunteer/Internship Programs including Externships (Law Students) please click here.


General Purpose:  Under direct supervision, Volunteers/Interns perform basic administrative, clerical and office support duties.  The programs provide opportunities for participants to receive practical work experience and skill development opportunities while learning court procedures and various court operations, functions and activities. 

Distinguishing Characteristics
Court Angels:  Provides opportunity for Court Volunteer Service to local area high school students, youth and other individuals in need of a quality work experience. The program aims to bolster the self-esteem of participants and provide each participant with an understanding of Court and related career opportunities. Youth recommended by community organizations are trained in Court clerical functions.

Court Operations Volunteer/Internship:  Volunteers/Interns learn Court operation while enhancing their resume. Volunteers/Interns are general in nature allowing for flexibility in assignments which are not disruptive to the Court's operation or present a conflict of interest.

Court Operations Support Internship:  The Court Operation Support Internship (COSI) program provides undergraduate and graduate students an opportunity to participate in Court operation under the direction of a Court Supervisor or Judicial Assistant. Internship duties offer students hands-on experience in Court administration and the many diverse Court operations. Internship objectives can be accomplished on a short or long term basis.

Judicial Operations Internship:  The Judicial Operation Internship (JOI) program provides hands-on experience in the major Court-support operation culminating in courtroom assignments under the immediate supervision of a Judicial Assistant. The two semester Court Operation Support Internship Program is generally comprised of a prerequisite one semester of Court Operation Support Internship (COSI), followed by a semester of Judicial Operation Internship (JOI).

Paralegal Volunteer/Internship:  The Court offers volunteer/internship opportunities for students currently enrolled in paralegal schools, colleges and universities throughout LA County. There are opportunities throughout the Court in various divisions such as Family Law, Civil, Criminal and Juvenile Court. Some of the specialized programs such as Family Law Facilitator's Office and Self-Help Centers are staffed by trained paralegals and attorneys.

Examples of Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Skills

For your reference, the following are examples intended to describe the general nature and level of work that a volunteer/intern may perform.  A volunteer/intern may not perform all the duties listed below, nor are the duties described intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and/or responsibilities.
 
1. Performs telephone receptionist duties; answers routine questions from the public and refers customers to appropriate court staff.

2. Schedules appointments and meetings and makes meeting arrangements.

3. Retrieves files and assembles documents for use by court staff.

4. Sends and delivers faxes; photocopies files and documents; prepares and distributes large mailings.

5. Types and proofreads a variety of routine forms, memoranda, letters and other documents.

6. Creates and maintains spreadsheets and databases of records and other information.

7. Sets up, organizes and maintains a variety of standard office records and files.

8. Indexes and cross-references documents and files; pulls, rotates and files documents; sends and retrieves files from archives; boxes files for storage; conducts file searches for missing files; scans indexes and verifies court documents; purges and arranges for the destruction of documents and records.

9. Delivers and picks up court records and documents to and from various courtrooms, sections and other court sites.

10. Unpacks, picks up, distributes and stores forms and supplies; assists in maintaining court stockroom.

11. Provides support for other clerical staff.

12. Is assigned a variety of assignments for the purpose of training and development.

Qualifications

The minimum requirements for each program are listed below:

Court Angels:
• High school students and other youth who are 16 or 17 years of age
• Recommended by a high school counselor, instructor, or a representative of a participating community or professional organization or church within Los Angeles County.

Court Operations Volunteer/Internship:
• High school students and other youth who are 16 or 17 years of age
• College Student volunteer without receiving accreditation
• Adult (18 years or older)

Court Operations Support Internship (COSI):
• Adult (18 years or older)
• College Intern – College Student who may receive course credit
• Graduate Interns – Students who have completed a Bachelor's Degree program and are pursuing or already have an advanced degree in a related field may receive course credit
                                                                 -AND-
• Provide the Court the required hours designated by their accredited college.

Judicial Operations Internship (JOI): 
• Adult (18 years or older)
• College Intern – College Student who may receive course credit
• Graduate Interns – Students who have completed a Bachelor's Degree program and are pursuing or already have an advanced degree in a related field may receive course credit
                                                                 -AND-
• Successfully complete one semester of Court Operation Support Internship (COSI)

Paralegal Volunteer/Internship:
• Adult (18 years or older) with a Paralegal Certificate or currently enrolled in a Paralegal program.
• College Intern – College Student without receiving accreditation
                                                                 -AND-
• Successfully completed pre-requisite course in Civil Litigation and/or Family Law. 
                                                                 -AND-
• Commit to at least 160 hours of services and work a minimum of 12 hours per week.

Desirable Qualifications:
•  Excellent written and oral communication skills
•  Proficiency using personal computers

Examination Information

Interested individuals are required to complete an online application and supplemental questionnaire.

All application materials must be completed in sufficient detail and clarity to permit a comprehensive review and evaluation.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Volunteers/Interns, 18 years of age or older, are fingerprinted and must pass a criminal background check. Information obtained will be evaluated for compatibility with Court standards. Any false statement or omission of material fact may cause disqualification in participation.

None associated with this posting. 

01
What Volunteer/Internship Program are you applying for?
  • Court Angels
  • Court Operations Volunteer/Internship
  • Court Operations Support Internship (COSI)
  • Judicial Operations Internship (JOI)
  • Paralegal Volunteer/Internship
02
What type of service are you interested in?
  • Volunteer - Performs a service for the Superior Court without compensation.
  • Internship - Student who gains knowledge and may possibly earn course credit without compensation.
03
Please check the area(s) of the Court operations you are interested in.
  • Civil
  • Criminal
  • Family Law
  • Juvenile (Delinquency/Dependency)
  • Mental Health
  • Traffic
  • Central Operations (Administration/Finance)
04
Please check all areas where you are willing to work.
  • Airport
  • Alhambra
  • Antelope Valley
  • Bellflower
  • Beverly Hills
  • Burbank
  • Central L.A.
  • Chatsworth
  • Compton
  • Downey
  • East L.A.
  • El Monte
  • Glendale
  • Huntington Park
  • Inglewood
  • Lancaster
  • Long Beach
  • Los Padrinos
  • Malibu
  • Monterey Park
  • Norwalk
  • Pasadena
  • Pomona
  • San Fernando
  • San Pedro
  • Santa Clarita
  • Santa Monica
  • Torrance
  • Van Nuys
  • West Covina
  • West L.A.
  • Whittier
05
How did you learn about Los Angeles Superior Court's Volunteer/Intern Program?
  • Court Website
  • Court Location
  • Bulletin Posted at a Public Agency (Court, County, City, Library, etc.)
  • Court or County Employee
  • Friend or Relative
  • Volunteer/Intern
  • School Placement Office
  • DPSS/CalWorks (WorkSource Center, L.A. Works, One Stop Career Center, EDD Office)
  • Community Organization (Path Point, Project Search, Tierra Del Sol, Special Services)
  • Youth Program (Archdiocese (AYE), Para Los Niños, El Proyecto, Goodwill)
  • Other
06
Please provide more information such as the name and location of the agency, school placement office, organization or program in which you participate.

Required Question

Agency
Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles
Address
111 N. Hill Street, Rm. 203

Los Angeles, California, 90012