Massachusetts Probation Service Summer Intern
TRIAL COURT MISSION
The Trial Court is committed to:
- Fair and impartial administration of justice;
- Protection of constitutional and statutory rights and liberties;
- Equal access to justice for all in a safe and dignified environment with policies and practices that strengthen and support diversity, equity, and inclusion;
- Efficient, effective, and accountable resolution of disputes;
- Prompt and courteous service to the public by committed and dedicated professionals utilizing best practices in a manner that inspires public trust and confidence.
The Massachusetts Trial Court is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunity in state employment to all persons. No person shall be denied equal access because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, military or veteran status, physical/mental disability; or genetic information. If you need a reasonable accommodation, or have any questions or concerns about being afforded fair and equal treatment, please contact the HR Benefits Team at reasonableaccommodation@jud.state.ma.us.
Massachusetts Probation Service Summer Intern
At the Trial Court, we believe in Justice with Speed and Dignity. This is an amazing opportunity to see Justice at Work! Join the Trial Court for an 8 to 10 week paid internship this summer and experience the tremendous work the Trial Courts do every day.
Please complete the on-line application and upload a current resume.
The Trial Court is committed to:
- fair and impartial administration of justice;
- protection of constitutional and statutory rights and liberties;
- equal access to justice for all in a safe and dignified environment with policies and practices that strengthen and support diversity, equity, and inclusion;
- efficient, effective, and accountable resolution of disputes;
- prompt and courteous service to the public by committed and dedicated professionals utilizing best practices in a manner that inspires public trust and confidence.
Department Mission Statement:
The Massachusetts Probation Service’s mission is to increase community safety, reduce recidivism, contribute to the fair and equitable administration of justice, support victims and survivors, and assist individuals and families in achieving long term positive change.
Position Summary:
The intern, under the supervision and guidance of the Office of the Commissioner of Probation, will work on a variety of assignments that will involve the administration and development of the Massachusetts Probation Services, specifically within the Information Services Division. The intern should be able to provide a broad range of skilled administrative and technical support. Intern’s daily duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Assist with form edits using Adobe LiveCycle
- Develop an equipment inventory through the use of dashboards in Excel
- Assist in reviewing documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Support with the management of project schedules and deliverables
- Maintaining accurate notes during monthly ISD meetings
- Work alongside ISD’s Project Managers and Operations Coordinator on several ongoing projects
- Promotes an atmosphere that encourages enthusiasm and user participation in the use of information technology and services.
Position Requirements:
- Working towards a bachelor’s degree (or high school diploma, or graduate degree, etc.) from an accredited college or university
- Knowledge of computer software, specifically Adobe LiveCycle and Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally with persons at all levels, including judges and other officials, and to maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written forms, including the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people
- Ability to work independently and part of a team.