Multi-Door Dispute Resolution Division Internship (Unpaid)

Summary The District of Columbia Courts offers internships for students interested in seeking valuable experience in courts administration. Interns have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the Courts’ 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 Spring 2026. Duties Multi-Door Dispute Resolution Division has intern opportunities within the Landlord & Tenant Same Day Mediation Program.  The positions are an unpaid internship. The intern's major duties for each are below: Assist in preparing for day-of coordination. Assist in reviewing mediation scheduling details, setting up Zoom rooms and assigning mediators to their respective virtual rooms. Assist and attend virtual hearings.   Pass along meditation information to parties referred to same-day mediation.  Check in parties upon arrival, assign them to a mediator once all are present and manage the mediation waitlist.  Assist with ongoing support to mediators and parties, addressing questions and concerns. Requirements Conditions of employment Background and security investigation are required. Must be at least 18 years old. Must commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week. To qualify for this position, you must submit the following: 1. Resume 2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire 3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of transcript or degree) All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Qualifications Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or authorized by United States Citizenship and Immigration Service to intern in the U.S and at least 18 years old. THIS INTERNSHIP IS FOR STUDENTS ONLY (LAW, UNDERGRADUATE, AND GRADUATE STUDENTS) Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication, time management, critical thinking skills. Preference are students pursing degrees in law, court administration, conflict resolution or other related field.  The student must be able to commit a minimum of 10 hours per week to track ABA credit hour requirements. Required days are Mondays and Thursdays.  Please note that authorization for the release of your adult criminal record revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts is required.  If you are selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted. 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, Respect, and Transparency. Education To qualify based on education, upload a copy of your college transcript or degree. The transcript must show the name of the college or university, your name, list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for District of Columbia Courts employment.  You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.   Foreign Education: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript at time of application to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ Additional information All required information must be received by the vacancy announcement closing date. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. No benefits are offered. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.