Coalition for Juvenile Justice Internships
Policy and Legal Research Intern - Unpaid
Brief Position Description
The Policy and Legal Research Intern will assist with the execution of projects to develop resources and information to support CJJ’s federal policy agenda and juvenile justice reform efforts. CJJ has specific goals to advance leadership development and youth involvement, as well as current and growing projects in the following areas, among others: eliminating racial/ethnic disparities, improving outcomes and preventing detention of youth at risk of court involvement, and promoting detention reform and alternatives to detention for youth charged with delinquency.
Candidates are expected to be fast-learners who are flexible and team-oriented, have strong interpersonal skills, and have proficient-to-advanced skills with MS Office suite. Experience with data analysis and familiarity with juvenile justice issues are preferred. The policy analyst/legal researcher will be primarily responsible for researching and producing digests of federal and state juvenile justice statutes and regulations and may be required to write short products and content on specific juvenile justice related topics.
Major Areas of Responsibility
- Research federal and state regulations governing the treatment and disposition of cases involving juveniles in the juvenile court
- Prepare periodic research summaries for staff as necessary or requested
- Fact-check and revise a range of products to conform with CJJ style requirements and to ensure accuracy
- Analyze, synthesize, and summarize dense and complex information accurately, clearly, and within a short time-frame
- Provide additional project support including but not limited to preparation of PowerPoint presentations
- On occasion, attend relevant meetings, briefings and events for the purposes of taking notes and reporting back to staff.
Like many national nonprofit organizations, CJJ operates in a dynamic environment. Therefore, growth opportunities and responsibilities for this position may evolve in response to new strategic priorities and funding opportunities. CJJ values diversity in all aspects of its operations and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Bachelor's degree in social sciences, education, social work, law and justice related fields or other related fields; preference for a JD (2L or 3L preferred)
- At least two years of experience researching state and/or federal statutory or regulatory authority, inlcuding familiarity with the Congressional Record and THOMAS
- Ability to write clearly and cogently for a variety of audiences
- Prior experience working with a non-profit, advocacy organization, or on Capitol Hill preferred
To Apply
Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a minimum of three references to evans@juvjustice.org. No phone calls, please. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
Communications Intern - Unpaid
Brief Position Description
The Communications Intern will assist with the execution of projects to develop and manage the overall provision of email, web-based, and social media communications with CJJ members and other key audiences. S/He will assist with the monthly newsletter, Facebook and Twitter posts and responses, the CJJ blog, and other forms of member communications. Other duties include data management and administrative/logistical support.
Candidates are expected to be fast-learners who are flexible and team-oriented, have strong interpersonal skills, and have proficient-to-advanced skills with MS Office suite. Experience with basic HTML, data analysis, and familiarity with juvenile justice issues are preferred. The Communications Intern may be expected to write short products and content on specific juvenile justice related topics.
Major Areas of Responsibility
- Assist in planning, writing, and managing monthly newsletter
- Design publications, graphics, and emails to CJJ members
- Update CJJ’s website
- Reach out to members and allies to create blog content
- Fact-check and revise a range of products to conform with CJJ style requirements and to ensure accuracy
- Maintain CJJ’s listservs and other sources of data
- Analyze, synthesize, and summarize dense and complex information accurately, clearly, and within a short time-frame
- Provide additional project support
- On occasion, attend relevant meetings, briefings, and events for the purposes of taking notes and reporting back to staff
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Pursuing and undergraduate or graduate degree in advertising, journalism, or marketing field, social sciences, education, social work, law, and justice related fields or other relevant fields
- Prior internship or related experience with a nonprofit, advocacy organization, or on Capitol Hill preferred; experience in marketing and communications a plus
- Excellent oral and interpersonal communications skills
- Excellent writing, editing, and research skills, and ability to frame and draft cogent messages
- Must be a team player who enjoys working in small groups and can function independently to meet goals
- Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe; experience in graphic design and basic HTML a plus.
Like many national nonprofit organizations, CJJ operates in a dynamic environment. Therefore, growth opportunities and responsibilities for this position may evolve in response to new strategic priorities and funding opportunities. CJJ values diversity in all aspects of its operations and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To Apply
Please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a minimum of three references to evans@juvjustice.org. No phone calls, please. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
