Crime Victims Compensation Program Internship (Unpaid)

Summary

The District of Columbia Courts offers internships for students interested in seeking valuable experience in court administration. Interns have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the Court's 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 Fall/Winter 2026.

Duties

This position is an unpaid internship working with the Crime Victims Compensation Program. This team's mission is to provide compensation to eligible victims of violent crimes, survivors of homicide victims, and dependent family members that qualify to receive compensation awards in accordance with the governing rules and statutes. The duties of the intern will consist of: Assist the team with ensuring applications submitted are processed in accordance with the governing statutes, rules and standard operating procedures. Assist the team with answering inquiries about the program from the public, service providers, organizations, governmental representatives, and court personnel. Assist the applicants with filing applications by receiving, reviewing, and determining completeness of application. Assist the team with creating electronic claims folders for each application received and ensuring all necessary documentation is placed in the electronic folder when received. Assist the team with contacting applicants, agencies and/or organizations to obtain or request additional information and documentation when needed. Assist the program with outreach initiatives and activities. Position is flexible to focus the duties to meet the interests and goals of the intern.

Requirements

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 college transcript or degree) All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement.

Qualifications and evaluation

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Upon receipt of your complete application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure that you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Answers submitted in the questionnaire must be supported on your resume. Your resume must reflect the relevant experience and that you meet the minimum qualifications, or your application will not be considered. You may https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13067331 for this vacancy.

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.

Benefits

No benefits are offered.

How to apply

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the vacancy questionnaire. Afterward, click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

Required documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application: Resume Completed Vacancy Questionnaire Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of high school diploma, college transcript or degree)

Additional information

All required information must be received by the vacancy announcement closing date.