Executive Office Communications 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 Communications Team of the Executive Office. This teams mission is to provide effective internal and external communication that best represent the DC Courts. The interns major duties are below: Assist the Multimedia Public Affairs Specialist with developing new social media content and approaches. Assist the Communications Specialist with developing multimedia content for internal stakeholders. Assist the Communications Program Manager with strategic communications efforts. Assist the Media and Public Relations Manager with media interactions. 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 HS diploma, GED certificate, college transcript or degree) 4. Portfolio of work (e.g. portfolio website, links to prior work, etc.) All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement.

Qualifications and evaluation

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/13065890 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 college transcript or degree) Portfolio of work (e.g. portfolio website, links to prior work, etc.)

Additional information

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