Crime Victims Compensation Program Student Internship
Washington, District of Columbia
Employer: District of Columbia Courts
Industry: General Student Trainee
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Part-Time
Summary
This is an unpaid internship for Fall 2024 with the Crime Victims Compensation Program.
The Crime Victims Compensation Program assists victims of violent crime and their families with crime-related expenses such as funeral and burial costs, medical and mental health costs, lost wages, loss of support and services, cleanup of a crime scene.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Open to U.S. Citizens or individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residency or authorized by Immigration and Naturalization Service to intern in the U.S, and at least 18 years old.
Duties
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 Courts' mission to protect rights and liberties, uphold and interpret the law, and resolve disputes fairly and effectively in the District of Columbia. The intern's primary responsibilities include the following:
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Must be an undergraduate or graduate student studying one of the following areas: Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice or Social Work.
Qualifications
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or authorized to by Immigration and Naturalization Service to intern the United States.
Be enrolled in an accredited institution. Including but not limited to; technical or vocational institute, junior college, college, university, graduate school or Law School.
Applicant must be able to commit to 16-20 hours per week.
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.
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/
How You Will Be Evaluated
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 preview questions for this vacancy.
Required Documents
1. Resume
2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of college transcript or acceptance letter)
4. Cover Letter (indicating your areas of interest)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
All interested persons should send their letter of interest and resume to Sequoria Brown at sequoria.brown@dcsc.gov
Agency contact information
A. Butler-Lambert
Phone
202-879-3190
Email
jobs@dcsc.gov
Address
District of Columbia Courts
Moultrie Building
500 Indiana Avenue, NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20001
United States
Next steps
Once your completed application is received, the qualified candidates will be referred to internship managers for further consideration and possible interview. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This is an unpaid internship for Fall 2024 with the Crime Victims Compensation Program.
The Crime Victims Compensation Program assists victims of violent crime and their families with crime-related expenses such as funeral and burial costs, medical and mental health costs, lost wages, loss of support and services, cleanup of a crime scene.
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
Open to U.S. Citizens or individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residency or authorized by Immigration and Naturalization Service to intern in the U.S, and at least 18 years old.
Duties
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 Courts' mission to protect rights and liberties, uphold and interpret the law, and resolve disputes fairly and effectively in the District of Columbia. The intern's primary responsibilities include the following:
- Assist in ensuring applications submitted are processed in accordance with the governing statutes, and rules.
- Assist in answering inquiries about the Program from the public, service providers, etc.
- Assist applicants with filing applications by receiving, reviewing, and determining completeness of application.
- Assist in creating electronic claims folder for each application
- Assist in determining and coordinating temporary emergency housing placements for eligible claimants per request.
- Assist in preparing and sending out application updates to the claimants
- Assist in outreach projects, and research.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must submit to a background and/or security investigation.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student.
- Must commit to 16-20 hours per week.
- Must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.
Must be an undergraduate or graduate student studying one of the following areas: Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice or Social Work.
Qualifications
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or authorized to by Immigration and Naturalization Service to intern the United States.
Be enrolled in an accredited institution. Including but not limited to; technical or vocational institute, junior college, college, university, graduate school or Law School.
Applicant must be able to commit to 16-20 hours per week.
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.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
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 preview questions for this vacancy.
- Benefits
No benefits. - Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
1. Resume
2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of college transcript or acceptance letter)
4. Cover Letter (indicating your areas of interest)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. - How to Apply
All interested persons should send their letter of interest and resume to Sequoria Brown at sequoria.brown@dcsc.gov
Agency contact information
A. Butler-Lambert
Phone
202-879-3190
Email
jobs@dcsc.gov
Address
District of Columbia Courts
Moultrie Building
500 Indiana Avenue, NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20001
United States
Next steps
Once your completed application is received, the qualified candidates will be referred to internship managers for further consideration and possible interview. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome. - Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.- Criminal history inquiries
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
- Privacy Act
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Selective Service
- Signature and false statements
- Social security number request
Required Documents
1. Resume
2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of college transcript or acceptance letter)
4. Cover Letter (indicating your areas of interest)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
All interested persons should send their letter of interest and resume to Sequoria Brown at sequoria.brown@dcsc.gov
Agency contact information
A. Butler-Lambert
Phone
202-879-3190
jobs@dcsc.gov
Address
District of Columbia Courts
Moultrie Building
500 Indiana Avenue, NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20001
United States
Next steps
Once your completed application is received, the qualified candidates will be referred to internship managers for further consideration and possible interview. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Criminal history inquiries
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
- Privacy Act
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Selective Service
- Signature and false statements
- Social security number request
Created: 2024-09-01
Reference: 807546400
Country: United States
State: District of Columbia
City: Washington
ZIP: 20010
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