ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH THE TRIAL COURT EMPLOYMENT PAGE LINKED BELOW. * https://trialcourtjobs.mass.gov/jobs/housing-court-internship-northeast-division-lawrence-massachusetts-united-states-57cdb5fa-c6bf-418d-8043-50e982a9adef *IF YOU APPLY THROUGH THE APPLY ONLINE LINK ABOVE ON THIS MASS CAREERS PAGE YOU_WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED_FOR THIS POSITION. * *PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO APPLY (CUT AND PASTE INTO YOUR BROWSER IF THE EMBEDDED LINK DOES NOT WORK): https://trialcourtjobs.mass.gov/jobs/housing-court-internship-northeast-division-lawrence-massachusetts-united-states-57cdb5fa-c6bf-418d-8043-50e982a9adef You have successfully applied to the position when you receive an email from theMassachusetts Trial Court. If you only receive an email from MassCareers, you HAVE NOT successfully applied. Please call 617-742-8575 with any questions. At the Trial Court, we believe in Justice with Speed and Dignity. This is an amazing opportunity to see Justice at Work! Join the Trial Court for an 8 to 10 week paid internship this summer and experience the tremendous work the Trial Courts do every day. Departmental Mission Statement: The Housing Court is a court of limited jurisdiction that adjudicates civil and criminal actions involving claims in law and equity related to the health, safety, or welfare of the occupants and owners of residential property in Massachusetts. The Court hears summary process (eviction), small claims, and civil actions that involve claims for personal injury, property damage, breach of contract, and discrimination. The Housing Court also adjudicates code enforcement actions and appeals of local zoning board decisions affecting residential property. The Housing Court has fifteen justices sitting in six divisions (Eastern, Northeast, Southeast, Metro-South, Western and Central) and conducts sessions in over 20 locations every week. The Housing Court has statewide jurisdiction. Housing Court Organizational Profile Notes: * *Please complete the on-line application and upload a current resume. This posting will remain open until April 29th, 2024; however, preference will be given to candidates that applied during the initial 14 day posting period. This position is located at: 2 Appleton St Ste 2 Lawrence, MA 01840 This internship will have occasional travelling. * *Position Summary: The intern, under the supervision and guidance of the Northeast Division of the Housing Court, will work on a variety of assignments that will involve the administration and development of the Court's business and operations. The intern should be able to provide a broad range of skilled and confidential administrative support. In addition, Northeast Division Housing Court may assign the intern responsibility for longer term projects. The Northeast Division has jurisdiction in the following counties (Middlesex and Essex). The intern may be called upon to accompany the Northeast Division Housing Court staff and travel across the Commonwealth if/when the need arises. The intern’s daily duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Assist with case management system and in running court metrics • Assist in reviewing documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness • Assist with the management of project schedules and deliverables • Assist in answering calls and responding to requests or questions from the public • Assist with the planning and execution of outreach events, conferences, etc. • Assist with the office’s daily administrative tasks • Define application problem by conferring with users and evaluating procedures and processes • Help with performing software development tasks on technical basis and analyzing work products for correctness and adherence to design standards • Work with court users during various phases of implementation processes to meet specific project needs related to systems deployment, administrative training, and support • Work with Field Coordinator to develop detailed project plans to monitor and track progress. Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary to apply for the position: • Working towards a Bachelor’s Degree. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe, and other computer software • Ability to analyze and solve problems • Strong interpersonal skills • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written forms • Ability to work independently and as part of a team Employment with the Trial Court is contingent upon passage of a criminal record check. Job: Administrative Services* *Organization: Housing Court Department *Title: *Housing Court Internship-Northeast Division Location: Massachusetts-Northeast Housing Court Requisition ID: 240003P8