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Application deadline 3/31 Erie & Niagara County Court Summer Internships

Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2026 5:01 pm
by Undergraduate Law BA
The High School and College Undergraduate Internship Program is an in-person summer program. Interns are expected to work Monday through Thursday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. This program provides students with the opportunity to learn about different careers within the court system by working directly with judges, judicial chambers staff and other dedicated professionals in non-judicial roles within the Unified Court System. Interns will also participate in professional development programs.

Qualifications
  • To qualify for the student internship, high school students must be at least 16 years of age and college undergraduate students must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Students must also commit to a minimum of 24-hours per week, for the three-week duration of the internship.
  • Acceptance to the program is at the discretion of the 8th Judicial District Administrative Judge.
How to Apply

Complete online application and attach cover letter, resume and Consent to Volunteer: https://nycourts.powerappsportals.us/intern_8jd/.
Students may be asked to participate in an in-person interview.

Information: If you need an accommodation for a disability, contact the District Executive for the Eighth Judicial District: ADA8JD@nycourts.gov or (716) 845-2505.

Uncompensated/Volunteer: This is a voluntary position without monetary or other compensation. Students should check about stipends, school credit or other opportunities this internship could provide them within their referring institution or other community organizations. Interns are responsible for paying transportation and parking fees. Space is limited.

Application Deadline: Erie County - March 31, 2026; Niagara County - April 3, 2026
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