INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Interns play a vital role in the work we do at the Center for Restorative Justice Works (CRJW). Part of a collaborative effort, interns help bring hope and healing to communities impacted by the criminal justice system.

Internship Openings

Opportunities are offered to students across various academic programs such as psychology, criminal justice, social work, art design and more for a chance to gain professional skills and experience. Priority placement will be given to students who need to fulfill required fieldwork or service learning hours requirements during the Fall, Summer and Spring term.

  • In-Person or Remote

    *availability of remote and/or in-person positions depends on the current needs of the CRJW team.

    AVAILABLE DURING THE SPRING, SUMMER, FALL TERMS

    Collaborate with the CRJW staff and interns at the CRJW headquarters in Montebello, CA to support day-to-day program operations. You will work closely with different team members to assist with various essential office tasks which may include:

    • Clerical tasks including data entry, copying, organizing, filing, and researching.

    • Working with the Family Advocate interns and volunteers to support family participants of the Get On The Bus (GOTB) Program.

    • Preparing items for and attending tabling and outreach events with CRJW staff.

    • Assisting with planning for future CRJW events such as coordinating transportation, activities, and/or meals.

  • In-Person or Remote

    AVAILABLE DURING THE SPRING TERM

    Connecting with families to support their Get On The Bus Event registration and participation. This role may include the following responsibilities:

    • Providing one- on-one support to families leading up to the GOTB event including prison and GOTB required documents.

    • Accompanying families and volunteers on the bus trip to the prison and attending the visiting event at the prison (based on volunteer need/not required).

    • Connecting with local volunteers/community members to assist with GOTB fundraising efforts and donation drives.

Qualifications

  • Must be 18 + years of age 

  • Must attend an accredited college/university

  • Must be enrolled in a program that requires fieldwork or service-learning hours to be completed.

  • Priority placement will be given to individuals who fulfill this requirement.

Scheduling

Internship positions is available Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.; please note hours may change due to holidays and other special events. Internship capacity and positions may vary per season. Given the number of applications we receive, applicants may be contacted when openings become available or on a needed basis.

Application Deadlines

SPRING 2025

Internship Period: January 23 - May 10, 2025

Application Open: October 1, 2024
Application Deadline: November 30, 2024

SUMMER 2025

Internship Period: May 27 - August 9, 2025

Application Open: March 1, 2025
Application Deadline: April 5, 2025

FALL 2025

Internship Period: August 19 - December 9, 2025

Application Open: May 11, 2025
Application Deadline: July 11, 2025