The Campaign for Youth Justice (CFYJ) is dedicated to ending the practice of trying, sentencing, and incarcerating youth under 18 in the adult criminal justice system.

The Campaign works in partnership with state-based campaigns in a number of states. We serve as a clearinghouse of information on youth prosecuted as adults and make our tools and resources available to those interested in learning and taking action on an issue that personally affects them.

For additional information, please visit: http://www.campaignforyouthjustice.org/

ABOUT THE INTERNS PROGRAM

Policy Intern: policy/law will intern part time in the CFYJ office. Fellow responsibilities may include researching different justice-related policies (local, state, federal) or proposed policies (reform bills) that could impact CFYJ’s current of future projects as well as assisting with various research-related tasks. These tasks may include quantitative and/or qualitative data collection, data entry, and/or analysis; preparing literature reviews; drafting blog entries for CFYJ’s website; and assisting with specific state level policy requests. Work with Policy Director to update Collateral Consequences report. Update research materials for the website. Review amicus briefs. Support state advocates with timely research and data to support current campaigns. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend local and federal briefings and hearings.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate:

Has an avid interest in juvenile justice reform;
Is interested in research and policy;
Currently takes classes focused on law, legal studies, psychology, public health, public policy, social work, sociology, or another related field;
Is detail oriented and organized;
Is enthusiastic about gaining new knowledge bases;
Has a professional work ethic;
Can work independently, problem solve and take initiative;
Has prior work or volunteer experience with a community-based organization and/or youth;
Has knowledge of Microsoft Office, and other database software packages.

How to apply

Please submit the following materials to info@cfyj.org

Cover letter indicating your experience and interest in juvenile justice reform.
Resume.
List of two to three references.
Writing sample (two to five pages).

Please submit your application materials as MS Word or PDF attachments. Include all attachments in a single email. Please include, “CFYJ Fall Policy Intern Application” in the subject line of your email.

PROCESS

CFYJ expects to schedule telephone interview for August. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. CFYJ receives a large number of applications for a small number of internships; therefore, please do not call CFYJ after submitting your application. If you have questions, please email info@cfyj.org.