Job Details for Pretrial Student Intern
| Court Name/Organization | Texas Eastern Probation and Pretrial Services |
| Overview of the Position | The U.S. Probation Office for the Eastern District of Texas is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time Pretrial Student Internship opportunity. This position will be filled as permitted by budgetary constraints. The Pretrial Services Student Intern provides support and can be in the Plano, Tyler, Beaumont or Sherman, Texas offices. This position is a When-Actually-Employed (WAE) Appointment. There is no predetermined work schedule. The number of hours per week will average 24 but be no less than 20 hours and no more than 32 hours for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks. Work hours are determined by the student's school schedule and the supervisor. The internship period will not exceed 20 consecutive weeks. Compensation is based on the actual hours worked. Student interns are hired by the Chief Probation Officer and work directly for the U.S. Probation Office. |
| Location | Tyler, Sherman, Beaumont, Plano, TX |
| Opening and Closing Dates | 07/28/2025 - Open Until Filled |
| Appointment Type | Internship/Externship |
| Salary | Not specified |
| Link to Court Careers Information | https://www.txep.uscourts.gov/career-opportunities |
| Announcement Number | 25-11 |
| Link to Job Announcement | |
Position Description
Assist officers, conduct investigations, and verify background information concerning persons charged with a federal offense when they are arrested or summoned to court.
- Assist officers with running criminal record checks through local and national databases and files, as well as conducting inquiries with collateral agencies. Investigate a defendant's employment, sources of income, etc. Conduct database searches, compile information, and enter data/information in the pretrial office's database systems.
- Assist with preparing and processing reports, forms, and documents, ensuring consistency and accuracy among forms, reports and other paperwork. Proofread and edit documents for accuracy, proper grammar, and spelling for signature by the officer or supervisor.
- Observe court hearings and officer meetings with defendants..
- Assist with administrative duties such as scanning, shredding, copying, and greeting visitors in person and/or on the telephone.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Miscellaneous
Assist officers, conduct investigations, and verify background information concerning persons charged with a federal offense when they are arrested or summoned to court.
- Assist officers with running criminal record checks through local and national databases and files, as well as conducting inquiries with collateral agencies. Investigate a defendant's employment, sources of income, etc. Conduct database searches, compile information, and enter data/information in the pretrial office's database systems.
- Assist with preparing and processing reports, forms, and documents, ensuring consistency and accuracy among forms, reports and other paperwork. Proofread and edit documents for accuracy, proper grammar, and spelling for signature by the officer or supervisor.
- Observe court hearings and officer meetings with defendants..
- Assist with administrative duties such as scanning, shredding, copying, and greeting visitors in person and/or on the telephone.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Application Info
Provide only the documents requested below in a single PDF file. The file shall be named your last name and the announcement number, i.e., Smith 25-14.
- Cover letter of no more than two pages with a brief narrative describing why you are a suitable candidate for this position.
- Resume
- A complete AO 78 - Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment
- Three professional references, one of whom must be a professor
- A copy of your college transcript
Please submit the above documents in one PDF via email at TXEP-HR@txep.uscourts.gov.
The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.