Los Angeles County Superior Court
Los Angeles County Superior Court is hiring: Court Reporter Intern in Los Angele
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Los Angeles, CA, US, 90079
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: R9547B/R9759B
Department: 74000 - COURTROOM SUPPORT
Division: COURT REPORTER SB170
Opening Date: 09/11/2025
Closing Date: 10/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Description
The Superior Court of Los Angeles County is the largest unified trial court in the United States. The Court's 582 judicial officers and its dedicated workforce of over 4,600 full-time employees serving across 36 facilities work purposefully and seamlessly to achieve the mission to provide equal access to justice to all of Los Angeles County. At the heart of the Los Angeles Superior Court is commitment and collaboration between team members who contribute professional skill sets and meaningful work experiences toward the goal of serving the community at large.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Join us as a Court Reporter Intern and embark on an exhilarating journey to develop the essential skills for providing precise verbatim reporting of court proceedings. As a Court Reporter Intern, you'll experience a variety of hearings-including civil, criminal, and juvenile-within a dynamic and immersive learning environment. There are two Court Reporter Intern opportunities available with the Los Angeles Superior Court: Court Reporter Intern (Non-Licensed) and Court Reporter Intern (Licensed).
Throughout this internship, you'll actively report the record, prepare transcripts, and ensure compliance with Government Codes, Rules of Court, and Statutes. This unique opportunity provides the foundation for a successful and rewarding career in court reporting.
SALARY
Court Reporter Intern (Non-Licensed):$25.00 hourly
Court Reporter Intern (Licensed):$40.00 hourly
SCHEDULE
Court Reporter Interns must be available to work up to 20 hours per week and one of the following schedules for the duration of the internship:
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
To qualify, you must meet one of the following requirements at time of application:
Note: A valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation is required to carry out job-related essential functions.
*REPORTING SPEED VERIFICATION: Documentation to demonstrate the ability to report at a speed of 180wpm or faster must be attached to your application or provided via email. Acceptable documentation may include certificate of completion of a 180wpm or faster speed test, email communications from an accredited Court Reporting school verifying successful completion of a 180wpm or faster speed test, or any other documentation provided by an accredited Court Reporting school verifying successful completion of a 180wpm or faster speed test. Please note that submitting one of your school's tests which includes an indication of "Pass" or otherwise on it does not meet this criteria. Formal verification is required.
APPLICANT SUPPORT & INFORMATION
Applications must be submitted online. Before submitting your application, carefully review ALL the information detailed on our APPLICANT SUPPORT page linked
Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process may submit a request for accommodation to the email provided below. For additional employment information, please click
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER APPLYING
This recruitment process may take up to 4-6 weeks to complete. We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the recruitment process, detailed below:
EVALUATION: Qualifying evaluation of education, training and experience based upon submitted application and supplemental questionnaire.
ELIGIBILITY: Applicants who successfully pass each (and all) recruitment steps will be placed on an eligible list which will remain active for approximately six (6) months and may be invited to participate in a selection interview. Other vacancies may be filled using this list.
Questions regarding this posting may be e-mailed tompenate@lacourt.or
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Los Angeles Superior Court is an equal opportunity employer.
Options Benefit Plan
Benefits may be purchased using a tax-free monthly benefits allowance between $1,127.65 and $2,430.50 for the 2025 plan year (based on number enrolled in medical coverage). If the monthly cost of the benefits selected is less than the monthly allowance, the employee receives the difference as additional taxable pay, up to a maximum of $244.00. For detailed plan information, click .
Insurance
The Options plan includes a robust range of insurance options, including medical, dental, disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may contribute up to $266 per month into a tax-free Health Care Spending Account and up to $400 per month tax-free into a Dependent Care Spending Account. The Court contributes up to $375 per month to the Dependent Care Spending Account.
Leave Benefits
Vacation - All permanent and other designated categories of employees are eligible to earn paid vacation based on years of service. Vacation time may not be used during the first 6 months of employment.
Sick leave - Depending on the length of service and employment categories, up to one day of full pay per month of service is accrued monthly for qualifying service.
Holidays - 14 days per year.
Bereavement leave
Retirement
Deferred Compensation Plan (457) - Optional tax-deferred supplemental retirement plan that includes a County match of up to 4% of employee's salary.
Retirement Pension Plan administered by the Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA).
If the candidate is a "new member" of the County's defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013, that person's pension will be limited under the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA). For these purposes, a "new member" is someone who first becomes a member of LACERA on or after January 1, 2013 - that is, someone first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012 - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. For further information, visit .
Other Benefits
The Commuter Benefit Plan (CBP) - Allows employees to pay for eligible public transit expenses using pre-tax dollars (up to IRS limits).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement - The Tuition Reimbursement Program provides eligible employees with tuition assistance (maximum $2000 per fiscal year) for courses toward a degree program at an accredited college and/or university. The program is intended to support the ongoing development of a highly effective workforce at the Court.
The information contained herein concerning the benefit package available to incumbents in this classification is based on an employee's appointment to a full-time, permanent position in the Court service in this class. The specific benefit package any individual employee may receive is subject to change based on that employee's particular employment status and payroll title.
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Which position are you applying for based on your current qualifications?
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Please select the option that best describes your current qualifying status:
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If you are a licensed Court Reporter, please provide your Certified Shorthand Reporter license number and expiration date.
04
If you selected COURT REPORTER INTERN (NON-LICENSED) in Question 1, you are required to provide documentation that demonstrates your ability to report at a speed of 180wpm or faster either as an attachment to your application or via email before your application can be evaluated.
Please note that submitting one of your school's tests which includes an indication of "Pass" or otherwise on it does not meet this criteria. Formal verification is required.
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Court Reporter Interns are required to travel to various court locations throughout Los Angeles County to gain exposure to various litigation types.
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Please describe what makes you an ideal candidate for a Court Reporter Internship?
Required Question
Location : Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: R9547B/R9759B
Department: 74000 - COURTROOM SUPPORT
Division: COURT REPORTER SB170
Opening Date: 09/11/2025
Closing Date: 10/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Description
The Superior Court of Los Angeles County is the largest unified trial court in the United States. The Court's 582 judicial officers and its dedicated workforce of over 4,600 full-time employees serving across 36 facilities work purposefully and seamlessly to achieve the mission to provide equal access to justice to all of Los Angeles County. At the heart of the Los Angeles Superior Court is commitment and collaboration between team members who contribute professional skill sets and meaningful work experiences toward the goal of serving the community at large.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Join us as a Court Reporter Intern and embark on an exhilarating journey to develop the essential skills for providing precise verbatim reporting of court proceedings. As a Court Reporter Intern, you'll experience a variety of hearings-including civil, criminal, and juvenile-within a dynamic and immersive learning environment. There are two Court Reporter Intern opportunities available with the Los Angeles Superior Court: Court Reporter Intern (Non-Licensed) and Court Reporter Intern (Licensed).
- For Non-Licensed Interns: Develop essential skills and practical experience to prepare for the Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) license, issued by the Court Reporters Board of California, while refining your Computer-Aided Transcription (CAT) proficiency.
- For Licensed Interns: Sharpen your expertise, build confidence, and gain real-world experience as a working Court Reporter.
Throughout this internship, you'll actively report the record, prepare transcripts, and ensure compliance with Government Codes, Rules of Court, and Statutes. This unique opportunity provides the foundation for a successful and rewarding career in court reporting.
SALARY
Court Reporter Intern (Non-Licensed):$25.00 hourly
Court Reporter Intern (Licensed):$40.00 hourly
SCHEDULE
Court Reporter Interns must be available to work up to 20 hours per week and one of the following schedules for the duration of the internship:
- Choice of 2 full days (8:00 am - 5:00 pm), PLUS choice of 1 additional morning (8:00 am - 12:00 pm), or
- 5 mornings/week (8:00am - 12:00pm)
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
To qualify, you must meet one of the following requirements at time of application:
- COURT REPORTER INTERN (NON-LICENSED): High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, current enrollment in, or completion of, a Court Reporter training program accredited by the Court Reporters Board of California, and *verification of passing at least one 180wpm or faster speed test.
- COURT REPORTER INTERN (LICENSED): High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and a current Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) license issued by the Court Reporters Board of California.
Note: A valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation is required to carry out job-related essential functions.
*REPORTING SPEED VERIFICATION: Documentation to demonstrate the ability to report at a speed of 180wpm or faster must be attached to your application or provided via email. Acceptable documentation may include certificate of completion of a 180wpm or faster speed test, email communications from an accredited Court Reporting school verifying successful completion of a 180wpm or faster speed test, or any other documentation provided by an accredited Court Reporting school verifying successful completion of a 180wpm or faster speed test. Please note that submitting one of your school's tests which includes an indication of "Pass" or otherwise on it does not meet this criteria. Formal verification is required.
APPLICANT SUPPORT & INFORMATION
Applications must be submitted online. Before submitting your application, carefully review ALL the information detailed on our APPLICANT SUPPORT page linked
Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process may submit a request for accommodation to the email provided below. For additional employment information, please click
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER APPLYING
This recruitment process may take up to 4-6 weeks to complete. We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the recruitment process, detailed below:
EVALUATION: Qualifying evaluation of education, training and experience based upon submitted application and supplemental questionnaire.
ELIGIBILITY: Applicants who successfully pass each (and all) recruitment steps will be placed on an eligible list which will remain active for approximately six (6) months and may be invited to participate in a selection interview. Other vacancies may be filled using this list.
Questions regarding this posting may be e-mailed tompenate@lacourt.or
Follow us on social media!
X | | Threads | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedIn
Los Angeles Superior Court is an equal opportunity employer.
Options Benefit Plan
Benefits may be purchased using a tax-free monthly benefits allowance between $1,127.65 and $2,430.50 for the 2025 plan year (based on number enrolled in medical coverage). If the monthly cost of the benefits selected is less than the monthly allowance, the employee receives the difference as additional taxable pay, up to a maximum of $244.00. For detailed plan information, click .
Insurance
The Options plan includes a robust range of insurance options, including medical, dental, disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may contribute up to $266 per month into a tax-free Health Care Spending Account and up to $400 per month tax-free into a Dependent Care Spending Account. The Court contributes up to $375 per month to the Dependent Care Spending Account.
Leave Benefits
Vacation - All permanent and other designated categories of employees are eligible to earn paid vacation based on years of service. Vacation time may not be used during the first 6 months of employment.
Sick leave - Depending on the length of service and employment categories, up to one day of full pay per month of service is accrued monthly for qualifying service.
Holidays - 14 days per year.
Bereavement leave
Retirement
Deferred Compensation Plan (457) - Optional tax-deferred supplemental retirement plan that includes a County match of up to 4% of employee's salary.
Retirement Pension Plan administered by the Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA).
If the candidate is a "new member" of the County's defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013, that person's pension will be limited under the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA). For these purposes, a "new member" is someone who first becomes a member of LACERA on or after January 1, 2013 - that is, someone first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012 - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. For further information, visit .
Other Benefits
The Commuter Benefit Plan (CBP) - Allows employees to pay for eligible public transit expenses using pre-tax dollars (up to IRS limits).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement - The Tuition Reimbursement Program provides eligible employees with tuition assistance (maximum $2000 per fiscal year) for courses toward a degree program at an accredited college and/or university. The program is intended to support the ongoing development of a highly effective workforce at the Court.
The information contained herein concerning the benefit package available to incumbents in this classification is based on an employee's appointment to a full-time, permanent position in the Court service in this class. The specific benefit package any individual employee may receive is subject to change based on that employee's particular employment status and payroll title.
01
Which position are you applying for based on your current qualifications?
- COURT REPORTER INTERN (NON-LICENSED): High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, current enrollment in, or completion of, a Court Reporter training program accredited by the Court Reporters Board of California, and *verification of passing at least one 180wpm or faster speed test.
- COURT REPORTER INTERN (LICENSED): High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and a current Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) license issued by the Court Reporters Board of California.
- None of the Above
02
Please select the option that best describes your current qualifying status:
- Licensed Stenographic Writer
- Licensed Voice Writer
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Court Reporter Training Program
- Successfully completed an accredited Court Reporter Training Program and eligible to sit for the California Court Reporter Exam
- None of the Above
03
If you are a licensed Court Reporter, please provide your Certified Shorthand Reporter license number and expiration date.
04
If you selected COURT REPORTER INTERN (NON-LICENSED) in Question 1, you are required to provide documentation that demonstrates your ability to report at a speed of 180wpm or faster either as an attachment to your application or via email before your application can be evaluated.
Please note that submitting one of your school's tests which includes an indication of "Pass" or otherwise on it does not meet this criteria. Formal verification is required.
- Please check the box to indicate you have read and understand the statement above.
05
Court Reporter Interns are required to travel to various court locations throughout Los Angeles County to gain exposure to various litigation types.
- Check this box to acknowledge your understanding of the above, and that you agree to perform this internship requirement.
06
Please describe what makes you an ideal candidate for a Court Reporter Internship?
Required Question