Social Media & Civic Impact Intern
State of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Summer & Fall 2026
The Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission (JPEC) is seeking a motivated intern to support marketing, communication, and outreach efforts during the upcoming election season. JPEC evaluates judges using surveys, courtroom observations, and other data collection methods, and publishes this information to help inform voters.
About The Role
This internship offers hands-on experience in public outreach, communications, social media marketing, and civic engagement. The intern will play a key role in increasing public awareness of JPEC and its resources, including the website judges.utah.gov.
Applications will be accepted through April 2, 2026.
Position Details
Start Date: Flexible; Summer 2026 through the November election Schedule: 10-15 hours/week, increasing to 20 hours per week, closer to election Pay: $16/hour Work Format: Flexible; largely remote with some in-person opportunities (Utah State Capitol - 350 N State St, SLC, UT 84114) Schedule Code: AC- Employees in Offices of Elected Officials Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Key Responsibilities
Support efforts to increase awareness of JPEC and its public resources Assist with election outreach initiatives, including social media campaigns and advertising Contribute to website design and content updates Conduct courtroom observations as part of the evaluation process Assist with data entry and data management tasks
What You'll Gain
Insight into the judicial system and evaluation process in Utah Experience in marketing, communications, and social media strategy Hands-on experience with Salesforce (CRM) Exposure to data management and basic qualitative analysis
Preferred Knowledge & Skills
Excellent written & oral communication skills Ability to manage confidential information with care and discretion Social media & marketing skills; Excel skills A keen eye for detail and error correction; reliable, self-motivated
Why You Should Join Our Team
The Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission (JPEC) supports the pursuit of professional growth and development through a culture that encourages great employees, great attitudes and teamwork. JPEC is a unique, small office staffed with an excellent team of diverse experiences and expertise. Working in this office will give you a direct, hands-on experience that will grow your professional skills and capabilities.
The Agency
The Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission (JPEC) was established by the legislature in 2008 to help voters get to know their judges. Its goals are providing information and feedback and promoting public accountability. We conduct multi-faceted evaluations of judges that evaluate legal ability, judicial temperament and integrity, administrative skill, procedural fairness, disciplinary record, judicial time standards, and physical and mental competence. The voters ultimately decide whether or not each judge will continue to serve in office. For more detailed information about our office and the performance evaluations, visit our website here.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
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The Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission (JPEC) is seeking a motivated intern to support marketing, communication, and outreach efforts during the upcoming election season. JPEC evaluates judges using surveys, courtroom observations, and other data collection methods, and publishes this information to help inform voters.
About The Role
This internship offers hands-on experience in public outreach, communications, social media marketing, and civic engagement. The intern will play a key role in increasing public awareness of JPEC and its resources, including the website judges.utah.gov.
Applications will be accepted through April 2, 2026.
Position Details
Start Date: Flexible; Summer 2026 through the November election Schedule: 10-15 hours/week, increasing to 20 hours per week, closer to election Pay: $16/hour Work Format: Flexible; largely remote with some in-person opportunities (Utah State Capitol - 350 N State St, SLC, UT 84114) Schedule Code: AC- Employees in Offices of Elected Officials Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Key Responsibilities
Support efforts to increase awareness of JPEC and its public resources Assist with election outreach initiatives, including social media campaigns and advertising Contribute to website design and content updates Conduct courtroom observations as part of the evaluation process Assist with data entry and data management tasks
What You'll Gain
Insight into the judicial system and evaluation process in Utah Experience in marketing, communications, and social media strategy Hands-on experience with Salesforce (CRM) Exposure to data management and basic qualitative analysis
Preferred Knowledge & Skills
Excellent written & oral communication skills Ability to manage confidential information with care and discretion Social media & marketing skills; Excel skills A keen eye for detail and error correction; reliable, self-motivated
Why You Should Join Our Team
The Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission (JPEC) supports the pursuit of professional growth and development through a culture that encourages great employees, great attitudes and teamwork. JPEC is a unique, small office staffed with an excellent team of diverse experiences and expertise. Working in this office will give you a direct, hands-on experience that will grow your professional skills and capabilities.
The Agency
The Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission (JPEC) was established by the legislature in 2008 to help voters get to know their judges. Its goals are providing information and feedback and promoting public accountability. We conduct multi-faceted evaluations of judges that evaluate legal ability, judicial temperament and integrity, administrative skill, procedural fairness, disciplinary record, judicial time standards, and physical and mental competence. The voters ultimately decide whether or not each judge will continue to serve in office. For more detailed information about our office and the performance evaluations, visit our website here.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
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