Summer Student - Justice (Multiple Opportunities)

Attention Students!

Looking for a unique summer experience that combines professional development and mentorship with meaningful work? The Nova Scotia Department of Justice is hiring for summer employment opportunities. Positions can be across different Divisions within the Department of Justice and different program areas of focus.

What Do We Do?

The Department of Justice is responsible for administering the province’s justice system. We support peoples’ rights, safety and access to justice through the department’s programs and services. We also provide legal services to government and its departments and agencies.

We oversee policing and public safety and manage the court system and correctional services. We also provide victim services to the victims of crimes, enforce court-ordered and spousal support payments and manage the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner service.

For more information check out our website here.

There are several available positions across the Department including:

• General Office support
• Central Registry and records management
• Information Technology programming
• Policy or Research Analysts
• Paralegal and legal assistant support
• Criminology and policing programs

Am I Eligible To Apply?

These opportunities are open to full-time students, including those who are graduating from Grade 12 this year, those attending community and professional colleges, and university students, who are currently enrolled and returning to school in Fall 2025 or the next applicable semester.

How To Apply

Apply directly to this job posting by clicking “Apply Now”. In your resume and cover letter, tell us about your skills, educational background, and passions.

Your resume/cover letter must clearly define:

• Your current level of education and expected date of graduation.
• The program area of focus (i.e. Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Sept 2024 – Current).
• Any relevant experience with dates, including community-based and volunteer experience.
• At the application stage, you will be asked several multiple-choice questions asking you to indicate your areas of interest, as well as your preferred worksite location. Your responses will help us match you to opportunities across the province.
• Your availability. These roles may be between 8-16weeks in duration.

Throughout the Hiring Process:

• Your application will be reviewed by our hiring team.
• You may be asked to complete assessments or provide additional information.
• Candidates selected for the next steps will be invited for interviews, either in person or virtually.
• We will ask you to validate your educational credentials and provide a letter of reference. Successful candidates will be referred to opportunities based on areas of interest and preferred worksite locations.
• Hiring Managers will connect with you to extend verbal offers and discuss your new opportunity.

Curious Why You Should Apply? You Will Have The Opportunity To:

• Engage in meaningful projects that have a positive impact on your communities.
• Experience a diverse culture and professional work environment.
• Gain hands-on experience and develop skills that will benefit your future career.

In consideration of the high volume of applications we receive, we kindly ask for your understanding that only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.