CESAR Research Internship- Spring 2022

Research Assistant Spring 2022 Internship with Center for Substance Abuse Research

Duties:  The intern’s primary responsibilities will be to assist with a variety of substance use focused research projects. 

Research Projects

• Emergency Department Drug Surveillance (EDDS) System: The EDDS system (https://cesar.umd.edu/landing/EDDS) collects de-identified electronic health record (EHR) information and de-identified urine specimens from participating hospitals periodically, in order to monitor the trends in the drugs detected in patients presenting to their emergency departments (EDs). This project was recently expanded with funding from the Office of National Drug Control Policy to include hospitals in 20 additional states throughout the United States. The student will help to set up study sites, check and analyze data, build tables/graphs using study data, prepare study reports, and assist with preparing other materials to promote the public dissemination of study findings. 

• Other Miscellaneous Projects (TBD): CESAR has several pending grant proposals for new substance use projects. We will engage the student in any newly funded projects. 

Qualifications: GPA Requirement: 3.5 minimum. No prior research experience is required. This candidate must have strong attention to detail and basic data analysis skills. Excel and SPSS experience strongly preferred. The student should have an interest in epidemiology/public health research/substance use. 

Hours: 10 hours/week minimum. Ability to commit a greater number of hours is a plus! 

Compensation:    Internship open to undergraduate and graduate students. May be used to earn BSOS, HLTH, PHSC, or CRIM internship credit (3-6 credits). These credits may be used to fulfill elective and program credit requirements. Internship may also be used towards federal semester program requirements. Both part-time and full-time interns will be considered. 

To Apply:  Please submit by email a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript, and writing sample (i.e. class paper) to: Amy Billing, Center for Substance Abuse Research (CESAR), University of Maryland, College Park, billing@umd.edu

Please indicate the approximate number of hours per week you are interested in working. If you are applying as part of a structured internship program on campus, please indicate this as well. 

Application Deadline: Open until filled. 

Private Investigator- full-time position

Price Benowitz Private Investigator Position 

Price Benowitz currently has an opening for an experienced Private Investigator for their civil and criminal practice groups, covering the Washington metropolitan area. This position involves investigative tasks for cases consisting of misdemeanors, felonies, accidents and white collar criminal defense. The position involves investigative tasks such as conducting record searches, locating and interviewing witnesses and preparing reports. Flexible hours are also a must and include weekday, weekend, and evening assignments. Experience in serving subpoenas and other legal documents is a plus, though it is not required. The candidate must have reliable transportation, as well as experience working as an investigator for a law firm. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. 

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience with criminal defense matters in the DMV area is a plus.
• Must have an interest in criminal defense.
• Must have strong research and analytical skills. 
• Must possess strong investigative skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be amenable to traveling.
• Good organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well independently but more importantly as part of a team.
• Ability to exercise flexibility, initiative, good judgment and discretion.

Interested students may reach out to Erin Doolin at edoolin@umd.edu to be connected to an outgoing Private Investigator at Price Benowitz. 

DROP IN: Office Hours with Ben Panitch '20 CCJS Alum

Today- DROP IN: Office Hours with Ben Panitch '20 CCJS Alum, Ocean City Police Department

Wednesday, Oct. 27  •  1:00 PM - 4:00 PM  |  Location: Tydings Hall, Room 2118

Meet a recent alum and ask career questions. Stop by the Feller Center, anytime between 1-4 pm to learn more about Officer Ben Panitch’s career, his time at UMD, policing, and opportunities with the OCPD. Check out some of these sample questions, and bring them to the chat! RSVP to receive additional details. 

Officer Ben Panitch grew up north of Chicago and started his law enforcement training and career in 2012 with the Lincolnshire Police Department. He then worked seasonally for the Lake Forest Police Department and the Ocean City Police Department throughout college. Ben graduated the University of Maryland in 2020 and became a full-time police officer for the Town of Ocean City. While at the University of Maryland, Ben took advantage of the internship programs available to him and expanded his law enforcement experience making him a more qualified applicant to agencies around the nation. 

Future Leaders in Public Service Summer Internship

 Future Leaders in Public Service Summer Internship 

With just under 7% of the full-time federal workforce under the age of 30, executive branch agencies are working to meet this need, prioritizing the design and implementation of paid internship programs that provide students with valuable work experience, an expanded professional network, and a better understanding of both the importance and impact of public service. These programs help college and graduate students—often facing an uncertain job market—apply their educational training to both short- and long-term federal opportunities and make a difference in society.  

Operated by the Partnership for Public Service, the Future Leaders in Public Service Internship Program is recruiting young talent to join the federal workforce in support of two agencies. The program places students with critically needed skills into paid internships and aims to develop a diverse pool of young  talent for these agencies.  

Benefits

Selected participants in the program will receive:

• A 10-12 week summer internship with a federal agency.
• $4,000 per student to cover stipend and other expenses.
• Professional development sessions, including an orientation and networking events throughout the summer.

Eligibility

In order to apply to the program, candidates must be:

• U.S. citizens at the time of application submission.  
• Currently enrolled at an accredited educational institution in an undergraduate or graduate program. Undergraduates must be current second-year students/sophomores and above.  
• Able to demonstrate “superior academic achievement” and have a GPA above 3.0. 
• Interested in at least one of the following career tracks:
  • Mission support. Ideal for students with backgrounds in finance, human resources and information technology.
  • Government contracting and acquisitions. Ideal for students focusing on federal contracting and acquisitions, or pursuing a business degree in subjects like finance.
  • STEM and innovation.  Ideal for students majoring in the fields of science and health, technology, engineering, math, or interested in entrepreneurship and innovation.
  • Public policy and administration. Ideal for students interested in public policy and administration.
• Liberal arts. Ideal for students studying communications, arts, humanities and social sciences.

Summer 2022 Timeline

• October 18, 2021: Applications for the summer 2022 cohort open.
• January 14, 2022: All completed applications must be submitted.
• February 1-28, 2022: Virtual interviews conducted.
• March 27-31, 2022: Selected fellows will be notified of placement.

Partnership for Public Service Internships

Partnership for Public Service Spring Internship

Deadline: November 5

The Public Service Internship Program is an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students as well as recent graduates to contribute to the Partnership’s mission while developing valuable professional skills.

Interns work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Their responsibilities vary but often include event planning and execution, research, writing and outreach to external partners, including federal agencies and colleges and universities. Additionally, there is time allocated to support the organization by taking shifts to staff the front desk and assisting other teams as needed.

The program also incorporates opportunities for professional and personal growth through workshops and trainings specifically geared toward students and young professionals, such as networking, office etiquette, resume reviews and interviewing. Interns are also invited to participate in staff-wide workshops and trainings, including brownbag speakers such as high-ranking government officials and corporate partners. Interns complete a learning agreement at the start, a mid-point review and end-of-term evaluation. Interns are supervised by a full-time staff member on their team, in addition to having the support of three intern coordinators and an assigned buddy.

Who Should Apply

The Partnership strives to be an inclusive organization that fosters learning, collaboration and respect. We actively recruit for diversity in our workplace, believing that a range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences contributes to our mission of revitalizing government.

We seek extraordinary undergraduate students, graduate students and recent graduates with:

• A commitment to public service.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Analytical thinking.
• An ability to work well in teams.

There is no single academic major or background we prefer over another—if you share our passion and are committed to developing your skills while gaining valuable experience, we want to hear from you!

Most of our internship positions are designed to be full-time (40 hours per week) in order to maximize all components of the internship program, however we will consider part-time schedules on certain teams. Some internship roles supporting program delivery require specific work hours and are not ideal for interns available less than 30 hours per week. Typically we cannot accommodate any work schedules less than 20 hours per week.

We are planning for some spring 2022 internships to remain fully remote work, while some internships will be hybrid work based in Washington, DC (a combination of remote work with some in-person office work, programs or events), depending on specific team needs. Please see each team posting below for specific needs and locations for different roles and be sure to apply to accordingly.

Partnership meetings and activities typically occur Monday-Friday between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET. While we can accommodate remote interns who work in other time zones, please be advised that the majority of intern assignments will take place during these hours. Since time zones and assignments will vary by intern candidates and teams, specific needs will be discussed during the interview stage of the hiring process.

When internships are completed through remote work, the internship is subject to a “Bring Your Own Technology” policy meaning the internship requires the intern to provide and use their own personal computer capable of accessing the internet and to have access to a high-speed internet connection during the work day.

Compensation

Interns receive the following compensation:

• Full-time interns with an undergraduate or graduate degree will receive $1,200 per month.
• Full-time interns who are currently undergraduate students will receive $1,000 per month.
• Part-time intern compensation will be pro-rated accordingly.

Management Leadership for Tomorrow Program

 

Management Leadership for Tomorrow Career Prep Program

Eligibility Requirements:

• College sophomore (graduating in Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Summer 2024)
• U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident (includes DACA participants)
• African American, Latinx, or Native American (if you represent more than one race, one of them must be African American, Latinx, or Native American)
• There is no GPA requirement to apply. However, fellows are expected to maintain a 3.0 GPA minimum while participating in the program
• Career interest in business or technology (but we accept all majors except Law & Pre-Med)
• Ability to complete monthly assignments and attend all virtual or in-person seminars

Early Decision Deadline: November 15 

Women in Law Enforcement Career Fair

Women In Law Enforcement Career Fair, Meet & Greet, & More!

Saturday, November 6 | 10 AM- 2 PM

Howard County Police Officers, Oracle Building

7031 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia, 21046

Solitary Watch Spring Internship

Solitary Watch Spring Internship

Solitary Watch offers interns an opportunity to gain reporting, research, and outreach skills while working on an important domestic human rights issue. Individuals with a background or interest in journalism, law, and criminal justice, including formerly incarcerated individuals and others directly impacted by the criminal justice system, are especially encouraged to apply, as are those interested in utilizing media to advance social justice.

We are happy to fulfill the supervision requirements of any college internship program.

Description of Work:

Interns conduct research, create original content for Solitary Watch, and assist in building the reach and readership of the site. Along with minimal routine administrative work, interns will generally have the opportunity to:

• Report and draft at least one original news story

• Assist with research and reporting for investigative projects

• Research and draft fact sheets and material for reports

• Research and update resources on solitary confinement

• Update databases and mailing lists

• Correspond with people in prison

• Conduct outreach using social media

• Attend briefings and panel discussions

• Help coordinate the Photo Requests from Solitary project

Requirements:

• Ability to work independently and see projects through from beginning to end (essential!)

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong interest in human rights / civil liberties / criminal justice issues

• Excellent writing and online research skills

• Basic web posting and social media skills (no coding)

• Own computer and cell phone

• Reporting experience and/or video or graphic design skills a plus

Application Process:

Please email your resume, a cover letter stating why you are interested in this internship, one writing sample, and contact information for one reference to Jean Casella at jcasella@solitarywatch.org.

Schedule a Career Advising Appointment Today!

Schedule a meeting with CCJS Career Outreach Specialist, Erin Doolin, through Terp Engage! 

Erin is here to help you with your internship search and can review your resume & cover letter for different positions.

Erin Doolin will also teach our 1 credit professional development course CCJS 332 and the Internship courses 359 and 398. Make sure to sign up when registration opens!

For career advising appointments regarding graduate school and job search, please schedule an appointment with the Feller Center's Career Planning team! 

For any questions you may have, email Erin at EDoolin@umd.edu. 

Security Specialist, Full Time position with Department of Justice

Security Specialist, Department of Justice, 

Full-Time Job Opportunity 

This position is in the Justice Management Division, Security and Emergency Planning Staff, a staff responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining DOJ security programs (personnel, information, physical, and litigation) and emergency preparedness planning. The Litigation Security Group has responsibility for establishment and maintenance of DOJ-wide policy and programs concerning all security disciplines, including providing security support in litigation.

Responsibilities

1. Performs routine and non-complex security functions under the guidance of senior Chief Information Security Officers.
2. Interacts with Federal court officials, DOJ prosecutors, defense attorneys, individuals from the Intelligence community regarding national security
issues in litigation.
3. Conducts security indoctrination briefings for access to classified information.
4. Supports initiation of security procedures for classified court proceedings.
5. Provides security support to Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities maintained by the Litigation Support Group at Federal courts nationwide.
6. Interpret statutes, regulations, Executive Orders, and/or other guidelines to ensure regulatory compliance in a litigation security program.

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application questionnaire and submit your supporting documentation. Your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/03/2021 to receive consideration.

If you would like to preview the assessment questionnaire, please see: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11269172

• Click "Apply Online" to get started.
• If you're not logged in to your USAJOBS account, you will need to login. If you don't have an account, please create one.
• You will be prompted to select one of your stored (or uploaded) resumes, and any supporting documents you have uploaded to USAJOBS. If you have not uploaded these documents, you can do so later before submitting your application.
• After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, you will be asked to submit your demographic information (if you have provided this in your profile). Submission is optional and anonymous.
• You'll be asked to confirm your choices and certify the accuracy of your information before you're able to continue to the Application Manager system. Until you see the blue border and DOJ logo, you are still on USAJOBS. You'll see a folder animation just before you leave USAJOBS.
• Once you reach DOJ's Application Manager system, you'll be asked to verify the information you transmitted from USAJOBS. You will then respond to the application assessment questionnaires and indicate your eligibility options.
• After responding to the questionnaires, you will have the opportunity to attach the documents you brought over from USAJOBS *OR* upload documents directly from your computer or device.
• If you opt to upload a document directly, click the "Upload" button and select the document on your device, then wait for the upload to finish. Repeat as needed. Documents must be less than 3 MB each and should be in a compatible file format.
• Once all your documents are uploaded, you must assign the uploads to the appropriate document category. You may attach more than one document to each category. Click the drop-down menu for a document category, and select one of the available options in the menu. The document will be listed under this category. You can click the drop-down again to add other documents, as needed. You can have up to 15 document assignments.
• Once you've uploaded and assigned all your documents to an appropriate document type, you can proceed to the final verification step, and click Submit.
• If you have correctly submitted your application, you will receive an automated e-mail notification within 30-60 minutes. Be sure to review the announcement fully to make sure that your application contains everything that is required.

If you need help with the application process, please see the USAJOBS Help Site (for everything on the USAJOBS-side), or the Application Manager Help Site (for everything on the DOJ-side). Regrettably, the Department of Justice cannot assist you with USAJOBS account issues. If you contact us for assistance and the problem is related to your USAJOBS account, we will have to direct you to USAJOBS to remedy the issue.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: If you are unable to apply online due to a disability or overseas active duty deployment, you must request an alternative application, which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Karen Humes at Karen.L.Humes@usdoj.gov or 202-514-7711 to discuss your situation. Accommodations are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Consider taking UNIV362: Designing Your Life After College!

Students with at least 60 credits are eligible to enroll in UNIV362: Designing Your Life After College. This innovative course helps students plan their transition out of college and into early adulthood. Faculty and experts from around campus and the country come together to provide a hands-on learning experience. Students gain a grasp on important financial concepts such as budgeting, understanding the stock market, and managing a retirement account. The course faculty also coach students through career development, the steps to secure an apartment or mortgage, understanding benefit packages, and negotiating job offers.

Students are coached through developing a life plan that will help those who have no clear path after graduation and students who have a set vision for what they want to accomplish. We encourage any student interested in preparing for life after college to enroll in UNIV362.

Virtual Open House - Graduate Program in Criminology & Criminal Justice UMD

 

The Criminology & Criminal Justice M.A. and Ph.D. graduate programs at the University of Maryland in College Park, MD, will be hosting a free Virtual Open House for students interested in applying to our program. The event will be at 3:00 PM EST on Friday, November 5,  2021.

The Virtual Open House will allow prospective students to learn more about the M.A. and Ph.D. programs in Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Maryland. You will hear from the faculty about our admission process and timeline, research, and collaboration work with students, followed by a Q&A session.

To register for this event, please visit: https://go.umd.edu/TzE

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.   If you have any questions, please contact Jessica Townsend at jessicat@umd.edu.

UMD Student Legal Aid Spring 2022 Internship

 

Undergraduate Legal Aid 2022 Internship 

Applications for the Spring 2022 Legal Aid Internship are now open! Applications will be due 4pm on Monday, November 8th, 2021. You can download a copy of the application here.

The Undergraduate Legal Aid Office internship program allows students to gain valuable hands-on experience while earning 3 hours of academic credit. The office selects 8 students per semester. Interns work approximately 6 hours per week and attend an academic session every week.

During office hours, interns perform in-take interviews with students, maintain all administrative records and correspondence, and consult with the attorney. Classroom assignments complement the office learning experience.

To apply, students must have at least 56 credits by the start of the internship and a 3.0 cumulative GPA is recommended.

At the end of the semester, interns are afforded the opportunity to apply to the Student Advocate Program. Both the internship and Student Advocate Program provide an excellent opportunity for students considering a law-related career, or any student who hopes to develop writing and interpersonal skills while helping their peers.

NCIS Internship

NCIS Summer/Fall Internship (July-December)

Deadline: Feb 1, 2022

NCIS is seeking individuals who possess strong academic credentials, outstanding character, and a high degree of motivation for the NCIS Internship Program. The NCIS Internship Program offers candidates a unique perspective into the agency, its mission, and what it takes to serve in one of the elite law enforcement organizations within the federal government and the world. 

This minimum 18-week experience immerses interns in unique experiences such as law enforcement, national security, intelligence, and cyber while working alongside experienced NCIS personnel. This opportunity is open to all academic backgrounds. However, NCIS strives to place candidates in various disciplines that match their experience, studies, and interests.
 
The program is an unpaid internship, and any relocation/travel expenses are not covered or reimbursed by NCIS. Interns must work a minimum of 16 hours per week. 

Qualifications

NCIS is seeking individuals who possess strong academic credentials, outstanding character, and a high degree of motivation. To be considered for the program, individuals must meet the following criteria:
• U.S. citizenship
• Enrolled not less than half time in a baccalaureate or graduate degree program at the time of application and the time of the entire internship timeframe
• Must be considered a college junior or higher at the time of internship
• A minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) is preferred
• Favorable completion of criminal history checks and credit checks
• Favorable review of T3 investigation and submission for a secret clearance

APPLICATION PROCESS:

 All applicants must submit the following as pdf documents via email by the application deadline. Submit application documents to ncis_internships@ncis.navy.mil 

• Cover letter annotating what position(s) you are applying for (maximum of 3). 

• Resume (1-3 pages). Please make sure your anticipated graduation month and year are listed. 

• Essay (1 page) describing background, interests, objectives, and motivation to participate in the internship program. 

• Two letters of recommendation (at least one from a faculty member). 

• College Transcripts. Please be sure your cumulative GPA is listed. 

• Statement written by your school internship sponsor. 

• NCIS Background Security Questionnaire for Interns. 

• Authorization for Release of Information Form. 

• Request for Biographical Information Form. 

APPLICATION DEADLINES: 

Application packages must be received by the deadline dates indicated below. 

July-December Internship: The deadline to apply is February 1st, the year of the internship

Office Hours with Ben Panitch '20 of the Ocean City Police Department

Office Hours with Ben Panitch '20 of the Ocean City Police Department

Wednesday, October 27 || 1-4 PM || 2118 Tydings Hall

Alumni and Current OCPD Officer Ben Panitch will be in the Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning, at 2118 Tydings Hall, from 1-4 PM on Wednesday, October 27. Students can stop by at any time to ask questions and learn more about Officer Panitch and the Ocean City Police Department. 

Officer Ben Panitch grew up north of Chicago and started his law enforcement training and career in 2012 with the Lincolnshire Police Department. He then worked seasonally for the Lake Forest Police Department and the Ocean City Police Department throughout college. Ben graduated the University of Maryland in 2020 and became a full-time police officer for the Town of Ocean City. While at the University of Maryland, Ben took advantage of the internship programs available to him and expanded his law enforcement experience making him a more qualified applicant to agencies around the nation.

Stop by the Feller Center, 2118 Tydings Hall, from 1-4 PM to learn more about Officer Ben Panitch’s career, his time at UMD, policing, and opportunities with the OCPD. Check out some of these sample questions, and bring them to the chat!

Please be sure to follow current UMD COVID guidelines which can be found here

Hosted by: Criminology and Criminal Justice Dept., Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning, and The University Career Center

Full-Time Research Scientist Position, NY Government

Research Scientist 1/2, Division of Criminal Justice Services

Minimum Qualifications:

Research Scientists must possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of experience in the field of Criminal Justice research. Candidates may be appointed to either Research Scientist 1, SG-18, or Research Scientist 2, SG-22, depending on their level of education, type of work experience, and the specific work assignment as determined by the hiring panel.

Research Scientist 1, SG-18: Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional research experience in the field of Criminal Justice; or a master’s degree in Criminal Justice or a related field and one year of such experience.

Research Scientist 2, SG-22: Bachelor’s degree and three years of professional research experience in the field of Criminal Justice; or a master’s degree in a Criminal Justice or a related field may substitute for one year of experience, and Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or related field may substitute for an additional year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include extensive experience designing and conducting criminal justice research; proficiency using SPSS and/or Stata programs to merge and analyze complex datasets and validate the quality of data; and experience summarizing findings in narrative form. The preferred candidate will have a master’s degree or higher in criminal justice or related field.

Duties Description:

Under the direction of a Manager, Program Research Specialist, or Research Scientist, the incumbent will conduct social science research and analysis related to the investigation of system, social, and behavioral issues within the field of criminal justice and/or with justice-involved populations. Research may include the study of youth behavior, family court decision-making, law enforcement activity, adult criminal behavior, court case processing, sentencing, the impact of programming and treatment on behavior, reoffending and desistance from crime, and criminogenic factors. Research may evaluate the impact of major legislative changes, such as bail reform, gun violence initiatives, and raising the age of criminal responsibility. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Plan, design, and execute criminal justice research projects, including developing research questions, formulating research hypotheses, identifying an appropriate research design and methodology, and interpreting findings;
• Conduct evaluation studies to measure the causal effect of program or policy interventions using advanced statistical analyses;
• Extract and analyze criminal justice data and prepare formal statistical reports for public dissemination and publication on the DCJS website;
• Develop data visualizations showing criminal justice statistics and trends for public consumption, using software such as Tableau;
• Use a wide range of research methods and data sources to conduct research on criminal justice system activity and behavior, and the causes and correlates of adult and youth offending behavior. Data sources may include, but are not limited to: criminal arrest records, adult and juvenile court records, probation case management records, risk and needs assessment records, juvenile diversion records, treatment program records, law enforcement shooting and use of force records, and data from other agencies and organizations;
• Use analytic and statistical software packages such as SPSS, Stata, Structured Query Language (SQL) Plus, and SQL Developer to extract data from different Oracle and SQL-based systems and create analytic data files by matching individual records across multiple data sources;
• Prepare formal reports which describe study objectives, research methodology, data collection, and key findings;
• Prepare and present formal presentations of research findings to guide and inform program management.

Fifth Annual Wicked Problems in Public Policy event

Halloween is almost here and  something WICKED this way comes!  

The School of Public Policy is hosting the Fifth Annual Wicked Public Problems Event!  Join us for an interactive conversation about some of our most complex policy problems.  Wicked topics include:

• Doom and gloom: Is climate change irreversible?
• Trick or treat: Solutions to U.S. child poverty
• The power of the dark side: Artificial intelligence & racial discrimination
• That's spooky! The mounting U.S. debt
• Still haunted by the past: U.S. segregation today

Tuesday, October 26th from 6:00 - 7:30

Virtual event- Register here

Office of Police Complaints Internship

The Office of Police Complaints internship program gives undergraduate and law school students the opportunity to advance professionally and academically by learning about and working in a developing area of civil rights protection - police accountability and oversight. We offer three internship programs: investigative, public affairs and law. Click on the links below for more information about our internship programs for 2021-22.

INVESTIGATIVE 

Investigative interns collect and review evidence for police misconduct investigations, draft interview questions, participate in interviews, and assist with special projects. 

PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Public affairs interns develop communication and outreach materials, plan and participate in community outreach events, create social media content, and perform research. 

LAW 

Law clerks conduct legal and policy research, write legal memoranda on police misconduct related issues, attend agency complaint examination hearings, and participate in meetings with government and police department officials.

HOW TO APPLY 

Please submit application materials online here. 

Each program requires the following: 

•Cover letter

•Resume

•Transcript

•Writing sample 

Montgomery Police Department: Accepting Intern Applications

Montgomery Police Department Internship

Apply here!

Volunteers and interns serve with diligence, pride, and dedication, and they continue to introduce new ideas, a fresh outlook, and an invigorating spirit to our workforce. Their contributions are highly valued and greatly appreciated by the Police Department and the community it serves. Currently, our active, highly diverse volunteer corps numbers approximately 175. Volunteers are involved in nearly all aspects of the department’s operations from training to communications. They work side-by-side in support of the line officers, command staff, and civilian employees.

Law Enforcement Apprentice Program – L.E.A.P.

• Minimum age – 16
• Successfully pass background check.
• Ability to volunteer a minimum of 8 hours per week or 6 months in the program.
• Be a U.S. citizen or have a valid green card.
• Interns typically work anytime Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

What special projects may I be involved with?

• Ability to participate in training operations.
• Assist police officers with alcohol enforcement efforts.
• Assist police officers with underage cigarette/alcohol purchases.
• Assist officers at special community events such as the County Fair and the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.
• Ride-along opportunities with police officers.

What training opportunities are available?

• Officer Safety
• Patrol Procedures
• Police Radio Communications
• Traffic laws
• Report writing including criminal and civil citations
• SWAT
• K-9
• Forensics
• Narcotics
• Community Policing

Volunteer Applicant Requirements

Effective August 30, 2021, all new volunteers and interns will be required to provide proof of full vaccination against the COVID-19 Virus prior to entering into service with Montgomery County Police. Individuals who are unable to be vaccinated should contact OHR@montgomerycountymd.gov to discuss possible accommodations.

Volunteers in Policing – V.I.P.

• Minimum age – 16
• Successfully pass background check.
• Ability to volunteer a minimum of twelve hours per week or 6 months in the program.
• Be a U.S. citizen or have a valid green card.
  

Forensic Services Section Intern, Baltimore County Police Department

Baltimore County Police Department, Forensic Services Internship

The Baltimore County Police Department, Forensic Services Section, is looking for five student interns for the Spring 2022 Semester.

Application Deadline: November 30, 11:59 PM 

The purpose of the internship is to provide students with a real-world learning opportunity which should prepare them to be workforce ready upon graduation.  

Examples of Duties

The selected interns will:

• Prepare CDs for States Attorneys' Office
• Log information in and out of databases
• Research current analytical methods
• Contribute to on-going projects
• Inventory reference collections
• Build skills related to the forensic science work environment.

Qualifications

Eligibility Requirements:

• Undergraduate students in their sophomore, junior, or senior year, and graduate students actively attending an accredited college or university are eligible.
• Students must have at least a 2.8 cumulative grade point average (GPA) at the undergraduate level, or at least a 3.0 GPA at the graduate level.
• A college transcript is required as evidence of GPA. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Must be pursuing a degree in Forensic Science or a related field.
• Preference will be given to candidates enrolled in graduate level programs related to forensic science

Please be sure to attach a copy of your resume to your application.

Conditions of Employment

Applicants selected for an internship with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation and a medical examination.