Year-Round Internships | Montgomery County Police

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. They work side-by-side in support of the line officers, command staff, and civilian employees. 

Intern Applicant Requirements
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

To apply, please fill out the Montgomery County Department of Police application form.

Contact Us

Volunteer Resources Section

Montgomery County Department of Police

100 Edison Park Drive, 3rd Floor

Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Phone: (240) 773-5625

E-Mail: Police.VRS@montgomerycountymd.gov