Community Corrections (Probation Agent) Intern, Community Corrections Division, Human Services Department

Stearns County • Saint Cloud, MN

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About The Position

Stearns County Community Corrections provides probation and parole services for adult and juvenile clients in the Seventh Judicial District. Under the oversight of a Community Corrections Supervisor, the Community Corrections Intern assists two agent mentors in promoting public safety and facilitating positive change in client behavior. The internship is for Spring Semester 2027 and is unpaid and not eligible for benefits.

Interns receive a comprehensive orientation to Community Corrections and the Criminal Justice System, followed by a competency contract outlining internship goals and objectives. Interns may explore units throughout the division and other areas of the Criminal Justice System as available. The internship requires a commitment of 400 hours and offers a flexible schedule between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college pursuing a degree in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a closely related field.
• Undergraduate students must be in their junior or senior year; graduate students may apply at any time during their program.
• Grade point average of 2.5 or higher.
• Ability to commit 400 hours to the internship.
• Reliable transportation to travel to multiple locations around Stearns County, including locations that may not be accessible by public transportation.
• Ability to comply with Bureau of Criminal Apprehension security and certification requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the utilization of appropriate resources and services.
• Ability to utilize effective interview techniques.
• Ability to manage time productively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist two agent mentors in supporting public safety and positive change in client behavior.
• Participate in orientation and complete goals and objectives established in a competency contract.
• Explore units within the Community Corrections Division and other areas of the Criminal Justice System as available.
• Potentially conduct chemical use assessments; collaborate with community service providers; prepare court presentations and reports; visit juvenile placements and adult facilities; participate in client supervision contacts; attend parole hearings; assist with pre-sentence, pre-dispositional, and restitution investigations; and use client services tracking systems and other designated programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern