INTERN - SPRING 2027 - Forensic Science Specialist
About The Position
Step out of the classroom and see forensic science at work in the real world. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Forensic Science Specialist Intern to join our Support Services Bureau. This internship offers a unique opportunity to observe experienced Forensic Science Specialists and gain firsthand insight into crime scene investigation and forensic operations. You'll see how specialists photograph and document crime scenes, identify and preserve evidence, process for latent fingerprints, prepare reports and sketches, and respond to a variety of service locations throughout Pinellas County. The ideal candidate is a curious, detail-oriented student with a strong interest in forensic science and crime scene investigation. They possess strong writing, computer, and interpersonal skills, can follow detailed instructions, and are comfortable learning in environments that may be unpredictable or challenging. Knowledge of photography, fingerprint development, evidence handling, and report writing is preferred. This internship provides a rare opportunity to connect classroom learning with the realities of forensic work. By observing crime scene responses and forensic processes firsthand, you'll gain a deeper understanding of evidence collection and preservation, crime scene documentation, and the important role forensic science plays in supporting criminal investigations. Curious about what happens beyond the crime scene tape? See forensic science in action and gain a perspective you can't get from a textbook. Under the supervision of the Bureau designee, the Intern will provide specific functions related to assigned location of internship. The Intern can expect an increasing amount of responsibility related to internship, while gaining professional work experience and first hand involvement with services that support the law enforcement community. The Intern will gain knowledge through observing a Forensic Science Specialist perform the following essential functions and responsibilities.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in Bachelor’s or Master’s level program with the area of study in Forensic Sciences or a Forensic Science field Or certificate in the Forensic Science field
- Minimum 2.5 G.P.A.
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Strong writing and interpersonal skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Ability to work independently or part of a team
- Flexibility and ability to multi-task
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
- Verification of current enrollment
- Documentation confirming eligibility to receive academic credit for the internship
- Contact information for their school internship liaison
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of photography, fingerprint development, evidence handling, and report writing preferred
Responsibilities
- Takes photographs of crime scenes and suspects; photographs scenes of accidents; takes casts of shoe prints, tire marks, and other impression evidence.
- Photographs, handles, and fingerprints deceased bodies at crime scenes and after autopsies.
- Identifies, collects, and preserves all matters of evidence as directed or released to his/her custody; prepares evidence for submission to laboratories.
- Processes crime scenes and related evidence for latent fingerprints for use in criminal proceedings.
- Fingerprints and photographs prisoners and others as directed.
- Prepares crime scene reports and sketches.
- Maintains records with computer entries and written reports.
- Operates a crime scene vehicle to respond to service locations.
- Applies knowledge of methods used in locating, collecting, and preserving physical evidence and the use of such evidence in establishing guilt or innocence.
- Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed.
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Intern
