MCPD - Fall Intern

City of Manassas • Manassas Public Safety Facility, VA

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About The Position

The Manassas City Police Department offers a structured, 8-week internship program that provides students with firsthand experience in professional law enforcement. Interns receive practical exposure to core policing divisions and functions, with an emphasis on accreditation, accountability, and policy-driven service. They rotate through divisions, meet subject matter experts, review policies and accreditation standards, and participate in projects relevant to Patrol Services, Public Safety Communications, Investigative Services, Administrative Services, Accreditation and Professional Standards, specialty units and tactical teams, and the Office of the Chief of Police and Strategic Leadership.

The intern participates in supervised assignments and guided learning about law enforcement operations, including the lifecycle of a police service call from dispatch through response, investigation, and resolution. The position also includes regular communication with an assigned supervisor, weekly written reflections, administrative duties, and other assigned tasks. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

Applicants must meet the stated student, age, transportation, work-authorization, program-commitment, and driver’s-license qualifications. Required application materials include an enrollment letter or official transcript and two recent letters of recommendation. Employment is contingent on continued qualifying enrollment and passing a background investigation and post-offer, pre-employment drug test.

Requirements

• Be actively enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university, with an expected graduation date after the internship program begins.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Provide own transportation to work site(s).
• Have the legal right to work in the United States.
• Commit to the full 8-week program.
• Possess and maintain a valid Virginia driver’s license.
• Be able to safely operate motor vehicles.
• Be able to maintain effective relationships with fellow employees and the public.
• Be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Provide an enrollment letter from the University Registrar or an official transcript from the current institution.
• Provide two letters of recommendation dated within the past 12 months: one academic letter is required, and the other may be professional (recommended) or a character reference from a non-relative for applicants lacking professional experience.
• Remain enrolled at least half-time as a degree-seeking student at a nationally or regionally accredited undergraduate school, as applicable to incumbents who have completed a high school diploma or GED.
• Pass a background investigation and post-offer, pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

• Professional working proficiency or higher in a foreign language or American Sign Language.
• Pursuing a Criminal Justice or related degree and having a GPA of at least 3.0.
• A professional letter of recommendation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured, supervised assignments across operational divisions, including community services, patrol, investigations, and administrative support.
• Complete a guided overview of core law enforcement functions, agency policies, and accreditation standards, and learn how policy relates to daily practice.
• Learn about the lifecycle of a police service call, from dispatch through patrol response, investigative follow-up, and resolution.
• Maintain regular communication with the assigned supervisor and submit weekly reflections on learning outcomes and operational insights.
• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, and commitment to public service in interactions with department staff and community members.
• Perform administrative functions and other similar duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed