Police Intern

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

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About The Position

Penn State University Police and Public Safety Department is excited to announce a student internship opportunity for interested students. In collaboration with the Criminology Department in the College of Liberal Arts, University Police and Public Safety, and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Unit, funding will be provided to help participants gain hands-on experience within various areas of the University Police and Public Safety Department. Students may receive academic credit or be paid for successful completion of the internship from their institution of higher learning. Student interns could engage with various units including: the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Unit, Criminal Investigations Unit, Uniformed Patrol Division, Administration/Records, and the Community-Oriented Policing Unit. Interns will assist with creating, engaging, and assisting with various initiatives throughout the commonwealth. Some of those initiatives include recruitment and retention efforts, training opportunities and participating in outreach with the Community Oriented Policing Unit.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Currently enrolled as a student at Penn State University with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• A standard background check, in addition to a CLEAN/NCIC federal fingerprint check, will be required prior to hiring.
• If the applicant has a valid driver’s license, a motor vehicle check will also be required.
• Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter clearly stating their reasons for applying for the internship with the Penn State University Police Department, their relevant qualifications (may include coursework), and their expectations of the internship program.
• Interested candidates are asked to upload a resume, and a list of three (3) professional or academic references.
• Successful candidates will also be required to provide an original copy of their current transcripts.

Nice To Haves

• Preference will be given to students who have completed at least two years of coursework at an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating, engaging, and assisting with various initiatives throughout the commonwealth.
• Assist with recruitment and retention efforts
• Assist with training opportunities
• Participate in outreach with the Community Oriented Policing Unit.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed