Reference #: 4490617 THE POSITION Join our team and be a part of an exciting opportunity at the Pennsylvania State Police Troop L! We are seeking undergraduate and graduate students looking for internship opportunities in the field of law enforcement and public safety. This unpaid college internship program is designed to offer an exciting and rewarding experience that introduces college students to the opportunities and disciplines within the law enforcement field. Throughout the program, interns will work alongside department personnel in varying assignments. Interns are exposed to effective problem solving and partnership building skills and gain a better understanding of the day-to-day operations of the department. If you enjoy working in an active, fast-paced environment while performing a public service, check out this opportunity and apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As an intern with Troop L, you will have an opportunity to interview and interact with the troop's patrol, crime, and staff commanders to gain an understanding of their roles and areas of responsibility. You will also be able to observe, interact, and ask questions of troopers engaged in specialized functions such as criminal investigations, computer crime, canine, aviation, and so much more. You will be tasked with preparing statistical reports and recommendations after reviewing crime and crash data. In addition, you will have an opportunity to provide valuable input regarding cultural perceptions of law enforcement and make suggestions for improving the relationship between law enforcement and the young adult population.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time internship in Fall 2024 (approximately September through December) Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Free Parking! You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Internship Requirements: You must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor's degree program. You must have satisfactorily completed 60 credits by time of hire.

Additional Requirements: You must have a valid driver's license. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: You must pass criminal history and background investigations if you do not have a current Pennsylvania State Police background on file.

Applicants shall have no adult criminal conviction graded Misdemeanor 2 or higher under PA Title 18 (or its equivalent for out-of-state and federal convictions).

How to Apply: Your application must include a resume and a cover letter that describes why the internship is desired and your future career plans. However, the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). All cover letters can be addressed to the Manager, Pennsylvania State Police Human Resource Office. If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.