AUBURN POLICE DEPARTMENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Our Internship Program
Student Internships provide qualified students with practical work experience that compliments their academic course work, as well as course credit (if approved by the educational institution). It also provides the Auburn Police Department with an opportunity to involve students in various aspects of police work. The Student Internship is designed to provide students with an opportunity to integrate theory and practice. Internships are unpaid, non-sworn volunteer positions that varies from eight (8) to twenty-four (24) hours per week, as agreed by the Police Department, intern and educational institution. Students are able to gain valuable work experience, on-the-job training, and have an opportunity to develop a professional networking base for future positions in government service of law enforcement. All requirements must be agreed to by the Auburn Police Department, the intern applicant and educational institution before the commencement of the internship.
Who can Apply
The Auburn Police Department internship program is suited for individuals who have graduated from high school and are currently enrolled in a higher education program. Preference will be given to applicants who will receive college credit for their internship hours and are majoring in criminal justice (or a related field). Additional preference will be given to applicants who wish to pursue a career in local or state law enforcement.
Applicants must be able to pass a criminal background check, and have suitable and reliable transportation to and from the Auburn Police Department.
Areas of Opportunity
Specific areas where interns may be assigned include the Records Department, Detective Bureau, Court Liaison, Grant Writing and Oversight, Emergency Communications Center, Fiscal Oversight, Police Operations and Police Administration.
However, through “sit-alongs,” “ride-alongs,” and tours, interns may also be exposed to additional aspects of the Department and its operations.
Project assignments may include surveys, data entry, research projects, case follow-up, community outreach, social media development and assistance. The intern assignments will vary and are designed to allow students the experience of the daily operations within a law enforcement agency and to also meet the needs of the Auburn Police Department.
How to Apply
The application can be found under our forms section. With your application, please also include a cover letter expressing your interest and why you should be chosen for our program. All materials can be sent to Lt. Stephanie Hayward at Stephanie.Hayward@AuburnMassPolice.Org