About the role#
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Law Enforcement Analyst Intern for the Intelligence Led Policing Unit. This role provides an opportunity to support real-world law enforcement operations through data analysis and research. You will work alongside experienced analysts to transform information into actionable intelligence, helping the agency identify crime patterns and emerging trends.
What you'll do#
- Collect and analyze data from agency sources to identify locations with increased criminal activity.
- Prepare oral briefings, written reports, and graphical depictions of crime patterns and trends.
- Develop response recommendations for agency management and field supervisors.
- Review information from internal and external sources to detect emerging crime trends.
- Use law enforcement and criminal justice databases to track the status of prolific offenders.
- Evaluate criminal information to predict the capabilities and intentions of criminal groups.
- Create bulletins regarding wanted or missing subjects or critical criminal activity.
- Analyze scholarly articles to assess pre-attack indicators and threat trends.
- Identify behavioral trends in law enforcement reports to support threat assessments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s level program.
- Minimum 2.5 G.P.A.
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong writing and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Flexibility and the ability to multi-task.
- Required documentation: Verification of current enrollment, proof of eligibility for academic credit, copy of transcripts, and contact information for your school internship liaison.
Location & details#
- Location: Pinellas County, Florida.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This position is full-time and unpaid.
About Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office operates as a government agency based in Largo, Florida. Founded in 1912, the organization provides law enforcement, corrections, and court security services. It employs over 1,200 people to support its operations within the county. The office maintains a primary facility on Ulmerton Road.
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