About the role#
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) offers an internship for the Spring 2027 term based in Grand Junction. You will work directly with Investigative Analysts and Special Agents on active criminal investigations. This role provides exposure to various investigative disciplines and professional career pathways within the Department of Public Safety.
What you'll do#
- Provide analytic support for ongoing investigations.
- Collect information from law enforcement and open databases.
- Analyze information and produce supporting documentation.
- Assist with strategic and tactical analysis.
- Handle digital forensic evidence.
- Liaise with law enforcement partners.
- Participate in the planning and direction of investigative projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college, university, or community college pursuing an associate's, bachelor's, or master's degree.
- Relevant fields of study include Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Statistics, Public Health, or Communications.
- The internship must be taken for college or university credit.
- Successful completion of a background investigation, including a polygraph exam, Personnel Evaluation Profile (PEP) exam, drug test, fingerprint-based criminal history search, and reference check.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Grand Junction, Colorado.
- The role is 100% on-site, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
- Interns must commit to a minimum of 8 hours per week, up to a maximum of 40 hours per week.
- This is an unpaid internship.
About State of Colorado
The State of Colorado operates as a government agency providing services to its constituents. It manages the judicial, legislative, and executive branches of the state government. Founded in 1876, the organization maintains its headquarters in Denver. It employs over 10,001 people across its various departments.
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