About the role#
The Weld County Sheriff's Office offers an unpaid volunteer internship for students pursuing a degree in criminal justice, psychology, or related fields. This program provides real-life experience within a government administration setting. The application process is competitive, and the office accepts two interns per term. Students are limited to one term to allow others the same opportunity, though exceptions may be made for specific degree schedules.
What you'll do#
You will complete 150 hours of experience over 15 weeks. The first 110 hours involve observing and assisting across various units, including Patrol, Detentions, Inmate Services, Victim Advocates, Civil, Animal Control, Investigations, Crime Analysis, and the Communications Center. You will dedicate the final 40 hours to an area of specific interest. This may include additional time in the aforementioned units or specialized experience in Cold Case Investigations, Evidence, Records, Booking, or the Courts Security Unit.
What you'll need#
- Completion of credits equivalent to the sophomore year of college.
- Current enrollment in a four-year college or university.
- Pursuit of a criminal justice-related degree.
- Physical ability to perform required tasks.
- Effective communication skills in written and spoken English.
Location & details#
This internship is located in Greeley, Colorado. It is an on-site, part-time, and unpaid position with rolling availability.
About Weld County Government
Weld County Government operates as a public agency based in Greeley, Colorado. Established in 1861, the organization manages public services across a 3,999 square mile area. It currently employs 822 people. The county serves as the third largest in Colorado by land area.
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