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Internship Program
About
The objective of the Student Intern Program is to provide a positive learning environment, in which interested college students can experience the various aspects and responsibilities of law enforcement while completing a project as part of their studies. Interns generally complete 160 internship hours.
For session dates and information on how to apply, please view the Session Dates tab below.
If you need additional information about the Student Intern Program, contact our internship coordinator at 804-748-1547 or by email.
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled in either a two-year or four-year accredited institution, have completed 12 credit hours prior to submitting the application or be enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution and possess a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Be a U. S. Citizen.
- Be at least 18 years old.
| Internship Sessions |
Internship Experience Dates |
Apply Between Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Internship 2023 |
May to August |
Dec. 1 to March 15 |
| Fall Internship 2023 |
September to December |
April 1 to July 15 |
| Spring Internship 2024 |
January to April |
Aug. 1 to Nov. 15 |
Required Documents
Internship applicants are to submit the required document to the Police Internships email within the internship session application dates listed.
Required document:
Selected candidates will be invited to interview with the internship coordinator. If selected, the background investigation process can take three to four months to complete.
If you need additional information about the Student Intern Program, contact our internship coordinator at 804-748-1547 or by email.