Volunteer Internship Inquiry

The San Joaquin County Probation Department is seeking an energetic, responsible, self-motivator to participate as an intern with the Probation Department. This project will offer the intern an opportunity to learn parts of the Criminal Justice process. Interns will gain experience assisting with processes associated with caseloads of juvenile or adult offenders.

Intern Responsibilities & Learning Objectives

• • Shadow Deputy Probation Officers to gain knowledge of the inner workings of managing a caseload and monitoring clients.
  • Learn to assist with maintaining a variety of records and case files
  • Assist with projects and various tasks as related to the job functions of probation line staff. Areas of concentration are dependent on the assignment.

Requirements & Qualifications

• • Energetic and enthusiastic about the criminal justice process
  • Detail oriented with strong visual, graphic, technical and verbal communication skills
  • Team players who are comfortable working with others
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to meet deadlines and timelines for projects and assignments
  • Willingness to learn and grow in a professional environment

Eligibility

• • A student currently enrolled at a two to four year college or university and in good standing with the college or university, AND
  • Available to work during regular business hours

Due to the sensitive nature of the information the internship affords, a background check will be conducted.

Pre-Employment Background

• • Potential appointees into this internship are required to successfully pass a background investigation as a condition of participation. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has successfully completed the background process.

Schedule

• • 10-20 hours per week during the intern’s academic schedule or up to 32 hours per week during academic breaks
  • Monday through Friday work week schedule with flexible work hours from 8 AM to 5 PM
  • No monetary compensation, Work experience only

Intern Submission Procedures

• • Fill out form below completely
  • Optional documents to include are official transcripts and letters of recommendation
  • Selection interviews will be conducted by San Joaquin County Probation Department designee

*All internship related materials sent to San Joaquin County or San Joaquin County Probation Department are kept for our records

We are accepting Volunteer Internship applications from students who are currently enrolled at a two- or four-year college or university. Please fill out the following form and attach your resume and cover letter. Your inquiry will be sent to the Internship Coordinator in charge of recruitment.