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THE POSITION
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The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking applicants for its 2025 Summer Internship Program located in Mechanicsburg, PA. This is a unique opportunity for students interested in corrections, criminal justice, government administration, and other related areas. The field of corrections is multidisciplinary and deploys the expertise and services of individuals from a wide range of professions.
The DOC Summer Internship provides an opportunity for students to develop their career interests and goals through meaningful, productive work in the public sector. This program is designed to help student interns make a difference in the lives of Pennsylvanians while developing their understanding of the correctional and criminal justice landscape in the Commonwealth. If you would like to experience professional growth and networking opportunities through a rewarding summer internship, we look forward to receiving your application.
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
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As a DOC Summer Intern, you will work directly with department personnel and leadership across the corrections system to complete a variety of assignments. Your work will promote our mission to reduce recidivism and reintegrate offenders back into the community.
Please review the below list of program areas. In the Supplemental Questions Section, select the top three program areas in which you are interested. (Please note that this is to survey your interest and does not guarantee final placement in your preferred program area.)
Policy and Legislative Affairs/Communications/Secretary's Office
As an intern in this program area, your duties will include promoting staff wellness, analyzing legislation, assisting the communications team, and engaging with executive leadership.
Psychology
Our psychology department provides vital services to those committed to our care. In this department, you will collect and analyze data to improve the DOC's delivery of mental health services to its inmate population, as well as assist in special projects conducted throughout the department.
Administration
The administration intern will be responsible for researching small businesses and conducting outreach. This intern will also assist with budget preparation and contract management, including tracking and compliance.
Standards, Audits, Assessment, and Compliance
In this area, you will assist with annual department policy reviews, accreditation, and inspections. This work will help you develop an understanding of how policy supports operations, budget, training, and public transparency.
Investigations and Intelligence
The investigations and intelligence intern will assist in reviewing phone calls to identify attempts to introduce contraband. In order to conduct investigative operations, this intern will work with specialty areas such as Drug Interdiction and Security Threat.
Reentry Coordination and Justice Reinvestment Initiative
Your work in this position will provide inmates with the skills and resources they need to successfully reintegrate back into the community. By building relationships with providers, you will help us address needs related to health care, housing, substance use disorders, and mental health.
Population Management
As an intern in population management, you will gain an understanding of facility profiles, assist in the implementation of a new assignment application, and conduct reviews for access to criminal history information. You will also perform sentence calculations and coordinate separations from other inmates.
Health Care
To support the DOC's health care initiatives, you will assist in overseeing the medical and dental services that are provided to inmates. This position will help you gain an understanding of the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) programming and tracking.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Investigations
As an EEO investigations intern, you will assist in the establishment and monitoring of policies and procedures for the department's EEO program. You will help triage inquiries from DOC staff, update training materials, and follow up on closed investigations to determine recommendations.
Planning, Research, and Statistics
In this program area, you will assisting in the planning, research, and statistics activities within the department and provide detailed data analysis. Your work will assist in making decisions regarding our short-term and long-term efforts.
Facility Security and Special Operations
In the crucial field of facility security, you will assist in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures for emergency preparedness. You will support our Special Response Teams and our Critical Incident Management program, and you will coordinate monitoring for external and internal inspections.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- This is a paid internship for Summer 2025. Your availability will determine your work schedule.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
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QUALIFICATIONS Internship Requirements:
- You must be enrolled in an accredited college or university.
- You must be 18 years of age or older.
- You must be working toward a degree in Criminal Justice, Human Services, Government Administration, or another related field.
Additional Requirements:
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
How to Apply:
- You must attach a resume to your application for review by the hiring manager. However, the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$17.00 Hourly
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
Feb 24, 2025