Upps Police Intern

Penn State University Police and Public Safety Department

University Park, Pennsylvania, US
Hybrid
University police and public safety
Hands-on experience
Specialist units exposure
Penn State University Police and Public Safety Department is offering a paid internship opportunity for students for the Fall 2026 semester, focusing on providing hands-on experience across various facets of the police department. Candidates must be enrolled as students, at least 18 years old, and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher

Job Summary

  • The Penn State University Police and Public Safety Department is excited to announce a paid student internship opportunity for interested students for the Fall 2026 semester.
  • Interns will be exposed to our specialist units (K9, Criminal Investigations, Drone, Community Oriented Policing (COP) etc), attend court, see behind the scenes at large University events or sporting events as well as seeing the day to day operations within our station and headquarters.
  • Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging.

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Penn State University Police and Public Safety Department is offering a paid internship opportunity for students for the Fall 2026 semester, focusing on providing hands-on experience across various facets of the police department. Candidates must be enrolled as students, at least 18 years old, and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • University Police and Public Safety
  • hands-on experience
  • specialist units exposure
  • day to day operations
  • support teams exposure

Nice-to-have

  • cohesive and innovative work environment
  • professional and value-added service
  • equity, respect, and belonging

Key Requirements

  • at least 18 years of age
  • currently enrolled as a student
  • GPA of 2.5 or higher
  • completed at least two years of coursework
  • successful completion of background check(s)

Work Rights

Not specified

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