Student Programs
Internships with the Greene County Adult Probation Department
The Greene County Adult Probation Department (GCAPD) is always seeking qualified individuals to consider careers in law enforcement either as sworn members or as civilian employees that support the vital mission of the agency. The Greene County Adult Probation Department is pleased to offer challenging and rewarding opportunities for professional development to qualified students. Internships allow students to think about the transition from school to practice and develop insights into the law enforcement profession that are rarely available in a classroom environment. Created in the fall of 2005, the Greene County Adult Probation Department's non-paid student internship program introduces students to aspects of community based corrections that enhances students' understanding of the criminal justice system. In addition, students are introduced to the various career opportunities that could await them should they decide to choose community based corrections as a career whether as a probation officer or as a civilian employee.
Students who participate in the Greene County Adult Probation Department's internship program may receive academic credit for their unpaid fieldwork in accordance with the criteria developed by your institution. Interns will be closely supervised and will have the opportunity to participate in the various job functions such as presentence operations, the supervision of offenders, and other associated job functions with a career in the field of community based corrections.
Eligibility
Students participating in the Greene County Adult Probation Department internship program must be a current, registered student at an accredited college or university. The internship is open to undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of Corrections, Criminal Justice, and other Social Service Programs. Undergraduate students must be in their junior or senior year of the program, or entering their junior or senior year for a summer internship. Graduate students are encouraged to have completed their first year of study prior to making application.
- Current, registered student at an accredited college or university.
- Class standing of Junior or Senior by credit hours.
- United States citizen or naturalized citizen.
- Must sign a confidentiality agreement.
- Must pass a criminal history check (no felony or misdemeanor arrests).
Selection Process
Interns may apply to the Greene County Adult Probation Department through their college placement offices, by mail, by facsimile, or in person. Upon receipt of the application, the Greene County Adult Probation Department will review the application for placement within the various units within the department. After the completion of a preliminary background investigation, applicants will be contacted directly by the Internship Coordinator for an interview. The interview will consist of a verbal, formal interview segment, as well as a written segment.
Evaluation and Grading
Students will be evaluated in a manner consistent with the evaluation criteria developed by the college or university where the student is receiving course credit. The final grade given to the student is at the sole discretion of the college/university. Students will be evaluated on project assignments and work ethic (punctuality, proper dress, customer service, etc.). Students will not receive final evaluations until they have completed the number of hours as set form in the commitment section and have returned any and all materials issued to them during the internship.
Application Process
Students interested in applying for an internship position with the Greene County Adult Probation Department should submit the following information (all materials must be received before an interview will be scheduled):
- A current resume.
- Three professional writing samples.
Submit completed applications to:
Melissa Litteral
Director
Greene County Adult Probation Department
45 North Detroit Street
Xenia, Ohio 45385
Contact Information
For further information on internships with the Greene County Adult Probation Department, please contact:
Melissa Litteral
Director
937-562-5266