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INTERNSHIP PROGRAM NORTH CAROLINA JUSTICE ACADEMY (Last Updated August 1, 2006) |
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INTERNSHIP PROGRAM NORTH CAROLINA JUSTICE ACADEMY (Last Updated August 1, 2006) |
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The North Carolina Justice Academy offers college/university students the opportunity to participate in a challenging internship program. Interns will have the opportunity to gain experience in numerous areas, as the following list of projects will indicate. In order to participate, students must: (1) be currently enrolled in a college/university and must be earning college credits; (2) must provide official documentation from the college/university stating that the student will be receiving credited hours for the internship; and (3) must pass a preliminary interview and background check.
DEADLINE: TBA
Internships are available in
Criminal Justice,
Physical/Health Education, Sociology, Psychology,
Public
Administration, Education,
and Political Science.
Who May Participate in Internship Program? | Where will these Internships take place?
What is the application procedure? | Research Project Titles | Examples of Past Research Projects
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: |
GLORIA SLADE
Internship Coordinator
North Carolina Justice Academy
PO Box 99
Salemburg, NC 28385
(910) 525-4151, ext. 261 or Fax: (910)525-5410
gslade@ncdoj.gov
Who may Participate in the Internship Program?
Undergraduate and graduate students who are presently enrolled in an accredited college/university are invited to apply for admission to the internship program. Criminal Justice, Physical/Health Education, Sociology, Psychology, Public Administration, Education and Political Science majors have proven most suitable to our research assignments in the past.
Where will these Internships take place?
The Justice Academy has two campuses. The Salemburg (Sampson County) site is the largest and oldest, having opened for training in 1975. In 1998, a second campus opened for training in Edneyville (Henderson County). Each facility offers a comprehensive selection of courses specifically tailored to the needs of North Carolina's law enforcement officers. Each potential research project has been designed according to the training demands of each campus.
What is the Application Procedure?
The North Carolina Justice Academy offers students the opportunity to participate in and gain work experience from challenging projects. Students interested in this program must meet the following minimum requirements. A successful applicant must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university and must be earning college credits while participating in the program; must provide an official letter from the college, stating that the student will be receiving credit hours fro the internship; must agree to abide by the policies and procedures of the North Carolina Justice Academy; and must pass a preliminary interview and background check.
Here's what we need from you:
Forward these documents to: Gloria Slade, Internship Coordinator, North Carolina Justice Academy, Post Office Box 99, Salemburg, NC 28385. If you have further questions, e-mail gslade@ncdoj.gov
Internship Project
List
DEADLINE: TBA
Internships are available in
Criminal Justice,
Physical/Health Education, Sociology, Psychology,
Public
Administration, Education,
and Political Science.
THE MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT; GRANT RESEARCH
The intern who undertakes this project will be tasked with researching data and assisting in the development of management training modules, as well as updating course curriculum topic areas such as conflict management, motivation, cultural awareness, group dynamics and team building, and other specified areas. The intern will also research current management tools and techniques which are needed to provide effective management training, assist in researching grants and funding opportunities directly related to law enforcement training and assist in grant preparation. This intern will be given the opportunity to develop PowerPoint presentations based on this research. This intern must also be capable of creating exportable or continuous and stand-alone training modules.
QUALIFICATIONS: This project is best suited to an undergraduate (junior or senior) or graduate student with strong computer and research skills. Familiarity with PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, along with internet and library research skills are preferred. The intern seeking to work on this project should have a major in Business Management/Education or Education.
SWAT DIRECTORY UPDATE
This project allows the intern to design and analyze survey instruments to be used in updating a directory of tactical teams from law enforcement agencies across North Carolina. Results of the survey will be published in a completed directory which will be disseminated to all responding agencies.
QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate will likely be an undergraduate student (junior or senior) majoring in criminal justice or other social science-related field with a basic knowledge of research techniques and basic work processing skills. Good oral and written communication skills are also required.
TACTICAL COMMANDER TRAINING; WHAT IS IT, WHAT SHOULD IT BE AND WHO HAS IT?
Many tactical teams provide training opportunities for the team members, but there are few of the same opportunities for team leaders and overall tactical team commanders. This training is just as critical due to the nature of the decisions that have to be made concerning equipment, manpower allocation, and operational plan development. This study will focus on the availability of supervisory training for SWAT team members, and will make recommendations as to the amount of training needed based on national standards.
As an adjunct to this project, the intern will design and execute a survey instrument that will determine current training needs for SWAT/Tactical team members, determining if any gaps exist, in order to assist the Academy in developing future training. The intern’s final report should detail these findings.
QUALIFICATIONS: An undergraduate or graduate student should be able to handle this project. Strong written and oral communication skills are required, as well as a basic understanding of survey design and interpretation. Computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet preparation and presentation are strongly desired.
RESPONSE TO SCHOOL VIOLENCE ASSESSMENT
The Safe School Initiative called for specialized training for law enforcement officers to enable them to respond to violent situations in a school setting. This internship project will require the intern to design a survey instrument to assess the effectiveness of this rapid deployment training, determine training needs, and assess public school preparedness for an active-shooter situation.
QUALIFICATIONS: This project requires an independent-minded junior/senior with competent computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet preparation and presentation. Research and communication (written and oral) skills are also desired.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIRECTORY
This project involves the development of a comprehensive North Carolina criminal justice telephone/contact directory. The intern will utilize telephonic and written correspondence to develop contacts and document information. Intern will also develop a packet of informational materials that can be used in marketing the Justice Academy.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must have customary computer skills and be able to use word processing software programs. Undergraduate students with a communications major would be particularly suited to this task.
MEASURING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF COMBAT SHOOTING vs. STANDARD QUALIFICATION
There are many agencies in North Carolina that do the Commission-mandated minimum firearms training (shooting only 100 rounds in a basic qualification course). But is this enough? This project requires that the intern work with the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) in gathering statistics of officer-involved shootings to determine hit/miss ratios and to research the extent of the firearms training that the officers involved in these shootings received. The completed project would include a statistical report with training recommendations suitable for public in the IALEFI Magazine.
QUALIFICATIONS: The intern should possess: an interest in the subject matter; the ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally; a basic understanding of research methods, including survey design; and, basic word processing skills such as MS Word. An undergraduate or graduate student should be capable of completing this project.
WHERE SHOULD OFFICERS WEAR POLICE BADGES/GUNS WHILE OPERATING UNDERCOVER OR OFF-DUTY?
This project calls for the intern to make a determination of the "best practice" method of carrying police identification/weapons in plainclothes situations, in order to diminish the likelihood of a catastrophe. To do this, the intern must conduct a survey and examine existing statewide procedures to determine the best practices for sheriffs and police officers.
QUALIFICATIONS: The intern who qualifies for this project should possess the following: an interest in the subject matter; the ability to communicate effectively, in writing and orally; and, have a basic understanding of survey design and the dissemination process. The intern should also possess basic word processing (MS Word) skills, as well as research and statistical skills. An undergraduate or graduate student should be able to complete this project.
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES PROGRAM
Intern will develop a recreation and activities program for students and staff. This program should include organized sport activities, fitness programs, and a creative plan for the future development of the Academy’s student center.
QUALIFICATIONS: This project requires a junior or senior student with a background in the physical/health education field, or a related area of study, such as parks/recreation. Basic computer skills and strong oral and writing skills are also necessary.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Gloria E. Slade, Internship Coordinator (gslade@ncdoj.gov)North Carolina Justice Academy
P.O. Drawer 99
Salemburg, NC 28385
(910) 525-4151, Ext. 261
(910) 525-4491 FAX
Examples of Past
Research Projects
