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This is an Unpaid internship with the Police Department geared at students who have an interest in the field of Criminal Justice.

The Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) is seeking motivated, and service minded undergraduate and graduate students interested in an internship opportunity to join our team of over 460 employees who serve a diverse and engaged community by upholding the core principles of the department. A primary function of the ACPD family is the Criminal Investigation Division (CID). Our internship program consists of students who participate as Investigative Assistant Interns who provide support for the CID detectives and engage with members of the community of Arlington to provide guidance in navigating the criminal justice system. Investigative Assistant Interns will directly interact with members of CID and with Arlington County citizens.

Individuals accepted for this assignment will be immersed in a true investigative experience. The intern will work closely with the Detectives throughout the investigative process. The intern will develop strategies and make recommendations to the Detective. The Detectives will involve the intern in all phases of the investigation and treat them as colleagues.