FOA METRO Internship

About the role

The Michigan Department of Corrections offers unpaid internships in Parole/Probation for the 2026 Summer Semester. These internships are available in various counties across the state, providing hands-on experience in real-time case management.

Responsibilities

• Review policy and procedures for the Michigan Department of Corrections
• Attend court proceedings related to sentencing, arraignments, and probation violations
• Aid in the development of pre-sentence reports
• Assist in conducting daily interactions with offenders and performing offender home calls under MDOC staff supervision
• Develop parole/probation violation reports
• Utilize electronic monitoring supervision systems
• Support job readiness and other support programs
• Track job placement and employment retention outcomes
• Provide research assistance and data collection on reentry programs, policies, and practices
• Collaborate with contracted prisoner reentry service providers, other law enforcement representatives, and community organizations
• Administer risk assessments and develop case plans
• Identify and refer parolees to local community resources
• Participate in special assignments as directed by the parole supervisor

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college or university
• Minimum GPA of 2.5
• Pass a LEIN background check
• Pass a fingerprinting screen through the Department
• Pass Pre-employment drug screening
• Applicants must be academically enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, correctional administration, criminology, psychology, social work, counseling and guidance, child development, sociology, school social work, social work administration, education psychology, family relations, human services, or theology

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Interest in criminal justice and corrections

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving ability
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations

Benefits

While these internships do not include a comprehensive benefits plan, they offer valuable experience and networking opportunities within the Michigan Department of Corrections.

Pay

This internship is unpaid.

Schedule

Internships typically run from May 2026 to August 2026, covering the summer semester.

Additional Information

• Please attach a cover letter, current resume, and a copy of your college transcripts (official or unofficial).
• Your cover letter must include responses to the following questions: What qualities or attributes would you bring to the State of Michigan? What are your career interests, goals, and plans? What do you expect to gain from this internship experience?
• If offered an internship, applicants will be required to complete the program, fingerprint screen, and a LEIN (background check).
• The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.