FOA METRO Internship

About the role

The Michigan Department of Corrections offers unpaid internships in Parole/Probation positions across various regions. These internships aim to provide hands-on experience and develop essential skills for future careers in corrections.

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
• Perform daily interactions with offenders and conduct offender home calls under MDOC staff supervision
• Create and facilitate job readiness and support programs
• Track job placement and employment retention outcomes
• Conduct research and data collection on reentry programs, policies, and practices
• Collaborate with contracted prisoner reentry service providers, 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

• Enrolled in a college or university
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Minimum GPA of 2.5
• Pass a LEIN background check
• Pass a fingerprinting screen through the designated Department source
• Pass Pre-employment drug screening

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Knowledge of criminal justice systems and procedures

Benefits

Interns will gain valuable experience working directly with offenders and staff, contributing to the mission of creating a safer Michigan by promoting offender accountability and success.

Pay

This is an unpaid internship.

Schedule

Interns will work flexible hours based on the needs of their assigned field office.