FOA-Outstate Internship (Regions 1-8)

About the role

The Michigan Department of Corrections offers unpaid internships in Parole/Probation for the 2027 Winter/Spring Semester (January 2027 - April 2027). Internships are available in Regions 1-8.

Responsibilities

• Review policy and procedures for the Michigan Department of Corrections
• Attend court proceedings in reference to sentencing, arraignments and probation violations
• Aid in the development of pre-sentence reports
• Perform daily interaction with offenders and conduct offender home calls under MDOC staff supervision
• Develop parole/probation violation reports
• Utilize electronic monitoring supervision system
• Assist in the development of 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
• Affirm 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

• Must be enrolled in a college or university 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
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5
• Must pass a LEIN background check
• Must pass a fingerprinting screen, through the source designated by the Department
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a college or university 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
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5
• Must pass a LEIN background check
• Must pass a fingerprinting screen, through the source designated by the Department
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening

Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of criminal justice systems and procedures
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Benefits

Interns will gain valuable hands-on experience in the field of Parole/Probation, which can enhance their resume and provide insight into potential career paths within the Michigan Department of Corrections.

Pay

This is an unpaid internship.

Schedule

Internships run from January 2027 - April 2027.