Summer Intern I - Sheriff’s Office (20589960) Job at CalOpps, San Francisco, CA

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  • CalOpps
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Description

 

Are you interested in gaining valuable work experience in the field of law enforcement? The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for the 2025 Sheriff's Summer Internship Program!

The Summer Internship Program will run for 12 weeksfrom June 9 to August 29, 2025. The Sheriff’s Office is searching for up to 20 Summer Interns to perform a variety of administrative functions throughout the following divisions of our office:

  • Corrections
  • Court Security & Transportation
  • Criminal Records
  • Emergency Services
  • Fiscal / Accounting
  • Forensic Lab
  • Patrol
  • Property & Evidence
  • Sheriff’s Activities League
  • Technical Services
  • Training

Interns will work a maximum of 20 hours per week. Work schedules will fall during the standard work week -- Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. There may be room for scheduling flexibility to be further discussed during the placement portion of the hiring process.

IMPORTANT NOTE:Candidates selected to fill these internship positions must submit to a thorough pre-employment background investigation prior to receiving a final offer of employment.

 

Examples Of Duties:

  • Support assigned unit/division in its operations
  • Answer telephones
  • Proofread reports and flyers
  • Prepare correspondence and materials for meetings and presentations   
  • Enter, analyze, and monitor data
  • Maintain office supply inventory
  • Scan and file documents
  • Develop and prepare forms, records, reports, spreadsheets, and schedules

 

Qualifications:

To apply, the following criteria must be met:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent educational certification is required.
  • Applicants should possess the legal right to work in the United States.
  • Successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation is required for employment.
  • Interns assigned to roles in the Forensic Lab, Correctional Facilities, or working with youth must participate in a medical clearance process prior to hire.

 

Ideal Candidateswill possess:

  • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office experience preferred)
  • Excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail
  • Strong customer service and teamwork skills
  • Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities  
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills   
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Desire to learn and share knowledge with others

Strong preference will be given to candidates actively pursuing an education or career in law enforcement or a related field.

Application/Examination:

If you are interested in being considered for this Internship, please submit the following items in Word or PDF format via email.

  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter that covers the following topics:
    1. Why you are interested in a Summer Internship with the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office
    2. Why you are the ideal candidate for this position
    3. Your current or anticipated course of study and/or your work experience that aligns with a career in law enforcement
    4. Which division of the Sheriff’s Office you would prefer to work in and why
  3. A copy of your high school diploma or equivalent educational certification 

Please include the words "Sheriff's Office - Summer Intern 2025" in the subject line of the email submission. Please send the required materials via email to:

Dorothy Brandt, Management Analyst - Sheriff's Office

Email: dhalley@smcgov.org


Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and well-qualified candidates will be contacted by the Sheriff's Office for an interview. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.

Apply immediately. Application materials will be accepted until the positions are filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

NOTE: Application materials are only accepted via e-mail. Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted. Submittals that do not include all required elements (Resume, Cover Letter, and Proof of Education) will not be considered.

Job Announcement URL: 

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmateo/jobs/4831909/summer-intern-i-she…

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Internship, Immediate start, Monday to Friday,

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