2026 Winter Internship SSB FSD Marquette Lab (Unpaid)

Marquette, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

The Michigan State Police (MSP) department provides 24-hour statewide quality police service for the safety and protection of the people and their property in the state of Michigan. Its primary responsibilities are to reduce the opportunities for crime to reduce traffic accidents through diligent and fair enforcement of the laws of the state and to act as the first responder to any citizens needs that can be addressed through the resources of the criminal justice system.

A semester-long internship with the Marquette Forensic Laboratory will offer exposure to multiple disciplines of forensic science. The program will expose students to evidence handling chain of custody and the specific functions of each discipline to demonstrate how those processes aid in criminal investigations. The program will conclude with a Case Capstone Presentation. This program will be without monetary inducement and for academic class credit in accordance with LOM 1.13 (Interns and Volunteers). It will be the responsibility of the internship candidate to ensure that they receive academic credit for their experience.

The Michigan State Police is committed to fostering a diverse inclusive workplace that accepts respects and values the unique contributions of everyone. We are actively looking for individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion and who reflect the communities we serve. Our members are expected to perform their tasks and duties in a bias-free manner ensuring all persons are treated with dignity fairness and respect. Join us as we help build a Michigan where everyone feels safe and secure.

Required Education and Experience

At the time of internship must be currently enrolled in a undergraduate or graduate program.

Alternate Education and Experience

N/A

Additional Requirements and Information

This position requires passing a criminal history background check drug screenand a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.

Candidates for the internship program at the Marquette Forensic Laboratory will meet the following organizational and laboratory requirements:
College junior or senior with a degree track in a natural or physical science. Criminal Justice students are not eligible unless pursuing additional studies in a natural or physical science.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Citizen of the United States at the time of application or international students with a valid student visa are also eligible to apply.
Has a valid operators or chauffeurs license without restrictions (except corrective lenses).
Does not have a history of criminal convictions or excessive civil infraction violations.
Has completed the Hepatitis B vaccination series by the start of the program.
Ability to pass a fingerprint check.
Ability to comply with a confidentiality agreement.
Must submit a DNA sample if selected for the program.

The supplemental questions shall be used in conjunction with the PD-039 (Application for Internship) and PD-037 (Agreement for Provision of Unpaid Student Services to the Michigan Department of State Police). All students applying for an internship program with the MSP Forensic Science Division shall answer all provided questions and attach/submit the completed PD-039 and PD-037 a resume and a signed cover letter to the Internship posting you are interested in pursuing.

In addition a recommendation letter from a college or university faculty member shall be submitted either via email to or by US mail to the Marquette Forensic Laboratory Attn: F/S Lisa Oravetz 1924 Industrial Parkway Marquette MI 49855. Note: The recommendation letter shall be sent by the faculty member (not the applicant) directly to F/S Lisa Oravetz. All applicants selected for interview will be required to complete a (CJIS-008) Background Check Request form at the interview appointment.

Official Transcripts:
As part of the application process please upload an unofficial or official copy as an attachment. If offered an internship opportunity with the State of Michigan an official copy will be requested.

: 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.

Required Experience:

Intern

Job DescriptionThe Michigan State Police (MSP) department provides 24-hour statewide quality police service for the safety and protection of the people and their property in the state of Michigan. Its primary responsibilities are to reduce the opportunities for crime to reduce traffic accidents thro...