2026 CMPD 4 Yr UG Summer Intern
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Job Location:
Charlotte, VT - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 19 - 20
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Close Date: Tuesday January:00 AM
Department: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police DepartmentSalary: $19.00 - $20.00 Commensurate with Experience
Welcome to the City of Charlotte
Charlotte is Americas Queen City opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety health and quality of life for all residents.
Our guiding principles include:
Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce
Valuing teamwork openness accountability productivity and employee development
Providing all customers with courteous responsive accessible and seamless quality services
Taking initiative to identify analyze and solve problems
Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions
SUMMARY
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) offers an exciting and rewarding College Internship Program that introduces students to opportunities and disciplines within the law enforcement field. Interns work alongside department personnel in a wide spectrum of assignments throughout CMPD being exposed to effective problem-solving and partnership-building skills as well as gaining a better understanding of the day-to-day operations of the police department.The internship assignment will be an eight-week program working at least forty (40) hours per week on Monday - Friday starting on June 1 2026 (subject to change).
All interested candidates must apply via this application portal and complete a full application with all required -person interviews will be conducted.
Work approximately 40 hours per week for the 8-week programwith a flexible schedule to include 2nd shift hours (approximately 12pm-10pm) a few days per week when working in Patrol Divisions.
Adhere to the uniform requirement.
Work with CMPDs InvestigativeSupport Servicesand Field Services Group units.
When applicablelearn and participate in various work duties and responsibilities of sworn law enforcement personnel.
Prepare and deliver oral presentations on specific assignmentsdutieslessons learnedand whether the experience led to further pursuit of a career in law enforcement.
Participate in daily outdoor physical fitness training.
Perform other assigned duties.
College junior or senior with a cumulative minimum GPA of 2.5.
Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a bachelors degree with major coursework in a field related to the department or work assignment.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The Citys Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes but is not limited to: reference checks social security verification education verification criminal conviction record check and if applicable a credit history check sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidates written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process candidates may be asked to take a skills test and/or participate in other assessments.
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex national origin marital status age disability sexual orientation political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress appearance or behavior.
Our culture is to serve the community honorably.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.
You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where self-service application kiosks are available. They are located in our office at 700 East 4th Street Suite 200 Charlotte NC 28202. We are open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EST) excluding official City holidays.
For questions about your application or the hiring process please email .
The City of Charlotte is committed to making our services and programs accessible to all. Upon request auxiliary aids written materials in alternate formats language access and other reasonable accommodations or modifications will be provided. To make a request please fill out the Innovation & Technology ADA request form or call 704.336.4120.
BENEFITS
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
Clickhereto learn more about the City of Charlottes benefits.
The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
