Victim Compensation Services Intern (Summer 2026)

Agency

Safety

Division

Dept of Public Safety

Job Classification Title

Summer Intern (S)

Position Number

Grade

JBFR

About Us

The Department of Public Safetys mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation prevention and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions including Emergency Management Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Alcohol Law Enforcement Samarcand Training Academy and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3000 employees and 12000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.

Description of Work

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety has an internship opportunity with Victims Compensation Services for the Summer of 2026. If you are a current college student or recent college graduate please continue reading because this internship could be the perfect fit for you.

Victims Compensation Services reimburses citizens who suffer medical expenses and lost wages as a result of being an innocent victim of a crime committed in North Carolina. Victims of rape assault child sexual abuse domestic violence and drunk driving as well as the families of homicide victims are eligible to apply for financial help.

This internship opportunity will allow students to:
Learn the Victims Compensation Services (VCS) Programs
Become knowledgeable of the policies and statutes that govern the program services provided
Train in program operations to aid in the ability to engage in research and outreach
Learn the intake investigation examination processes and become acknowledgeable about Commission Meetings
Research community-based organizations supporting underserved populations (African-American/Black citizens families males rural areas Hispanic and Asian Communities/Organizations) directly impacting these communities to provide information and awareness of the VCS Programs

The student will function as a Claims & Outreach Process Intern. Specific responsibilities will include outreach telephone calls (incoming/outgoing) investigate and examine claims data entry process mail filing faxing and research.

Ideal applicants will possess the ability to interpret and apply statutes; active listening skills; excellent communication skills; good organizational skills; excellent writing skills; and the ability to follow directions.

This internship is expected to start on May 18 2026 and continue through July 24 2026. The work schedule is part-time (up to 30 hours per week) Monday -Friday. The rate of pay is $18.00 per hour.

A college transcript is required to determine eligibility. Please attach your unofficial college transcript(s).

The selected intern will be required to provide a letter of recommendation from a professional reference or academic advisor/professor before being hired.

Interns will be hired through Temporary Solutions which operates as the States temporary employment agency. As a temporary position there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Visit for employment information.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.

The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences including Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.

All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships volunteerism and full and part-time work. A complete all-inclusive application maximizes an applicants potential to qualify for the position as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources.

Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.

Management Preferences

• Must be currently enrolled in college or a recent college graduate. NOTE: Recent graduates are those who have graduated within the last 6 months.
• Must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree (or a recent graduate) in Criminal Justice Criminology Counseling Social Work Sociology Behavioral Science Forensic Science or Human Services.

A college transcript is required to determine eligibility. Please attach your unofficial college transcript(s).The transcript must include your name courses/major and the name of the college/university.

Note:Please make sure your application is complete before submitting because the system will not allow you to reapply. (college transcript must be attached)

Note: Interns must submit to a background check and fingerprinting or consent to agency onboarding requirements.

The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the National Standards to Prevent Detect and Respond to Prison Rape. PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice involved and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.

Transcripts

• Transcripts are required to determine eligibility for this internship. Please attach your unofficial transcript to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.
• Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
• International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: Experience
  • Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
  • Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

  Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Workday account to check the status of your application. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by the hiring you are no longer under consideration you will receive an email notification when the position is filled.

  For more information about the application process please visit State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions. For technical issues related to your Workday applications please place a support ticket. For basic information regarding employment with North Carolina State Government please call . If there are any questions about this specific vacancy other than your application status please contact Tameka Judd (Program Manager Talent Engagement and Internships)via phone or emailor Laura Holloway (Employment Consultant) at Laura Holloway at .

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  Minimum Education and Experience

  Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

  This internship is for available for applicants currently pursuing a degree Criminal Justice Criminology Counseling Social Work Sociology Behavioral Science Forensic Science or Human Services. Recent graduates (within the last 6 months) who have a degree in Criminal Justice Criminology Counseling Social Work Sociology Behavioral Science Forensic Science or Human Services will also be considered.

  Please attach your college Transcript. Transcripts are required to determine eligibility for this internship.

  EEO Statement

  The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

  Recruiter:

  Laura B Holloway

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