Internship and Cooperative Education 

The School of Criminal Justice is proud to help our students get placement in co-ops and internships for those who qualify. Contact Kelly S. Herzik, JD, Asst. Professor and Outreach Coordinator, in the School of Criminal Justice at kellysa.herzik@wichita.edu or (316) 978-6463 

For agencies that want to post an internship or co-op, visit WichitaState.JoinHandshake.com or connect with a member of our employer relations team.


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CJ Applied Learning Opportunities and Events

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  • Kansas Highway Patrol is looking for graduates

    Thu, April 18, 12:01 a.m. to Fri, Oct. 18, 11:59 p.m.

    When: Thursday, April 18th 2024, 12:01 am CDT - Friday, October 18th 2024, 11:59 pm CDT Location: Unknown *This is NOT an event; it is an application process* For students looking to take the next step toward a rewarding career, please visit the Kansas Highway Patrol website to learn more about exciting and challenging careers. KSstatetrooper.com ABOUT KANSAS HIGHWAY PATROL We strive to have an elite agency built upon our mission of: SERVICE, COURTESY and PROTECTION. These are the qualities that we look for in the next generation of law enforcement, and why only those with these traits earn the title of State Trooper. *This is NOT an event; it is an application process*

  • Summer Internships with Wichita Police and Fire Foundation

    Tue, April 16, midnight to Fri, May 31, 11:59 p.m.

    When: Tuesday, April 16th 2024, 12:00 am CDT - Friday, May 31st 2024, 11:59 pm CDT Location: Wichita, Kansas, United States *This is NOT an event; it is an application process* Wichita Police and Fire Foundation Internship Position Announcement Description: • Assisting the Wichita Police and Fire Foundation (WPFF) and collaborating with the Wichita Police Department (WPD) and the Wichita Fire Department (WFD) with community events. • Dissemination of unique target specific materials to assist the goals of the foundation in the community. • Supporting WPD & WFD Programs & Memberships with the WPFF and their community partners. • Email, mailers, MS Word & Excel, PowerPoint and database knowledge helpful. *DO NOT APPLY ON HANDSHAKE* For information and to apply, please contact: Kelly S. Herzik, JD Asst. Professor Outreach Coordinator School of Criminal Justice Wichita State University 1845 Fairmount St, Box 135 Wichita, KS 67260 kellysa.herzik@wichita.edu (316) 978-6463 (office) (316) 993-5279 (cell) *This is NOT an event; it is an application process*

  • Full time positions with Wyandotte County, Kansas City KS!

    Fri, March 29, midnight to Tue, April 30, 11:15 p.m.

    When: Friday, March 29th 2024, 12:00 am CDT - Tuesday, April 30th 2024, 11:15 pm CDT Location: Law Enforcement Training Center, Room 317, 1845 Fairmount Street, Wichita, Kansas 67260, United States *This is NOT an event; it is an application process* Kansas State Board of Indigents’ Defense Services Open Position – Call for Applicants 29th Judicial District Public Defender Office (Wyandotte County) Kansas City, KS The Mission The office of the 29th Judicial District Public Defender is entirely new in Wyandotte County. We are looking for dynamic, client-centered Administrative Specialists who are passionate about the importance of public defense and are interested in aiding our efforts to rebuild our system and transform the new public defender fundamentally Four position openings: Administrative Specialist Senior Administrative Specialist Legal Assistant Special Investigator please note** each position is a PDF attachment to this posting. To access the PDF you must log into Handshake and view the event. *This is NOT an event; it is an application process*

  • Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) - Pathways Recent Graduate

    Mon, April 1, 11:59 p.m. to Tue, April 30, 11:59 p.m.

    When: Monday, April 1st 2024, 11:59 pm CDT - Tuesday, April 30th 2024, 11:59 pm CDT Location: Unknown *This is NOT an event; it is an application process* The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) is looking for energetic, innovative, solution-oriented professionals to help the ATF team succeed in our responsibilities to reduce violent crime and protect the public. Clarification from the agency Recent graduates who have completed, within the previous two years or will receive within 9 months a qualifying associate, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution; Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation but are within six years from the date on which the requirements for their degree/academic course of study were completed. *This is NOT an event; it is an application process*

  • Criminal Justice Internship Program

    Mon, Feb. 26, midnight to Tue, April 30, 11:59 p.m.

    When: Monday, February 26th 2024, 12:00 am CST - Tuesday, April 30th 2024, 11:59 pm CDT Location: Unknown The Topeka Police Department is accepting applications for the 2024 Summer Internship program. The program is scheduled for June 3, 2024 to June 28, 2024, including some weekend events. This opportunity exposes students to all areas of the Topeka Police Department. The program includes the following opportunities- • Ride Alongs with Topeka Police Officers • Demonstrations/training opportunities from TPD’s specialty units • Attendance at community events • Visits to local landmarks/attractions • Presentations on each of TPD’s bureaus For applications, visit- https://www.topeka.org/tpd/opportunities-for-citizens/criminal-justice-internship-program/#gsc.tab=0 *This is NOT an event; it is an application process*

  • U.S. Probation Intern

    Wed, Jan. 31, midnight to Tue, April 30, 11:15 p.m.

    When: Wednesday, January 31st 2024, 12:00 am CST - Tuesday, April 30th 2024, 11:15 pm CDT Location: Law Enforcement Training Center, Room 317, 1845 Fairmount Street, Wichita, Kansas 67260, United States POSITION TITLE: U.S. Probation Intern SALARY RANGE: Voluntary (unpaid) LOCATION: District of Kansas (Wichita, Topeka, or Kansas City) ISSUE DATE: This is a continually open position for all divisional U.S. Probation Offices in the District of Kansas. Applicants should apply directly to the office in which they wish to be considered for an internship. Application should be made well in advance of the school semester in which the internship may occur. DUTIES: U.S. Probation Office Interns will work under the guidance of U.S. Probation Officers in the normal course of their duties, which include pretrial investigations and supervision, presentence investigations, and post-release offender supervision. Interns will be allowed to perform some of the duties assigned to probation officers while under the direction and guidance of an officer. Interns will be expected to complete orientation and training relevant to the U.S. Courts and the U.S. Probation Office to gain an understanding of the U.S. Probation Office and its role in the Federal Court system. Interns will be expected to assist officers and support staff with case file management and other support functions, and shall be responsible to maintain confidentiality in all areas of work. Interns will be expected to complete a minimum of 120 hours of work during a school semester. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: a) Enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in the social sciences or in a field appropriate to the subject matter of this position; b) Applicant shall be designated as a senior in an undergraduate program, or in a graduate program at the time they are to begin their internship; c) Grade point average of 3.0 or above; d) Applicant shall receive college credit for the internship. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: a) High grade point average, primarily in field of educational major; b) Strong interest in pursuing a career in law enforcement or corrections; c) Prior employment experience. EVALUATION PROCESS: Eligible applicants will be screened and rated as to experience, education, and training. Applicants may be required to respond to written assignments and undergo testing during the selection process. *This is NOT an event; it is an application process*