The Arlington Police Department offers internships for college students interested in a career in law enforcement. Interns will have the opportunity to shadow, ride out, and learn directly from a variety of units within the department.

Eligibility

• Students must be either a Junior or Senior at an accredited university
• Interns must receive credit hours from school for the internship
• 120 hours must be completed for 3 credit hours
• 240 hours must be completed for 6 credit hours
• Hours are estimates and vary according to the university
• Student currently not on academic or scholastic probation
• No felony convictions
• Must be approved by the appropriate college intern coordinator

Application Procedure

1. Send an email expressing interest in the program
2. Submit a letter of recommendation from the University Internship Coordinator
3. Provide college transcript
4. Student will then be contacted and provided further instructions

Application Deadlines

• Fall Semester - July 1
• Summer Semester - April 1
• Spring Semester - November 1

Internship Coordinator

Investigator Yasmin Hernandez
Arlington PD Personnel & Recruiting Unit
(817) 459-5387
[email protected]