College Student Intern - Police Services

College Student Intern - Police Services

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Police, Boca Raton, FL

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

04787

Department

Police Services

Division

Community Services 22/07001

Opening Date

10/02/2026

Closing Date

10/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

Police Services Department: Police Services employs approximately 217 sworn officers and 116 civilian employees. Our Agency prides itself on the professional atmosphere and the professional demeanor of our employees. We strive to recruit only the most dedicated and qualified people.

The mission of the City of Boca Raton is to provide the highest quality of service to the community through responsible use of public resources to enhance our unique quality of life.

Essential Functions

As a Police Services Intern, you will have a hands-on experience as you rotate across bureaus such as Road Patrol, Detective Bureau, Community Engagement, Special Operations, or Public Safety Dispatch.

Candidates selected for an internship will be expected to comply with all City and Department rules and regulations. In addition, candidates will:

• Shadow Police Officers in the course of their day-to-day duties, including ride along with Field Training Officers or designated Road Patrol Officers
• Learn about department Standard Operating Procedures, best practices, as well as State statutes and City Ordinances
• Shadow nonsworn personnel performing essential functions such as Crime Scene Technician, Public Safety Dispatcher, Real-Time Command Center Technician, or Crime Intelligence Analyst

By the end of your internship, you will have a deeper understanding of a municipal Police Services department, including sworn and nonsworn positions, and the varied career paths available to you.

EXPECTATIONS:

Candidates selected for an Internship will be expected to comply with all City and Department rules and regulations.

In addition, candidates will be expected to:

• Complete the required amount of hours in accordance with the college/university requirements.
• Wear proper attire while engaged in Intern activities.
• Conduct him/herself in a professional manner.
• Maintain the confidentiality of any information obtained through the Internship Program.
• Ensure that all required documentation required by the college/university is supplied to the Department Internship Coordinator.
• Understand that Interns are limited to non-enforcement assignments within the Police Department.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Standard office and field equipment and procedures
• Police Services Standard Operating Procedures, best practices
• Florida State statutes and City of Boca Raton Ordinances
• Criminal justice principles to some degree

Skilled in:

• Listening - demonstrate active listening with Staff, and general public.
• Communication - both written and oral interpersonal communication
• Critical thinking and situational awareness

Ability to:

• Follow directions promptly and receive feedback.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, supervisors, associates, applicants, and the public.
• Interact with citizens effectively and contribute to maintaining a safe environment.
• Identify small details, correct errors, and notice patterns.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Program Term:

Internships will have a prescribed beginning and end date but may be extended at the discretion of the Human Resources Director or designee. Program length will depend on the Divisions budget, needs and staff levels.

The Police Services Department accepts Interns during each college semester.

Available Positions:

The Police Services Department has two (2) internship positions available per college semester.

MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY:

Candidates seeking to be considered for an Internship in Police Services must meet or comply with the following requirements:

• Attend a state accredited college or university.
• Must complete an oral board interview
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment screening including a polygraph examination and an extensive background check.

Requirements (to be submitted with application):

• Unofficial transcript demonstrating current enrollment

QUALIFICATIONS:

The applicant must be of good moral character, have good communication skills, have good work ethic, and must be flexible and able to work well with others.

The applicant must successfully pass a complete background investigation to the satisfaction of the employer prior to appointment.

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Reference Checks
• Educational Verification
• Credit Check
• Fingerprinting
• Polygraph
• Neighborhood Check
• Drug and Alcohol Screen

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran-Friendly Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.

The City is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Veterans' Preference: The City proudly supports veterans and provides employment preference to eligible veterans and other individuals as required by Florida law. Applicants eligible for Veterans' Preference are encouraged to indicate their eligibility and provide the required documentation during the application process.

CITY OF BOCA RATON - BENEFITS SUMMARY

Part-Time Employees

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: To be eligible to receive Paid Leave and to contribute to the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, a part-time employee must have worked at least 1,040 hours in the prior fiscal year

PAID LEAVE: Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will receive twelve (12) hours of Paid Leave on October 1st. This Paid Leave shall be used no later than September 30th of that fiscal year or it will be forfeited. These hours may not accumulate and may only be granted with the approval of the employees supervisor. This paid leave has no cash value at separation of employment.

MISSION SQUARE 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will be allowed to participate in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. The City will not provide any matching funds.

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

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Are you currently enrolled in a degree seeking program at an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

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Did you upload your current College/University Unofficial Transcript to this online application?

• Yes
• No

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What area of study is your education?

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What is your current level of education status?

• Not currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program
• Entering/In Freshman Year of undergraduate program
• Entering/In Sophomore Year of undergraduate program
• Entering/In Junior Year of undergraduate program
• Entering/In Senior Year of undergraduate program
• Entering/In Masters Degree graduate program

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The Citys hiring process for position within the police department will include an extensive background check that is job-related and consistent with business necessity. This can include a drug and alcohol test, medical examination, polygraph, psychological exam, SSN Trace, Criminal search, Sex Offender Registry search, Global Homeland Security Watchlist search, employment verification, neighborhood check, fingerprinting, reference checks, and a Driving History Report. Any discrepancies between the information provided within this application, and the results of the background will be considered untruthful and will be cause for immediate disqualification. Do you understand the requirements and affirm that the answers contained in this application and questionnaire are honest and correct?

• Yes
• No

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I acknowledge that if hired, I shall not have any tattoos on the neck, face head, scalp, or hands with the exception of the below. A single, simple band-style tattoo on the ring finger signifying lawful marriage. and/or Cosmetic tattoos that replace makeup and maintain a natural, professional appearance.

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever engaged in the use, possession, distribution, or sale of any illegal or controlled substances, including but not limited to marijuana or prescription medications without a valid prescription?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to the question above, provide the name of the drug(s) and the last date of usage below. * Please put N/A if this does not apply to you.

Required Question

Employer City of Boca Raton

Address 201 W. Palmetto Park Road

Boca Raton, Florida, 33432

Phone 561-393-7805

Website http://www.myboca.us