Apply for an internship with DPA's Law and Justice Reform Internship Program

The Department of Police Accountability has opportunities for students interested in public service. Applications are open.

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Internships at the Department of Police Accountability (DPA) give students the opportunity to learn about:

  • Police policies and practices; 
  • Criminal or constitutional law;
  • Public safety, employment, and administrative law;
  • How local government works;
  • Relationships between policy, law, and community engagement.

We have internship opportunities for:

  • College students
  • Graduate students
  • Law students 

How To Apply:

Application Timeline (Spring 2025 & Summer 2025):

  • Spring Internship: January 20-May 9 
    • Deadline to Apply: November 18th 

 

  • Summer Internship: June 2- August 8th 
    • Deadline to Apply: January 15th  

Qualifications

We look for interns with:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills 
  • The ability to think critically and solve problems
  • A passion for local government, justice issues, race disparities, and policy 

 

Highlights according to previous interns

“Gaining valuable experience working w/ career prosecutors and attorneys”

Haesl Jackson

 

“Researching policy for best law enforcement practices”

Veronica Gray

 

“Conducting Policy research related to the transparency of Police Departments that I was not aware of until now”

Athena Edwards

 

“Researching trends in police reform proposals and implementation”

Oliver Smith

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1 South Van Ness Ave, 8th Floor

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Last updated October 21, 2024