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We are proud to join with area universities and colleges to offer internship experiences through our College-Student Internship Program.  This non-paid internship allows students the opportunity to observe and work in several divisions of our Department. It is our intention to provide a comprehensive, meaningful learning experience to provide participants with the knowledge to assess the police profession firsthand.

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Our internship does not guarantee the exact experiences a participant will receive, due to the nature and unpredictability of police activities. High-level, experiences may include;

• Introductions and Departments

• Law Enforcement Accreditation and Policy Development

• Recruiting and Hiring Processes

• Records Section

• Training Section

• Court

• Community Outreach Programs

• DARE

• Car Seat Fittings

• Patrol Ride-Along

 

Those interested in participating in our College-Student Internship Program are asked to review the application requirements below.

 

Prerequisite to Application

• Must be actively enrolled, in good standing, at an accredited university or college.

• Must be an undergraduate (Sophomore, Junior, or Senior) by credit hours, i.e. a minimum of 3 completed semesters and at least 36 credit hours.

• Must be a United States citizen.

• Must sign Putnam Police Department confidentiality agreement.

• Must pass full personal background investigation.

Note: A personal background investigation for interns is equal to the investigation for Police Officer applicants. The investigation will include a criminal history check and applicants will be required to submit fingerprints.

 

Application Requirements

• Cover Letter

• Personal Resume

• Unofficial Transcript

 

Putnam Police Department – College-Student Internship Program

ATTN: Captain Justin Lussier

189 Church Street

Putnam, CT 06260

 

QUESTIONS? Please contact Captain Justin Lussier at 860-928-6565 or Justin.Lussier@putnampolice.com