Spring Intern - Police (Investigative Support)

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake Police Department is seeking an Investigative Support Intern for the spring. You will assist detectives, work on real cases, and gain hands-on experience in research and casework while serving your community.

The role requires strong writing and verbal communication, confidentiality, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Flexible hours are offered between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., with a maximum of 30 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Possess investigative interest.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Support the Investigations Section by performing research in multiple computer databases.
• Assist with pawn shop compliance and research on active cases.
• Provide customer service and field phone calls for the Criminal Investigations Section as needed.
• Citizen/victim contact and follow-up on active cases.
• Provide the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office with offense reports when requested for case review.
• Assist detectives with compiling case files and scanning into record management systems.
• Assist detectives with active investigations in office and field.
• Compile information for crime bulletins and crime line releases.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong written and verbal skills

Investigative interest

Confidentiality & professionalism

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Students will be limited to one internship per school year.

The internship may run from Monday, January 11 to Friday, April 23, 2027, depending on the student’s curriculum. The student may work a maximum of 360 hours.

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work,
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the work-site supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the work site supervisor efficiently.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship work site.

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Job Type

Job Type Seasonal/Substitute

Posting Type

Posting Type Intern

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 3

Department

Department POLICE

Division

Division POLICE SUPPORT

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026494

Number of hours worked per week

Number of hours worked per week Up to 30

Work Schedule

Flexible hours between 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Up to 30 hours per week;

Work Site Location

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement N - Never

Pay Grade

Pay Grade N/A

Pay Basis

Advertised Salary

$17.50 / per hour

Job Description

Join CPD and dive into the world of criminal investigations! As an Investigative Support Intern this spring, you’ll assist detectives, work on real cases, and gain hands‑on experience in research and casework — all while serving your community and exploring a future in criminal justice.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the Investigations Section by preforming research in numerous computer databases.
• Assist with pawn shop compliance and research on active cases.
• Provides customer service and fields phone calls for the Criminal Investigations Section as needed.
• Citizen/victim contact and follow‑up on active cases.
• Provide the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office with offense reports when requested for case review.
• Assist detectives with compiling case files and electronically scan case files into record management systems.
• Assist detectives with active investigations as needed, both in the office and field.
• Compile information for crime bulletins and crime line releases
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Strong written and verbal skills
• Possess investigative interest
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for the following:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work.
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the worksite supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the worksite supervisor in an efficient manner.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship worksite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or having an interest in a criminal justice related field.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional and confidential environment

The ideal candidate is a college student in good standing – preferably a junior, senior, or graduate student – who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, or who has graduated within the past year.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/19/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 10/30/2026

Open Continuous No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Students will be limited to one internship per school year.

The internship may run from Monday, January 11 to Friday, April 23, 2027, depending on the student’s curriculum. The student may work a maximum of 360 hours.

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work,
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the work‑site supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the work site supervisor efficiently.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship work site.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Sitting

Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Walking

Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting

Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting Amount

Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 lbs

Carrying

Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Handling

Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Kneeling

Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching

Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crawling

Crawling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Bending

Bending Occas­iously- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Twisting

Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Climbing

Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing

Balancing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Vision

Vision Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Hearing

Hearing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Talking

Talking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Foot Controls

Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Protective Equipment Required

Health and Safety

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Mechanical Hazards

Mechanical Hazards N = Never

Chemical Hazards

Chemical Hazards N = Never

Electrical Hazards

Electrical Hazards N = Never

Fire Hazards N = Never

Explosives

Explosives N = Never

Communicable Diseases

Communicable Diseases N = Never

Physical Danger or Abuse

Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never

Other

If Other, Description

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Dirt and Dust

Dirt and Dust S = Seasonally

Extreme Temperatures

Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally

Noise and Vibration

Noise and Vibration S = Seasonally

Fumes and Odors

Fumes and Odors N = Never

Wetness/Humidity

Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally

Darkness or Poor Lighting

Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally

Primary Work Location

Primary Work Location Other - varies

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Time Pressures Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Emergency Situations

Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequent Change of Tasks Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

No

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0

Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a college student in good academic standing, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation)?
  • Yes
  • No