The United States Probation Department is currently accepting applications for the Internship Program for the 2023 Summer Semester for the Detroit, Flint and Bay City Offices. Please see the attached application. Please return all required documents to Jennifer_Danysh@miep.uscourts.gov (Detroit), Tracey_Bylin@miep.uscourts.gov (Detroit), or Eric_Olmstead@miep.uscourts.gov (Flint and Bay City).

Documents / Forms

Probation Intern Job Description
Policy for Interns
Application for Interns

Important Dates

• Deadline to apply is February 6, 2023
• Interviews will take place the week of February 13, 2023
• Notification of acceptance will be no later than February 20, 2023
• Selected candidates will begin week of May 15, 2023
• Internship ends the week of August 25, 2023

GOAL

The goal of the U.S. Probation Department Internship Program is to provide students with the opportunity to work in a federal agency where they may obtain experience in the field of corrections and gain knowledge of the criminal justice system and the individuals who are processed through it. The student's role will be that of trainees, with the expectation that they will conduct themselves as staff members adhering to the policies and procedures of the Probation Department.

CONDITIONS

The length of the internship period should be at least 10 to 15 weeks, but will not exceed 52 weeks. The intern should work a minimum of 15 hours per week, the hours being based on the number of credits. During the internship period, one or more probation officers will supervise the student. The officers will insure that the intern is exposed to the many aspects of a probation officer's job. As the officers are ultimately responsible for all work submitted to the Court, they will review the work of the intern and sign all written reports. The officers will also meet with the intern and faculty liaison to confirm that they meet the goals of the Probation Department and school.

REQUIREMENTS

The student must have the equivalent of at least junior status and a 3.0 grade point average. The field of study should be in the area of criminal justice, college of law, or any related social sciences. Additionally, the student should have an interest in the field of corrections as a career.

The student should be at least twenty years old and no more than thirty-five years old, be a United States citizen or eligible to work in the United States, possess a valid driver's license and have access to a motor vehicle. In addition, the student will need to provide personal, employment and academic references. Writing skills and the ability to work under deadlines are areas that will be scrutinized.

The applicant will be interviewed to determine if the applicant meets the criteria and if the U.S. Probation Department is the appropriate placement for the student. The interview will be similar to that of an applicant for a full-time paid position. Questions will include inquiries into the student's interest in the profession, reasons for applying for the position, and queries regarding the applicant's background.

Before starting as an intern, the student will be asked to sign release of information forms. A background investigation, which includes a criminal record check, will be conducted. The student will also be required to sign "Acknowledgment of Gratuitous Service and Waiver."

To Apply

Send resumes with cover letter, application, transcript, and letters of reference to:

Bay City and Flint Offices: Eric_Olmstead@miep.uscourts.gov

Detroit Office: Jennifer_Danysh@miep.uscourts.gov or Tracey_Bylin@miep.uscourts.gov

The United States Probation Department is currently accepting applications for the Internship Program for the 2023 Summer semester for the Detroit, Flint and Bay City Offices. Please see the attached application. Please return all required documents to Jennifer_Danysh@miep.uscourts.gov (Detroit), Tracey_Bylin@miep.uscourts.gov (Detroit), or Eric_Olmstead@miep.uscourts.gov (Flint and Bay City)..

Documents / Forms

Application for Interns

Important Dates

• Deadline to apply is February 6, 2023
• Interviews will take place the week of February 13, 2023
• Notification of acceptance will be no later than February 20, 2023
• Selected candidates will begin week of May 15, 2023
• Internship ends the week of August 25, 2023

GOAL

The goal of the U.S. Probation Department Clerical Internship Program is to provide students with the opportunity to work in a federal agency where they will be provided the opportunity to learn about the United States Probation Department, the United States Courts, and the Federal criminal justice system as a whole. The student's role will be that of trainees, with the expectation that they will conduct themselves as staff members adhering to the policies and procedures of the Probation Department.

CONDITIONS

The length of the internship period should be at least 10 to 15 weeks. The intern should work a minimum of 15 hours per week, the hours being based on the number of credits. During the internship period, one or more clerks will supervise the student. The clerks will ensure that the intern is exposed to the many aspects of a clerk's job within the United States Probation Department including greeting clients and attorneys; answer incoming calls; process incoming and outgoing mail; scan and upload documents; complete data entry; and provide receptionist coverage as needed. The supervising clerks will also meet with the intern and faculty liaison to confirm that they meet the goals of the clerical staff within the Probation Department and school.

REQUIREMENTS

The student must have achieved at least sophomore or equivalent status and a minimum grade point average of 3.0. The field of study should be in the paralegal or the business administration field. Additionally, the student cannot have any criminal convictions.

The student should be at least eighteen years old, be a United States citizen or eligible to work in the United States and possess a valid driver's license. In addition, the student will need to provide personal, employment and academic references. Writing skills and the ability to work under deadlines are areas that will be scrutinized.

The applicant will be interviewed to determine if he or she meets the criteria and if the U.S. Probation Department is the appropriate placement for the student. The interview will be similar to that of an applicant for a full-time paid position. Questions will include inquiries into the student's interest in the profession, reasons for applying for the position in addition to queries regarding his or her background.

Before starting as an intern, the student will be asked to sign release of information forms. A background investigation, which includes a criminal record check, will be conducted. The student will also be required to sign "Acknowledgment of Gratuitous Service and Waiver."

To Apply

Send resumes with cover letter, transcript and letters of reference to:

Bay City and Flint Offices: Eric_Olmstead@miep.uscourts.gov

Detroit Office: Jennifer_Danysh@miep.uscourts.gov or Tracey_Bylin@miep.uscourts.gov

Representatives of the U.S. Probation Office for the Eastern District of Michigan are available for career presentations to classrooms or groups. To request a representative, submit the Career Presentation Request Form or print and mail the form to:

United States Probation Office
Attention: Eric Olmstead
United States Post Office Building
1000 Washington Ave.
Bay City, MI 48707

For more information, contact Eric Olmstead at (989) 894-8827.

Please note it is the policy of our department not to participate in career presentations where a fee is charged, unless the fee is waived.

Career Presentation Handouts

Court and Community
Probation Officer Job Description