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I would like to become a detective, what are some goals and internships should I have to become one??
I am in my 3rd year in college and I am starting to look for internships but don't know where to start.
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Aman’s Answer
Hey there! That's awesome that you want to become a detective! One goal you should set is to look for internships with local police departments. Many of them offer summer internships or ride-along programs where you can learn about investigations firsthand. Also, try reaching out to organizations like the FBI or state investigations bureau; they often have internship programs that allow you to assist in real cases. Finally, consider joining a criminal justice club at your college where you can network and learn from peers who share your goals!
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Michelle’s Answer
Hello, Matthew !
The first place you can start to look for experience through an Internship or Volunteer Work would be right there on your college campus at your Administration of Justice Department. Many colleges place students in Internships in the latter part of their Junior and in their Senior year, so your first stop would be to consult with one of your professors about this.
It will also depend on if you want to be a police officer (detective) or a Private Detective. You could go for Security Guard training and Certification and apply for a part time Security Guard position. You can work at that for year to get experience if you want to open your own Detective Agency. If it's that you want to be a police officer and then advance to the promotion of Detective, you'll need to go to the Police Academy training. If you have your Bachelors Degree while there. you may be exempt from some of the training components at the Police Academy.
When thinking about Internships v. Volunteer work, I would advise that an internship may take longer to obtain as not everyone offers them. My advice is to either do the above mentioned or look for volunteer work at your local police department, probation office, courts or at a social service that offers Re-Entry Programs (for individuals recently released from prison). See if you can even volunteer at Juvenile Hall, too. Volunteer work may be easier and quicker to obtain and afford a great wealth of knowledge and experience.
Since you are a Junior in college, I would advise that you use your last two years to become more aware and involved in your department and with your professors. Don't be shy - hang around the department more and establish new friendships so information can be shared with you on a daily basis. Read postings and don't forget to visit your campus Career Center as there may be information there that you haven't gotten yet.
I hope that this is helpful and I wish you all the best in a very exciting career !
The first place you can start to look for experience through an Internship or Volunteer Work would be right there on your college campus at your Administration of Justice Department. Many colleges place students in Internships in the latter part of their Junior and in their Senior year, so your first stop would be to consult with one of your professors about this.
It will also depend on if you want to be a police officer (detective) or a Private Detective. You could go for Security Guard training and Certification and apply for a part time Security Guard position. You can work at that for year to get experience if you want to open your own Detective Agency. If it's that you want to be a police officer and then advance to the promotion of Detective, you'll need to go to the Police Academy training. If you have your Bachelors Degree while there. you may be exempt from some of the training components at the Police Academy.
When thinking about Internships v. Volunteer work, I would advise that an internship may take longer to obtain as not everyone offers them. My advice is to either do the above mentioned or look for volunteer work at your local police department, probation office, courts or at a social service that offers Re-Entry Programs (for individuals recently released from prison). See if you can even volunteer at Juvenile Hall, too. Volunteer work may be easier and quicker to obtain and afford a great wealth of knowledge and experience.
Since you are a Junior in college, I would advise that you use your last two years to become more aware and involved in your department and with your professors. Don't be shy - hang around the department more and establish new friendships so information can be shared with you on a daily basis. Read postings and don't forget to visit your campus Career Center as there may be information there that you haven't gotten yet.
I hope that this is helpful and I wish you all the best in a very exciting career !