What You'll Do
Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio State Highway Patrol
Report in location: Ohio State Highway Patrol Posts throughout the state
Work Days and hours: Varies depending on student’s schedule.
This is an ongoing internship. The selected candidate will ideally be able to work throughout the school year and summer, for an average of 20 hours per week or less (with flexibility during the school semesters given class schedule and course load).
The pay rate for a college intern is based upon the students' academic status:
Undergraduate student rate of pay - $16.93 per hour
Graduate student rate of pay - $20.59 per hour
Major/field of study should be in Criminal Justice (Consideration will be given to other degree programs)
The Cadet Core Intern Program is a civilian, part-time program for those interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement with the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The program is designed to provide the Cadet Core Intern with the foundation needed to keep involved and on the professional path to transition into an Ohio State Highway Patrol Cadet/Trooper.
This is a position that involves various duties that provide work experience that is useful addition to the student's education and meaningful preparation for a Highway Patrol Cadet candidate.
Works under the leadership and direction of the post mentor; Performs a wide variety of support duties associated with assisting in traffic control, at OVI checkpoints; at crime scene; patrol community events (e.g., State Fair). Participates in Ride-A-Long program with the post mentor. Maintains weight and height standards set forth by the Ohio State Highway Patrol to perform job duties.
Completes the Cadet Internship Manual to learn Post operations (e.g., the Division's structure, Code of Conduct, Core Values, radio codes; criminal and traffic laws; and proper cleaning techniques for equipment).
Assist Field Recruiters at various public functions (e.g., college and high school career days and speech details). Utilizes personal computer (PC) and Microsoft Office software to perform various duties (e.g., update tables &/or creates small databases; prepares and types reports and correspondence). Operates Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS) terminal; routes the information to the appropriate person.
Answers phones. Files correspondence, reports, documents or other materials. Opens, sorts & distributes mail. Operates office equipment (e.g., fax machine, copier). Greets & assists people on post as necessary
Performs maintenance duties (e.g., sweeping pavements, raking leaves, shoveling snow, etc.). Ensures care of patrol cars (e.g., washing, cleaning, checks fluid levels). Performs other related duties as required.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Employment Requirements (all must be verified upon hire)
To be eligible for an internship opportunity at the Ohio State Highway Patrol, an applicant must:
- Applicants must be in a freshman (with one complete semester), sophomore or junior status while enrolled in college.
- Must be enrolled at an accredited college/university and be considered in good academic standing
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 while employed
- Must be able to enter the Academy Class before reaching their 40th birthday.
Selected applicants are required to provide proof of grades and attendance each quarter and/or semester enrolled.
Applicants must enter their full legal name and middle initial on the application
Applicants must provide a current email address on the application. Applicants will be contacted via email.
NOTE: The Cadet Core College Intern Program is a professional path to transition into an Ohio State Highway Patrol Cadet/Trooper.
- Must have a valid license with no active FRA (Financial responsibility suspension) or SR22 bond on driving record.
- Must obtain an Ohio Drivers License prior to commission as an Ohio State Trooper.
- Six or more points on license is a disqualifier.
Job Skills: Internship
Technical Skills: Internship
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Teamwork
Supplemental Information
Unusual Working Conditions:
Works varied hours of day or night, weekends, and during inclement weather. Will work with the public and be exposed to stressful working conditions.
Background Check Information:
Applicants will be required to complete the application process including a written exam, physical fitness assessment, polygraph examination, a background investigation, a urinalysis, and a psychological assessment.
Applicants must have uncorrected vision no worse than 20/100 in each eye separately, correctable to 20/20 monocular vision. If your vision is worse than 20/100, you will be instructed regarding your options and you will not be permitted to continue. In addition, applicants must also meet hearing standards. Applicants must be able to perceive a stimulus within the frequency range 500 (Hz) to 2000 (Hz) at a tone not to exceed 30 (db). A variance may be requested provided the applicant is wearing hearing aids that would bring him/her into compliance.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol has an appearance standard policy that includes information to address tattoos and body art. The policy reads: Tattoos or body art shall not be visible while in uniform.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
