Posting number: 27-00110
Department: 225 Corrections - Community Based Corrections - Des Moines
Job classification: Administrative Intern
Posting type: Open
Categories: Internship
This is a non-merit internship position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.
5th District, Department of Corrections has exciting Criminal Justice internship opportunities for Fall 2026. This role offers students practical learning opportunities within the community based corrections system. Interns will gain exposure to probation and court operations, legal processes, and public service while supporting Probation/Parole Officers and other district staff. Please note that these internship opportunities are unpaid
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To apply, please submit a completed application via the Government Jobs website and attach a current resume and college transcripts.
E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.
Applicants for positions in this class must be currently enrolled students in a degree program at an accredited educational institution, as determined by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise.
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