2027 Spring Semester Unpaid Internship

Welcome to the Georgia Department of Community Supervision (DCS) Internship Program! 
 

We are committed to providing college students with meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom and prepare them for successful careers. Our unpaid internship program offers students the opportunity to earn valuable course credit while gaining practical experience alongside dedicated professionals who are making a difference in communities across Georgia, with potential opportunities available throughout all 51 judicial circuits.

Interns receive mentorship from experienced Community Supervision Officers and other professionals while exploring a variety of career paths within our agency. Whether assisting with Georgia's probation and parole process or contributing to areas such as Finance, External Affairs, Information Technology, Human Resources, and other administrative functions, interns gain real-world knowledge, develop professional skills, and make meaningful contributions to our mission. For students approaching graduation, exceptional performance may also lead to contingent employment opportunities, providing a pathway from the classroom to a rewarding career in public service. 

We invite you to take the next step in your professional journey with DCS and discover how your talents can make a lasting impact on the individuals, families, and communities we serve.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or a lawful alien.

• Must be a junior, senior, or graduate-level student at a 4-year accredited college/university with a minimum Grade Point Average (G.P.A.) of 2.5 (no rounding) for unpaid internships  

• Must be majoring in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Political Science or Public Administration, Pre-Law, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Economics, Journalism, Management, or Human Resources.

• Must be recommended by a faculty member.

• Must have no criminal history of offenses involving moral turpitude or a pattern of disregard for public safety. Careful consideration will be given to any criminal history the applicant might have.

• Must be physically able to perform the duties of a community supervision officer if seeking a Community Supervision Officer Internship.

PLEASE NOTE: This posting is subject to close once a suitable candidate pool or candidate has been selected.

The Department of Community Supervision is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other related statuses, protected by applicable state and federal statutes. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application or screening processes by contacting the Office of Human Resources at [email protected].

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you are an individual with a disability and wish to acquire this job announcement in an alternative format, or if you require assistance or other reasonable accommodations in order to participate in the selection process, you may contact the Office of Human Resources at [email protected].