Fall 2023 Intern - Crime Prevention, Youth & Victim Services

The Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services (GOCPYVS) seeks candidates for the Fall 2023 internship program. We are seeking a talented student with an interest in criminal justice and public service for an internship. GOCPYVS is Maryland's one-stop shop for resources to improve public safety. 

Individuals will experience the inner workings of state government from the vantage point of each branch within the office.  This program provides an opportunity to network with professionals from the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services, Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, Department of Health, Maryland Behavioral Health Administration, local corrections, law enforcement, and other agencies who will support professional growth and career interests. 

Learned outcomes or skills learned throughout this program include developing work habits and attitudes necessary for career success; receiving informal feedback and mentoring from their supervisor; developing communication, interpersonal, and other critical skills necessary for success in the workforce; and building a record of professional work experience in the public sector.

This office makes data-driven and policy-driven decisions and utilizes evidence-based practices to create a safer Maryland.

● Have a strong desire to engage and learn about the criminal justice system. 

● Possess excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

● Be detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills.

Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. 

For consideration, submit a resume, college transcript, one professional letter of recommendation, and one academic letter of recommendation.  Please note:  To ensure you can upload all of your documents please combine them into one document before uploading.  

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please email: dlinfo_goccp@maryland.gov.

MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.