Unpaid Intern - Champaign Police Department

Unpaid Intern - Champaign Police Department

Salary

$0.00 Hourly

Location

Champaign, IL

Job Type

Intern

Department

Police

Opening Date

05/01/2026

Closing Date

5/31/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NBU

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Overview

The City of Champaign seeks qualified applicants for the position of Unpaid Intern with the Champaign Police Department for the Fall 2026 semester.

Internship Overview

The unpaid internship at the Champaign Police Department is an opportunity to observe certain activities of the department for educational purposes.

Activities may include, but are not limited to:

• Participating in ride-alongs to respond to calls for service.
• Observation of witness and offender interviews.
• Observing officers completing case paperwork, the booking process, and other activities stemming from calls for service.
• Attending departmental meetings; and conducting research.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a two- or four-year college or university of recognized standing.
• Possess an average or above average record of accomplishment in the college courses completed at the time of selection.
• Provide verification from current college or university that the unpaid internship is for college credit.
• Successfully fulfill the requirements of the Citys unpaid internship selection process.

Criminal background check is required. Applications for Fall 2026 internships must be submitted by May 31, 2026, for first consideration.

Other Information

Contact the Human Resources Department at (217) 403-8770 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. if you require an accommodation to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process. The following locations offer free Internet access and assistance: Champaign Public Library, Champaign Public Library Douglass Branch, and the Illinois WorkNet Center.

The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting a work environme nt and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The City of Champaigns mission is to provide responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with our community. The following values guide our work: Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, Results. The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environme nt and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Learn more about the citys mission and values at https://champaignil.gov/city-managers-office

This position is not eligible for City of Champaign employee benefits.

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Why are you interested in an unpaid internship with the Champaign Police Department?

02

Please provide the name and email or telephone number for the Internship Coordinator from your school for this internship.

03

Are you currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program at an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "yes" to question #4 above, please the name of the college or university where you are currently enrolled.

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Will you be enrolled in a college or university degree-seeking program for the Fall 2026 term?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Champaign

Address 102 North Neil St.

Floor 1

Champaign, Illinois, 61820

Phone (217) 403-8770

Website http://www.champaignil.gov