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Salary: $22.00 Hourly
Location : City Hall 2660 Civic Center Drive Roseville MN 55113, MN
Job Type: Internship
Job Number: 2026-00043
Department: Police
Division: Police Admin
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: 6/14/2026 11:59 PM Central
Summary
Job Summary:
The Student Internship provides qualified students with practical work experience that compliments their academic course work, as well as course credit. It also provides the Roseville Police Department with an opportunity to involve college students in various aspects of police work. The Student Intern is a seasonal, non-sworn position providing technical and clerical support for the Investigations Unit of the Police Department. The position provides entry-level clerical, technical, and customer service support while building relationships with the community, external agencies, and staff. Students are able to gain valuable work experience, on-the-job training, and have an opportunity to develop a professional networking base for future positions in law enforcement.
The Police Intern may be assigned in a Community Liaison role to assist the Department in focusing on law-enforcement and crime-prevention strategies within diverse communities utilizing multicultural and bilingual interactions.
Scope of Responsibility:
The Student Intern works varying hours and days of the week under the readily available supervision of the Investigations Lieutenant (or designee). The Student Intern makes routine choices within established procedures and troubleshoots using proven alternatives. Interaction is frequent to provide basic information within the organization and to the public. The job requires tact, courtesy and good judgment in dealing with the public.
Specific areas where interns may be assigned include investigations and property room, patrol, crime analysis, victim services, community outreach and crime prevention, communications, police records and administration. Project assignments may include case and crime victim follow-up, surveys, data entry, research projects, community outreach, social media assistance and other tasks as assigned. The intern assignments will vary and are designed to allow students the experience of the daily operations within a law enforcement agency and to also meet the needs of the Roseville Police Department.
Essential Duties Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns must be detail oriented and organized, with an ability to complete projects within timelines and under minimal supervision, proficient in Microsoft office, research methods, and technical writing. Interns are expected to keep a journal of activities to aid in the evaluation process. The progress and oversight of individual interns is monitored by the Investigations Lieutenant (or designee), and may be periodically reported to the college/university to which the intern belongs.
Operations:
Uses database, spreadsheet, and other computer software programs and equipment to prepare technical media and digital evidence for criminal case preparation and requests for data from outside agencies and the public.
Customer Service:
Deliver and pick up evidence/property/correspondence. Answer and handle telephone calls and assist citizen walk-ins. Provides information and assistance in a professional, courteous manner.
Research & Analysis:
Researches investigative information and data; compiles reports.
Recordkeeping & Reporting:
Assists investigations staff in preparing and organizing investigative case files.
Support Services:
Assist Property Room Technician and other department personnel as requested.
Light office filing, typing, and data entry.
Performs other related duties as apparent or assigned.
Required Skills/Experience/Education
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Applies knowledge of office computer technologies including word processing, spreadsheet applications, media storage and retrieval, database applications to include data entry, running reports and statistics, scanning documents, e-mail, and file management in a Microsoft Office, and Windows operating environment.
• Applies knowledge of office equipment including phones, computers, printers, fax machine, scanners, and copy machine.
• Communicates well both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, community members and other criminal justice agencies.
• Ability and desire to project a professional image through knowledge of job, positive attitude, and accurate and timely completion of work.
• Ability to work independently and to complete projects and daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to simultaneously address multiple projects and deadlines as well as triage multiple and changing priorities.
• Ability to prioritize work tasks and function with basic supervision.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential material.
• Conforms to the policies and procedures of the City, the Department, and applicable sections of city code and state and federal statutes.
• Ability to work with the public in a friendly, tactful manner.
• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and ethical performance at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:
The City of Roseville is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce. The City seeks to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to work. We are focused on equity and believe that diversity brings a unique and important perspective to the work we do. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Minimum job requirements are specialized training beyond high school that can be obtained in one year or less and no years of related experience, or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates underrepresented in law enforcement. Internships are for college credit (if approved by the college or university). Candidates must be at least age 18 and currently enrolled in a in a two or four-year law enforcement or criminal justice program, or have an equivalent of a two or four-year regionally-accredited college degree in any field of study. Candidate should be enrolled in a MN POST certified professional peace officer education program of their choice. Candidates must have a valid driver's license, and successfully pass an employment background investigation and pre-employment testing.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Physical Demands & Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The normal work environment is a modern, climate controlled office building, with moderate levels of noise generated by conversations, phones and other office equipment. Additionally, interns may work in the field while accompanied by law enforcement and may be expected to drive department vehicles. There is limited exposure to police property and evidence items. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and move about the office; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee is required to see, hear and speak in order to read reports and complete tasks using a computer, receive instructions and communicate with the public both in person and on the phone.
City of Roseville Police Department Student Intern program overview https://www.cityofroseville.com/2298/Internships
This position is not eligible for Benefits with the City of Roseville.
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Are you currently enrolled in a two- or four-year college program in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field and pursuing a career as a licensed peace officer?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please provide the name of your school, program, and anticipated graduation date. If no, indicate N/A.
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Briefly describe your interest in becoming a police officer and what has motivated you to pursue this career path.
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Is this internship required for or connected to your college coursework (credit or program requirement)?

• Yes
• No

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Please outline your typical weekly availability, including days and hours between M-F 0800-1630.
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Describe any experience related to law enforcement or public service (e.g., CSO, Explorer, Reserve, internship, military, or similar roles). If none, indicate N/A.
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Do you speak, read, or write any language(s) other than English?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, list the language(s) and describe your level of proficiency (basic, conversational, fluent, etc.). If no, indicate N/A.
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Describe your experience working with or interacting with individuals from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, or community backgrounds. Include any specific examples.
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Provide an example of volunteer work or community involvement within the past five years. Include your role and responsibilities. If none, indicate N/A.
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Based on your current education path, when do you anticipate becoming eligible for licensure through the Minnesota POST Board? Please review MN Board of POST's webpage on "How to Become an Officer" at https://mn.gov/post/applicants/generalinformation/
Required Question