Entry Level Fall Internship Program Jobs in Orlando, FL

Location : 100 ESLINGER WAY, SANFORD, FL
Job Type: INTERN
Job Number: 01124
Department: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
Opening Date: 06/02/2026
Closing Date: 6/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Classified Service: No
General Description
The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for the FALL INTERNSHIP - VOLUNTEER PROGRAM. All applications require a NOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver and a Hold Harmless Agreement, included in the links provided, and are to be uploaded to your application before submitting. Applications will be accepted until TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026.
The Internship Program is a 15-week volunteer program beginning SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, and continuing until DECEMBER 18, 2026. Eligible interns may choose to extend their internship at a later date.
The Internship Program offers an opportunity for Junior, Senior, and Master's students enrolled at a local College or University to receive a hands-on experience within a law enforcement agency. Eligible individuals may receive school credit. Interns are asked to complete a minimum of 12 hours per week, dependent on the division assigned. Building hours are 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Monday-Friday (except for agency events). Hours are often flexible and can be arranged according to a student's academic/work schedule.
Dependent on availability, Interns have the opportunity to be placed in one of the many divisions throughout the agency, including .
Typical Duties
Students will gain hands on experience with an opportunity for school credit. While interns will be expected to complete their duties from the Seminole County Sheriff's Office, some Intern positions will have the flexibility to work on assignments from locations outside of the office.
Tasks vary dependent upon the division assigned and can include but not limited to:

• Clerical/analytical work
• Data entry/collection
• Updating files
• Assistance/facilitation of programs/events
• Property follow-up
• Research
• Background Investigations

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrolled in a local College or University as a junior, senior, or Graduate student
• Excellent verbal/written skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to complete 15-week volunteer program
• Ability to complete 12 hours per week or an equivalent of 180 hours in 15 weeks
• Ability to pass a background investigation
• Ability to pass a drug screen and computerized voice stress analysis test
• Must possess, maintain, and submit a copy of a valid state Driver's License
• Must submit a notarized Background Waiver
• Must submit a Hold Harmless Agreement
• Must submit a copy of a birth certificate
• Must submit a copy of Social Security Card
• Must submit a copy of an Official College Transcript

Please direct any questions to:
Seminole County Sheriff's Office
Human Resources Division
100 Eslinger Way
Sanford FL 32773
(407) 665-6490
External applicants for employment will submit to a thorough background investigation, which includes, but not limited to, past employment/education verification, driver license review, credit history, prior drug use history, arrest/conviction record, and computerized voice stress analysis (CVSA) testing. A certified examiner administers the CVSA with questions addressing illegal drug use and general questions of honesty and criminal history. Any dishonesty or deception on the Employment Application will disqualify your application.
The background investigation process may take 3-6 months depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background and position for which you've applied. Applicants selected for employment will be provided a conditional offer and required to submit to a medical examination with drug screening.
Candidates must also comply with the Agency's current Tattoo and Body Ornamentation Policy. A copy of General Order 28 - Dress and Appearance can be accessed here. An applicant's tattoos and body ornamentation must be disclosed at the time of application and will be documented as part of the agency's review process, even if otherwise meeting the Agency's policy.
Applicants not selected for employment will receive notification from the Human Resources Division, to include justification based on the following disqualifiers: negative background, failure to meet minimum qualifications as outlined in the specific job description, or any additional information discovered during the interview process. Applicants will be eligible to reapply with the Seminole County Sheriff's Office after one year from date of notification.
The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is committed to a diverse work force, is a drug free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly support our military veterans and their families, and encourage them to consider applying to agency job announcements for which they may qualify. Preference-Eligible Applicant service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Additionally, certain Preference-Eligible Applicants may also be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment.
VOLUNTEER POSITION
01
Have you been convicted for a DUI within the last five (5) years prior to today?

• Yes
• No

02
Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime (including but not limited to where adjudication was withheld) or participated in a pretrial diversion program for any felony offense?

• Yes
• No

03
Have you been convicted of a misdemeanor (including but not limited to where adjudication was withheld) or participated in a pretrial diversion program for any offense involving false statements, perjury or domestic violence within the last five (5) years prior to today?

• Yes
• No

04
Have you used or purchased any type of illegal or controlled substance, excluding marijuana, (i.e. cocaine, ecstasy, heroin, LSD, prescription medications not prescribed to you, steroids) within the last seven (7) years prior to today? NOTE: This question pertains to outside the realm of law enforcement. Do not answer "Yes" to this question if you dealt with controlled substances in the line of duty as a law enforcement officer.

• Yes
• No

05
Have you sold any type of controlled substance (i.e. marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, heroin, LSD, prescription medications) to others within the last seven (7) years prior to today? NOTE: this question pertains to outside the realm of law enforcement. Do not answer "Yes" to this question if you dealt with controlled substances in the line of duty as a law enforcement officer.

• Yes
• No

06
At the time of the internship will you be a College Junior, Senior or Master's student?

• Yes
• No

Required Question