Entry Level Police Computer Forensics Jobs in Michigan

Salary: $0.00 Hourly
Location : Bridgeport, MI
Job Type: Internship - Non Paid
Job Number: 5501-26108-CF
Department: State Police
Opening Date: 06/24/2026
Closing Date: 7/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Job Description
Fall or Winter 2026 Semesters
The MSP Cyber Section's Computer Crimes Unit (CCU) offices in Bridgeport are seeking digital forensics and criminal justice students enrolled in a post-secondary educational program that are interested in an unpaid internship with the Michigan State Police for the Fall or Winter 2026 semesters. This internship would be approximately 10-20 hours per week, for approximately 12 weeks, with start and end dates to be determined by the requirements of the selected individual's educational institution.
The CCU provides investigative support in the seizure, acquisition, and analysis of digital evidence including digital device forensic examinations for the law enforcement community.
The CCU also has oversight over the statewide Michigan Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. The task force includes over 50 federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies who work together to investigate offenders who use the internet, online communication systems, or computer technology to sexually exploit children.
Students applying for this internship should have a strong understanding of digital forensics software and techniques, and interests in the digital forensics and criminal justice fields.
Required Education and Experience
The selected individual must be at least 18 years of age, be continuously enrolled in a digital forensics program at a post-secondary educational institution (with a minimum of six credit hours per term or semester, where they will receive credit for this internship), have a valid operator's license, and pass a fingerprint-based "Criminal Justice Information Systems" background check.
Additional Requirements and Information
During their internship with the CCU, the selected student will have an opportunity to:
• Participate in criminal investigations involving digital evidence.
• Learn about the forensic capture and analysis process for digital evidence.
• Analyze and compile data into formats needed for investigative tasks.
• Utilize specialized forensic software and equipment to support investigative actions.
• Prepare forensics reports regarding analyzed evidence.
• Provide educational training to end users on cyber security related topics.
**Due to the nature of this internship, it is likely that the selected student will be exposed to material that may be inappropriate, offensive, and sexual in nature.**
For questions regarding the CCU Non-Paid Internship, please contact D/Lt. Lauren Cetnor,
Application Process:
Application submission must include a cover letter, resume, official or unofficial college transcripts, and their educational institution's internship requirements. **If offered an internship opportunity an official copy will be requested.**
Your application must also include a completed , , and . All three forms must be attached to your NeoGov application when applying.
Official Transcripts:
As part of the application process, please upload an unofficial or official copy as an attachment. If offered an internship opportunity with the State of Michigan an official copy will be requested.
The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State of Michigan unpaid Intern positions do not include a comprehensive benefits plan.
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Why are you interested in an internship with the Michigan State Police Computer Crimes Unit (CCU)?
02
Which semester(s) are you applying for?

• Fall 2026
• Winter 2026

03
What educational or personal projects have you worked on recently that would be relevant to this internship?
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Are you currently enrolled in a digital forensics program at a post-secondary educational institution, with a minimum of six credit hours per term or semester?

• Yes
• No

05
Will your educational institution be providing you with college credit for this internship experience?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to commit 10 to 20 hours per week to this internship, which would be located at the Bridgeport Computer Crimes Unit office?

• Yes
• No

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Do you understand that this is an unpaid internship?

• Yes
• No

08
This internship takes place within an office where investigations involving child sexually abusive material (CSAM) occur. Although the position does not require reviewing such material, incidental exposure may occur. Are you able to work in an environment where this is a possibility?

• Yes
• No

09
Have you read, signed, and attached/submitted a PD-39 (Application for Internship) and PD-37 (Agreement for Provision of Unpaid Student Services to the Michigan Department of State Police)?

• Yes
• No

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Have you attached all of the required documents to this application package, including your academic transcripts and your educational institution's internship requirements? Failure to attach the required documents will result in your application being dismissed.

• Yes
• No

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