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Intern Forensic Fingerprint Expert Jobs (NOW HIRING)

AFIS Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$17.25 - $21/hr

BCI also provides expert criminal investigative services to local, state, and federal law ... Experienced special agents, forensic scientists, and other law enforcement experts' staff BCI ...

Complex Care Expert

Cooperstown, NY · On-site

$61K - $72K/yr

... Health Home, forensic mental health, or hospital discharge planning; experience working with ... include a fingerprint check, to determine suitability for appointment. Failure to meet the ...

... fingerprint, or session ID. Perform Log & SIEM Analysis for web and payment logs to detect at a ... provide expert testimony or detailed reports as needed or required. Conduct forensic readiness ...

... fingerprint, or session ID. Perform Log & SIEM Analysis for web and payment logs to detect at a ... provide expert testimony or detailed reports as needed or required. Conduct forensic readiness ...

Crime Scene Technician

GA · On-site

$45K/yr

Forensics-Crime Lab Opening Date: 08/19/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Summary The Crime Scene ... Appears in court as an expert witness and gives depositions and testimony. * Reviews, evaluates ...

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How much do intern forensic fingerprint expert jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern forensic fingerprint expert in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Intern Forensic Fingerprint Expert vs Forensic Laboratory Technician?

AspectIntern Forensic Fingerprint ExpertForensic Laboratory Technician
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding a degree in forensic science, criminal justice, or related fieldAssociate's or bachelor's degree in forensic science, biology, or chemistry often preferred
Work EnvironmentInternship setting within forensic labs, focusing on fingerprint analysisLaboratory setting performing various forensic tests, including fingerprint processing
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by law enforcement agencies and forensic labs for training and entry-level analysisEmployed in forensic labs for routine testing and evidence processing

The Intern Forensic Fingerprint Expert is primarily a training role focused on developing fingerprint analysis skills, often held by students or recent graduates. In contrast, the Forensic Laboratory Technician performs broader forensic testing, including fingerprint processing, with more hands-on responsibilities. Both roles are essential in forensic investigations but differ in experience level and scope of work.

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Infographic showing various Intern Forensic Fingerprint Expert job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.

$17.25 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

What you'll do:
The Ohio Attorney General's Office is currently seeking a AFIS Operator in the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) Section. This position will report to the BCI Headquarters daily, London, OH. The Bureau of Criminal Investigation, known as BCI, is the state's official crime lab serving the criminal justice community and protecting Ohio families. BCI also provides expert criminal investigative services to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies upon request. With offices throughout the state, BCI stands ready to respond 24/7 to local law enforcement agencies' needs at no cost to the requesting agency.
Staff at BCI work every day to provide the highest level of service. This includes special agents who are on call 24/7 to offer investigative assistance at crime scenes, knowledgeable scientists and forensic specialists using cutting-edge technology to process evidence to bring criminals to justice, and criminal intelligence analysts and identification specialists who help local law enforcement solve cases. Experienced special agents, forensic scientists, and other law enforcement experts' staff BCI's three main divisions: 1) Identifications 2) Investigations and 3) Laboratory.
The duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:
  • Processes either civilian or criminal information using Automated Fingerprint Identification System (CAFIS).
  • Enters information into AFIS using multiple input devices (i.e., keyboard, bar code reader/printer, scanner).
  • Opens mail and prepares civilian or criminal fingerprint cards for scanning, scans fingerprint, enters demographic information from fingerprint cards and files the cards accordingly.
  • Enters demographic information from applicant fingerprint cards and enters demographic information for updated background checks.
  • Generates and prepares various documents and applicant letters for mailing.
  • Retrieves data from Computerized Criminal History (CCH) and Interstate Identification Index (III).
  • Trains other AFIS operators on the various Identification systems and processes.
  • Contacts/provides information to the Quality Assurance unit with information regarding data submitted from agencies that need correction or agencies that need training. If in the Civilian Unit:
  • Submits Webcheck (electronic background check) transactions for walk in applicants.
  • Answers phone calls from the public regarding applicant background checks.
  • Responds to questions from walk-in constituents.
If in the Criminal Unit:
  • Researches and verifies accuracy of demographic and arrest record information.
  • Researches disputes, pulls files, and verifies applicant and/or arrest or disposition information.
  • Answers and makes phone inquiries regarding arrest information and court dispositions.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:
  • Medical Coverage
  • Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
  • Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
  • Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
  • Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
  • Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and in writing and speaking common English vocabulary; 12 months experience or 12 months training in use of AFIS or CCH equipment or equivalent; typing skill of 45 words per minute.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above
Job Skills: Clerical/data entry, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Collaboration, Responsiveness, Results Oriented

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About Ohio Department of Aging

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The Ohio Department of Aging, based in Columbus, OH, US, is within the healthcare and service industry, primarily serving older individuals and their care providers throughout the state. As a state government agency, its key role is to ensure the provision of quality services and supports that assist older Ohioans to live healthier, safer and more productive lives. The department functions through the official website, ohio.gov. It was established with a mission to position the State of Ohio on the leading edge of solution-driven innovation for the challenges and opportunities presented by Ohio's rapidly aging population.

Industry

Public administration

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Columbus, OH, US