The Office of Victim Services provides victim-focused and victim-friendly services to crime victims and survivors, and Restorative Justice opportunities for offenders to be involved in victim-focused activities that will help them understand the impact of their criminal conduct on crime victims. The office also provides victim services to ADC staff.
Internship Available
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
Deadlines
Students should apply at least 3 months prior to their internship start date.
Agency Minimum Qualifications
Major in Criminal Justice, Behavioral Health/Social Work or a field related to victim services
Internship Description
An unpaid internship is available working directly with staff in the Office of Victim Services located in downtown Phoenix.=
Purpose of the Internship
This opportunity will provide you an understanding about the criminal justice system, court procedures,and victim’s rights. As an Intern, you will gain experience assisting crime victims and families during the post-conviction stage. You will acquire hands on experience with the day-to-day operations of the Office of Victim Services including assistance with victims at the parole hearings, notification to victims, research, compiling statistics, and office procedural work. In addition, you will have the flexibility to attend court hearings, trainings, network with collaborative agencies, and tour prisonsand other agency Victim Services departments.
Additional Information
Applicants will be fingerprinted and pass a criminal background check prior to acceptance into the program. This process generally takes 2-4 weeks.<
To Apply
Visit AZStatejobs.gov.
Internships are unpaid and may not be available for all requests. Students may be asked to participate in an interview prior to placement.
Contact Person
Kelly Smith, Internship Coordinator: 602-255-2436