Counter Narcotics Alliance

The Counter Narcotics Alliance (CNA), a multi-jurisdictional drug task force operating in the Pima County and Greater Tucson area. The task force participating agencies include Tucson Police Department, Marana Police Department, University of Arizona Police Department, Pima County Sheriff’s Department, Drug Enforcement Administration, Homeland Security Investigation, and U.S. Customs & Border Protection. CNA is an investigative initiative that works to reduce the rate of crime associated with drug trafficking and drugs use. In addition, CNA’s conducts interdiction operations and financial investigations when appropriate.

Internship Available

  • Summer (must be full summer)
  • Fall
  • Spring

Deadlines

Interns should submit their application at least 6 months before the start of their internships. Three interns are accepted per semester.

Internship Description: Unpaid

The intern will work at the general direction and guidance of the CNA Finance Supervisor to provide finance and budget support, and investigative case related activities in support of the CNA mission. In addition, the intern may observe various units throughout the task force.

Purpose of the internship

The internship will allow for the student to gain administrative experiences among a diverse group of law enforcement agencies. While providing investigative case exposure to real life drug crime situations tackled by law enforcement each and every day, in its efforts to keep our community safe.

Agency minimum qualifications

2.0 GPA, sophomore status or above, at least one semester at UA. No Felony Convictions, Valid Driver’s License, and No Criminal or Drug Abuse History.

How to apply

To apply, please contact Deborah Brown, Deborah.brown@tucsonaz.gov for applicant questionnaire.

Sponsor Organization
Counter Narcotics Alliance