Agency Description
Adult probation is a court-ordered alternative to incarceration that allows individuals convicted of a crime to remain in the community under the supervision of a probation officer. The goal of adult probation is to support rehabilitation, promote lawful behavior, and protect public safety. Individuals on probation must follow specific conditions set by the court, which may include regular check-ins with a probation officer, drug testing, counseling, community service, employment requirements, and avoiding further legal trouble. Probation officers monitor compliance, provide resources and guidance, and may report violations to the court when necessary. This system serves as both a support network and a method of accountability for individuals working to reintegrate into society.
Internship Available
- Summer
- Fall
- Spring
Deadline: Apply two months before the work plan deadline
Internship Description
Observe court practices from the beginning of a case through sentencing. Internship will explore pre-trial supervision, pre-sentence report writing, court unit observation, and supervision of clients on probation; to include conducting ride-alongs with probation staff. Initially, all interns will be exposed to each element and then can focus on a track that meets their career interests.
- Assist with court preparation
- Data entry, filing copies of documents
- Observe day-to-day operations and interactions with offenders involved in the court system
Purpose of the Internship
The purpose of this internship with Adult Probation is to gain practical, hands-on experience in the criminal justice system by supporting probation officers in their efforts to supervise and rehabilitate adult offenders.
- Pre-trial supervision
- Pre-sentence writing
- Supervision best practice
How to Apply
Complete application and cover letter email materials to pinalapdchief@pinal.gov Background check will be completed if selected.
Application - https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:va6c2:d1eb3e8c-5046-47b4-9d4f-45f94dc1b87f
Expected Contact: We will contact you via email approximately two weeks after the posted deadline if you have been selected to participate in an interview.
Contact Person: Chief Probation Officer John Fuery - pinalapdchief@pinal.gov