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Internships

Learn more about internship opportunities with the King County Sheriff's Office.

King County Sheriff's Office internship opportunity! 

Overview

The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) offers an internship program for college students interested in criminal justice, government operations, and law enforcement. This unpaid internship is designed to give students real-world exposure to the inner workings of a large law enforcement agency while developing practical workplace skills and earning academic credit.

Interns support administrative projects within KCSO units and gain a behind-the-scenes look at how the agency operates. While this is not a field-based internship, interns may have opportunities to participate in enrichment experiences such as ride-alongs, unit tours, training exercises, and job shadowing.

Internship Details

  • Eligibility: Applicants must be at least 18 years old and currently enrolled in college-level courses. Students should consult their academic advisor to confirm internship and academic credit requirements.
  • Work Environment: Internships are administrative in nature and take place in an office setting. Interns assist with projects and tasks that support KCSO operations.
  • Enrichment Opportunities: Depending on availability, interns may participate in ride-alongs, unit tours, training exercises, and job shadowing experiences.
  • Scheduling: This is a part-time internship opportunity, with schedules based on unit needs, student availability, and academic requirements. Flexible scheduling may be available; however, evening and weekend hours are typically not offered.

How to apply

  • Review and initial automatic disqualifier document

    Confirm none of these disqualifiers apply.  Download and initial.  

    Automatic disqualifiers

  • Complete internship application

    Download and sign. 

    Internship application

  • Submit

    A complete application packet must include:

    1. Current resume
    2. Completed internship application
    3. Automatic disqualifier document - reviewed and initialed.

    Email all three to:  kcsohr@kingcounty.gov