Intern, Outreach, Training & Prevention (OTP)

Title:                       Intern - Outreach, Training & Prevention (OTP)
Location:                Alexandria, Virginia & partially virtual
Division:                Content & Community Engagement
Department:          Outreach, Training & Prevention 
Semester:              Spring 2023

NOTE:
If the application deadline date has been reached and positions are still posted, please continue to apply as positions are still available and we are still accepting applications.
 

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

• Internship will be combination of in office and virtual
• MUST be local and willing to travel to headquarters location in Alexandria, Virginia for fingerprinting process
• Minimum of one day a week in office for internship
• Must have own laptop, computer, etc. (Jabber will be provided for phone calls)
• Must be experienced in Microsoft Office Suite

HOURS:

A minimum of 16 hours per week until May 2023, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Intern will help the Outreach, Training and Prevention Team (OTP) with the following duties:

• Communicate with public safety officials and maintain Excel spreadsheets for the Missing Kids Readiness Program (MKRP)
• Research and other support related to outreach, training and prevention data analysis, needs assessment, program evaluation, planning and records maintenance.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Must currently have or working towards an undergraduate or Master’s Degree or other advanced degree related to Criminal Justice, Forensic Psychology, Sociology, Adult Education/Training or a related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Demonstrated ability to analyze written materials
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as a part of a team
• Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information
• An interest and/or knowledge in crimes against children is a plus
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams and Zoom

 

SALARY: 

Internships are unpaid; however Interns will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge and hands-on experience and will receive academic credit through an approved program of their college/university. Other training, community outreach and prevention program research and support projects as needed.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.