The internship experience in the School of Criminology, Criminal Justice and Legal Studies at GVSU is designed to provide students an opportunity to apply their academic experiences to a practical, professional setting.  This internship experience also provides students the opportunity to network and explore career opportunities in the field of criminal justice.

Advantages to participating in an Internship:

• Provide experience you can apply to a job resume or discuss at an interview.
• Develop recommendations and references you can use on a job resume.
• Provide practical academic, personal, and professional growth.
• Build your professional network.
• Opportunity to demonstrate what you know and apply course work, both to a prospective employer, and to yourself.
• Opportunity to test your compatibility with your chosen field and discover your career passion.  
• Gain valuable experience and develop relationships with professionals and community leaders.

According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), An internship is a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting. Internships give students the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience and make connections in professional fields they are considering for career paths; and give employers the opportunity to guide and evaluate talent.

School of Criminal Justice