NCDPS Experiential Rotational Internship - Juvenile Justice (Spring 2026)

Are you a college student or a recent college graduate seeking an internship for the Spring 2026 semester? If so, continue reading to learn more about this exciting part-time paid opportunity with the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS).

This is an Experiential Rotational Internship which offers students an opportunity to rotate through various sections within Juvenile Justice. The NC DPS Rotational Internship Program period is from Monday, January 26, 2026, to Thursday, April 2, 2026.

The mission of Juvenile Justice is to reduce and prevent juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we welcome you to be part of the team.

Job Description

This position is part-time (up to 30 hours per week) and the rate of pay is $15.00 per hour. The work schedule is Monday-Thursday between the hours of 8 am -5 pm. 

Interns will be hired through Temporary Solutions, which operates as the State’s temporary employment agency.   As a temporary position, there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.    

The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.    

All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteer work, and full-time and part-time employment. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources.   

Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.   

Management Preferences -

Must be currently enrolled in college or have recently graduated from college. Note: "Recent" graduates are those who have graduated within the last 6 months.

Must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree (or a recent graduate) in one of the following fields: criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, or human service-related programs.

Must have a GPA of at least 2.5 (Please upload your unofficial transcript).

Please attach an Unofficial Transcript to your application. (Note: The transcript must include your name, courses/major, GPA, and the name of the college/university.)

References will be requested at the time of the interview.

NOTE: Please make sure your application is complete before submitting because the system will not allow you to reapply.
NOTE:  Interns must consent to a background check and fingerprinting OR consent to agency onboarding requirements.

Additional Job Description

Must be a current college student (graduate or undergraduate) pursuing a degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, or human service-related programs OR a recent college graduate (within the last 6 months) with a degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, or human service-related field