2026 Winter Internship SSB / FSD / Marquette Lab (Unpaid)

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2026 Winter Internship - SSB / FSD / Marquette Lab (Unpaid)

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2026 Winter Internship - SSB / FSD / Marquette Lab (Unpaid)



Salary


$0.00 Hourly



Location


Marquette, MI




Job Type


Internship - Non Paid



Job Number


5501-26005-JG




Department


State Police



Opening Date


10/21/2025




Closing Date


10/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern



Bargaining Unit


N/A





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Job Description





The Michigan State Police (MSP) department provides 24-hour statewide quality police service for the safety and protection of the people and their property in the state of Michigan.

Its primary responsibilities are to reduce the opportunities for crime, to reduce traffic accidents through diligent and fair enforcement of the laws of the state and to act as the first responder to any citizen's needs that can be addressed through the resources of the criminal justice system.



A semester-long internship with the Marquette Forensic Laboratory will offer exposure to multiple disciplines of forensic science.

The program will expose students to evidence handling, chain of custody, and the specific functions of each discipline to demonstrate how those processes aid in criminal investigations.

The program will conclude with a Case Capstone Presentation.

This program will be without monetary inducement and for academic class credit in accordance with LOM 1.13 (Interns and Volunteers).

It will be the responsibility of the internship candidate to ensure that they receive academic credit for their experience.

The Michigan State Police is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace that accepts, respects, and values the unique contributions of everyone.

We are actively looking for individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, and who reflect the communities we serve.

Our members are expected to perform their tasks and duties in a bias-free manner, ensuring all persons are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.

Join us as we help build a Michigan where everyone feels safe and secure.




Required Education and Experience

At the time of internship, must be currently enrolled in a undergraduate or graduate program.

Alternate Education and Experience


N/A

Additional Requirements and Information

This position requires passing a criminal history background check , drug screen, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.



Candidates for the internship program at the Marquette Forensic Laboratory will meet the following organizational and laboratory requirements:
• College junior or senior with a degree track in a natural or physical science.

Criminal Justice students are not eligible unless pursuing additional studies in a natural or physical science.


• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.


• Citizen of the United States at the time of application or international students with a valid student visa are also eligible to apply.


• Has a valid operator’s or chauffeur’s license without restrictions (except corrective lenses).


• Does not have a history of criminal convictions or excessive civil infraction violations.


• Has completed the Hepatitis B vaccination series by the start of the program.


• Ability to pass a fingerprint check.


• Ability to comply with a confidentiality agreement.


• Must submit a DNA sample if selected for the program.



The supplemental questions shall be used in conjunction with thePD-039 (Application for Internship), andPD-037 (Agreement for Provision of Unpaid Student Services to the Michigan Department of State Police).

All students applying for an internship program with the MSP Forensic Science Division shall answer all provided questions and attach/submit the completed PD-039 and PD-037, a resume, and a signed cover letter to the Internship posting you are interested in pursuing.



In addition, a recommendation letter from a college or university faculty member shall be submitted, either via email tooravetzburlingL@michigan.gov (oravetzL@michigan.gov) or by US mail, to the Marquette Forensic Laboratory, Attn: F/S Lisa Oravetz, 1924 Industrial Parkway, Marquette, MI 49855.

Note: The recommendation letter shall be sent by the faculty member (not the applicant) directly to F/S Lisa Oravetz.

All applicants selected for interview will be required to complete a (CJIS-008) Background Check Request form at the interview appointment.



Official Transcripts:
As part of the application process, please upload an unofficial or official copy as an attachment.

If offered an internship opportunity with the State of Michigan an official copy will be requested.










Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.





State of Michigan unpaid Intern positions do not include a comprehensive benefits plan.






01

MSPCRIMHST - Please check all that apply.



+ Convicted of a felony (provide date, offense, location and disposition below)

+ Convicted of a misdemeanor (provide date, offense, location and disposition below)

+ Felony criminal charges are pending (please explain below)

+ None



02

MSPCRIMHST1 - If Yes, please describe each with the respective date, offense, location, and disposition.

If not applicable, please indicate N/A.





03

Are you doing an internship for college credit?



+ Yes

+ No



04

If yes, what kind of requirements do you need to fulfill?





05

Why do you want to be an intern?





06

This lab is contacted by dozens of prospective interns every semester.

How do you think your role as an intern would benefit this Michigan State Police Forensic Laboratory?





07

A background check, including a fingerprint search, will be completed prior to internship approval and selection.

Do you have any issues that may prevent you from passing a background check (i.e., arrests, felony convictions, drug abuse, etc.)?



+ Yes

+ No



08

If you answered yes to the above question, please explain.





09

As an intern you will be required to provide proof you have had a Hepatitis B vaccination series before you begin.

Will this be a problem?



+ Yes

+ No



10

Do you have any instrumentation background, i.e., GC/MS, FTIR, DNA instruments?



+ Yes

+ No



11

If you do have any instrumentation background, list which instruments.





12

This position may involve going to a crime scene or an autopsy.

Do you have a problem with this?



+ Yes

+ No



13

What expectations do you have in participating in the Michigan State Police Forensic Science Division's internship program?





14

What are your career goals?





15

Do you mind being assigned simple tasks, (i.e., typing, filing, answering phones, etc)?



+ Yes

+ No



16

All interns are required to submit a DNA sample for the DNA Index.

Do you have a problem with this?



+ Yes

+ No



17

Have you read, signed, and attached/submitted a PD-039 (Application for Internship) and PD-037 (Agreement for Provision of Unpaid Student Services to the Michigan Department of State Police) within the attachment section of your application?



+ Yes

+ No



18

MSPDOCS - Have you attached all of the following required documents within the attachments section of your application?

+ Cover letter/memo

+ Resume

+ Official Transcript

+ Letter of Recommendation

Failure to attach the required documents to your application will result in your application being screened out.



+ Yes

+ No


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Employer

State of Michigan



Department

State Police

Address

MSPJobs@michigan.gov
7150 Harris Drive
Dimondale, Michigan, 48821



Phone

517-284-3175



Website

https://www.michigan.gov/mspjobs/civilian-careers



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