| These words are often
expressed by new college graduates seeking to begin a
career with the Department of Correction. In recognition
of this dilemma, the department is embarking upon a new
program which will provide paid work experience of up to
40 hours per week for those students approaching their
senior year with criminal justice related majors. In recent years, the department has experienced difficulty with the recruitment and retention of qualified individuals with criminal justice education and experience. This internship program will enhance student readiness for the workplace by integrating academic study with practical work experience. The internship program will provide opportunities for students to gain work skills while finishing their education. It will also provide DOC with a more skilled pool of entry level professional employees. The program is slated to begin its first session May 15 and will last approximately 12 weeks. The program has been developed and will be administered by the department’s Workforce Utilization section with recruitment services and assistance provided by the Equal Employment Opportunities section of the Office of State Personnel. |
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