Internship and Explorer Programs

Internship Program

Join the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office as an Intern

The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to offer paid internship opportunities to students interested in exploring a career in the field of criminal justice.

The Enforcement Operations Bureau, Custody Operations Bureau, Administration, and the Coroner’s Unit have projects available that will enhance your ability to explore opportunities for diverse and rewarding career paths. There are both sworn and non-sworn, or professional positions within the Sheriff’s Office with career opportunities.

By participating in an internship program you will enhance your education and obtain first-hand knowledge of how laws are applied, how law enforcement organizations are administered and how personnel effectively work to serve the residents of Monterey County.

Should you choose to pursue a career in law enforcement, your internship experience will be helpful to you in the following ways: Determine which classification is the right fit for you! Give you first-hand knowledge as you go through the application and interview process. Create a network of professionals to help you in your chosen field

The Sheriff’s Office is committed to giving back to the communities we serve. The Internship Program is one of the ways we can help serve and is structured to meet the needs of the intern.

For more information please contact the Intern Program managers’ email at: 230-InternProgram@countyofmonterey.gov

Please see our open internships on this page. Make sure to include a cover letter describing how an internship will assist you with your career goals and a copy of your most recent college transcripts.

Current Openings

Unfortunately, we do not have any positions that we are accepting applications for. Please bookmark this page as it is continuously updated with our active internship openings. Out of all of the amazing public safety agencies out there, we are grateful that you are interested in our agency. We hope that you’ll apply for positions at our department, sometime in the future.