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Criminal Justice Program
270 Millett Hall
Phone (937) 775-
2582
Tracey Steele, Director
Michael Norris, Assistant Director
Mary Zurawka, Administrative Specialist

 

Internship Information

Criminal Justice students are required to complete one 4-credit hour internship, but may complete up to three 4-credit hour internships. Students should meet with an internship director at least one or more quarters before registering.  Internships can be taken through either Political Science, Sociology or Urban Affairs/Geography.

Political Science/PLS 484, Paul Leonard, 323 Millett Hall, (937) 775-2915 

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Urban Affairs & Geography/URS 492, Dr. Jack Dustin, 225 Millett Hall, (937) 775-2941                                             - or -

Sociology/SOC 433, Dr. Jim Adamitis, 289 Millett Hall, (937) 775-2582

STEPS BEFORE REGISTERING FOR SOC 433:  (Math 145 must be completed.)

STEP 1:  Complete online application form.

SOC 433 Application Form.  You will need your UID number to log in.  https://www.wright.edu/cgi-bin/cola/soc_anth/internship.cgi

STEP 2:  Complete resume template.

SOC 433  Resume Template:  Use this template to assist in completing your resume which you need to bring with you to your appointment with Dr. Adamitis. Template Internship Resume 2010

STEP 3:  Schedule an appointment with Dr. Adamitis, (937) 775-2667.

SOC 433 Internship Policies and ProceduresInternships Procedure

Internship Waiver & Assumption of Risk FormInternship Waiver Assump of Risk

For more info check out S0C433_Flyer

All this is explained on the following video hosted by the

SOC 433 Internship Coordinator, Dr. Jim Adamitis WSU_Internship

It  is never too late   to be   what you might have been !

 

NOTE:  Background Checks, Drug/Alcohol screening will typically be required for Internship placement.  Previous convictions could hinder this process and/or future employment within this career field.  If you have a concern, be sure to notify your advisor so it can be discussed.  Given how strictly agencies screen applicants, if you have a drug/alcohol dependency or previous record you should likely reconsider a career path in criminal justice. 

  • Convictions of any crimes of violence, or sex offenses - including misdemeanors
  • Serious felony charges that became misdemeanor convictions through plea deals
  • Marijuana use within two years; Marijuana sale within 8 years
  • Sale or use of illicit drug of any other type, including steroids, within 8 years
  • Prescription drug abuse within 8 years
  • Convictions for flee/elude, resisting arrest or any other crimes which show a contempt or lack of respect for the law or law enforcement officers
  • Defendant on a protection order
  • Active warrant or capias

 

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