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Overview of the Department:

Internship Training

The Marion Superior Court Probation Department, Adult Services Division, serves all adult misdemeanor and felony probationers in Marion County processed through 21 courts. The Department employs more than 100 probation officers and supervises approximately 11.000 offenders, making it the largest probation department in the state of Indiana. Probation officers are assigned to one of three areas: intake, presentence investigations, or casework.

Primary Goal of the Internship Program:


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The primary goal of the internship program of the Marion Superior Court Probation Department is to expose future professionals to the criminal justice system and the functions of probation in Indiana and Marion County. This learning opportunity focuses on observation and practical experience in the three areas in which probation officers are assigned. Supervision of interns is provided by senior officers in an attempt to significantly contribute to the development of the student.

Possible Internship Duties and Responsibilities:

Initially, interns spend much of the time observing the various tasks of probation officers. As the intern's skill level increases, he/she will have the opportunity to complete the tasks under the direction of a senior officer

Presentence Investigations:

  • Observe and participate in conducting presentence investigation interviews with offenders who are awaiting sentencing.
  • Assist in verifying information for reports utilizing collateral sources.
  • Assist in contacting victims in order to determine appropriate restitution and
    statutory victim-impact statements.

Casework:

  • Participate in interviews conducted in the office, probationer's home, or employment site.
  • Gain experience in court proceedings.
  • Learn how to complete various court documents including discharges, modifications of probation, and violations of probation.

Internship Requirements:

  • Junior or Senior status in a criminal justice program or related field of study (Senior status is preferred).
  • Although full-time internships are preferred, part-time scheduling can be arranged. (Minimum of 15 hrs per week)
  • Intern must be able to work either three 5 hour days, or two 7.5 hour days
  • All internship candidates are subject to a criminal records check and verification of references.
  • Internships are unpaid