GOCPP Fall 2024 Internship Program

The Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention & Policy (GOCPP) serves as a coordinating office that advises the Governor on criminal justice strategies. GOCPP plans, promotes, and funds efforts with government entities, private organizations, and the community to advance public policy, enhance public safety, reduce crime and serve victims.

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Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy

The Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP) seeks candidates for the Fall 2024 internship program. We are seeking dedicated students with an interest in criminal justice and public service. GOCPP is Maryland's one-stop shop for resources to improve public safety outcomes.

Program Highlights:

Outcomes or skills learned throughout this program include developing work habits and attitudes necessary for career success, receiving informal feedback and mentoring from their supervisor, developing communication, interpersonal, and other critical skills necessary for success in the workforce and building a record of professional work experience in the public sector.

Please reach out to dlinfo_goccp@maryland.gov or Melissa.bitting@maryland.gov if you have any questions or need assistance.

Enrolled in one of the following college degree programs:  Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or related degree.  

Must be a Junior or higher-level student, with a minimum of 60 credit hours completed.

• Possess a demonstrated interest in criminal justice-related subjects.
• Have a strong desire to engage and learn about the criminal justice system and public safety.
• Possess excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Be detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.