San Diego Police Department - Internship - Unpaid

Information Technology:  San Diego Police Department

Information Technology Internship - 4 Unpaid (Volunteers)

Information System technology can be defined as the study, design, implementation, support, or management of computer-based information systems.  This internship is intended to prepare students for their first job in information systems, which is normally as a systems analyst. In this job, you will study problems, design solutions, and implement those solutions using information technology.

Internship Title: San Diego Police Department Information Technology Internship

Department Name: San Diego Police Department

Number of Internships Available:  4

Format: In-person

Address: San Diego Police Headquarters, 1401 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101

General Schedule/Hours per week: Require a minimum 12 hours per week in the office Monday thru Friday face-to-face during school May 2025 through April 2026.  Options to work during school breaks (in between semesters/quarters).  Will need approval from Intern Supervisor.

Internship duration:  Varies

Internship Requirements:  To apply, submit the completed online application, your resume, a letter of interest, to include area of interest, and transcripts.  Our internship is an unpaid position and will require a minimum of 12 hours per week in the office face-to-face.  Shifts are open from Monday through Friday.  Interns will assist current SDPD Information Services Analysts (Police IT).  

Learning Goals:

Goal 1 - Each intern will be given at least one specific project that involves analytical thinking tasks.   
Goal 2 - Gain work experience at the city with a minimum number of hours per week in an office environment.
Goal 3 – Develop and present a project to showcase a short-term project that you completed.
Goal 4 - Complete at least one City job application online for a job of interest, along with appropriate resume, cover letter, and references.
Goal 5 - Connect with at least one new mentor at the city who is doing a job that has interest for you.

** Interested Candidates must be currently enrolled in an academic program. Preferred interns will be enrolled in or completed an Information Systems based program.  Applicants will have to undergo a background and polygraph examination in order to work in the Information Technology Unit. **

Please check for updates, as information is subject to change.

Tasks may include a wide range of responsibilities, which can include:

• • Learn how to use and assist in Mobile device management.
  • Assist in Technology equipment management.
  • Opportunity to analyze data and to recommend improvements to existing systems or processes.
  • Assist and learn how to set up new computers, networks, and software for new employees in an office environment.
  • Learn how to use different Remote Technologies.
  • Learn how to collect, analyze, and store data for use in reports.
  • Assist in supporting the maintenance of existing computer systems, including how to troubleshoot problems with hardware and software.
  • Learn and assist with computer network security by scanning for vulnerabilities and viruses.