Announcing the FBI’s 2012 Volunteer Internship Program (VIP)

Applications accepted October 17 – 24, 2011 only

Apply online only at WWW.FBIJOBS.GOV

Volunteer Internship Program Overview
The FBI Volunteer Internship Program is an unpaid internship opportunity that offers undergraduates, graduates or post-doctorate students throughout the country an exciting insider's view of FBI operations and an opportunity to explore career opportunities within the Bureau. The Volunteer Internship Program brings students to work at select Field Office locations and FBI Headquarters in Washington, DC which begins on June 4, 2012 and ends on August 10, 2012. FBI Volunteer Interns will spend ten rewarding weeks in the summer working side-by-side with FBI employees on a whole array of organizational matters and in some instances important cases that are vital to the FBI mission. After completing a summer internship, volunteer internships opportunities are also available throughout the year at selected offices.

With few exceptions, interns will be assigned to the 56 field offices. It is crucial that candidates are aware that the travel and commuting costs are the sole responsibility of the student.

Students seeking academic credits from their school through the internship program must submit their request prior to the beginning of the internship.

No matter what career path you eventually choose, serving as an FBI Volunteer Intern will be an experience you will never forget, and one that will benefit you in all of your future endeavors.

Qualifications

§ Be a U.S. citizen

§ Attending a, college, or university that is accredited by one of the regional or national institutional associations recognized by the United States Secretary Education.

§ Undergraduate, Graduate or Post Doctorate Student currently enrolled. (A participant cannot be graduating before the program begins)

§ Minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) for a college student of 3.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 GPA scale, and be in good academic standing.

§ Be able to pass all the FBI employment background investigation requirements and receive a Top Secret Clearance.

Educational Disciplines
The FBI does not limit the applicant pool to any specific area of study. Internship applicants are drawn from a wide range of academic areas to include, but not limited to: Business Management, Accounting, Finance, Global Studies, English, International Relations Management, Computer Science, Information System Development, Integration Communications, Audio Development, Visual Arts, Education, Criminal Justice, International Studies, History, Journalism, Human Resources, Liberal Arts, Public Administration, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Archaeology, Art History, Anthropology, History, Law, and Law (Cultural Property). Master of Business Administration, Process Management, Organization Change Management, Organizational Psychology, Informational Technology, Criminology, Museum Studies, Archives, Library Science, Marketing, Advertising, Television and Public Relations.

How to Apply
Headquarters and Field Office locations may consider students for their identified positions all across the United States. This year we are asking that students apply to only one field office closest to their permanent address or to the school where they will be residing for the summer. (Multiple field office submissions will not be accepted.)

The 2012 Volunteer Internship Program application acceptance period is October 17 - 28, 2011. Candidates must apply and submit all documents online by October 28, 2011 (resume, unofficial transcripts, etc).

Selection Process

The FBI Internship Program is highly competitive. As part of the selection process, FBI representatives from each field office will arrange interviews with the most competitive candidates. Each field office will nominate a designated number of candidates and a Headquarters selection committee will make the final determination. Selections are based on academic achievement, area of study, life/work experiences, and the needs of the FBI. The FBI actively seeks women, minorities and persons with disabilities for participation in the Volunteer Internship Program

Thank you for encouraging qualified undergraduate and graduate students to apply!