Paid Summer Internship (10 weeks)
Hourly Pay: $20.00, 19 hours/week

Application Deadline: May 1, 2026

Perform work related to college studies and career goals; complete assigned duties under the direction of a Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office professional staff member to gain career-oriented knowledge and experience.
Overview:
The purpose of this internship is to provide interns with a comprehensive look at the various areas within the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office. The interns will be assigned to different departments, including recruiting, community engagement, human resources, and more. No week will look the same in this dynamic and immersive internship.
Essential Job Functions:
• Assist in designated areas across divisions.
• Assist in various outreach initiatives  (MCSO Community Engagement) throughout Mecklenburg County.
• Participate in ride-a longs to gain firsthand experience of the Deputy Sheriff field duties.
•Answer phones and manage administrative tasks in varies areas.
• Filing paperwork, scanning files, and maintaining file room records.
• Support administrative operations in the detention facility.
• Observation of the court system and the judicial process.
Work Environment:
Interns will experience a fluctuating work environment, ranging from an office setting with moderate noise to outdoor settings.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be currently enrolled in or a recent graduate (within 12 months of graduation) at an accredited university.
Requirements:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to different environments and tasks.
• Interest in law enforcement and community engagement.
• Organized and detail oriented.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter detailing their interest in the internship, and unofficial transcript, along with completing a county application.
Internship Start/End Date: May 27, 2026- August 4, 2026
Contact Information:
For more information, please contact Sgt. D. Wilson at (980) 314-5887
Disclaimer Statement:
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
Mecklenburg County is a drug-free workplace. All interns are subject to a drug test as part of the application process and may be tested randomly throughout the internship.