Are you interested in a career in criminal analysis or law enforcement? If so, check out this Homeland Security Investigations program!

Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is the largest investigative agency of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. HSI is a vital United States asset in combating criminal organizations exploiting America’s trade, travel and financial systems. HSI’s workforce includes special agents, intelligence research specialists, technical enforcement officers, computer forensics analysts, seized property specialists, auditors, and administrative staff. Its men and women are assigned to cities throughout the U.S. and to offices around the world.

Student Volunteer Internship

HSI recruits interns from a wide variety of educational backgrounds. The Student Volunteer Internship provides unpaid opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students, who want to develop their professional skills, exposure to law enforcement, and explore career paths within HSI. Students may enroll in a internship course to earn academic credit upon successful completion of the program. The Spring 2025 program will take place in Baltimore, Cambridge, or Frederick, MD. Students must have private transportation and two days a week with no class conflicts to fully benefit from the program.

Eligibility Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Be at least 16-years old
  • Be enrolled at least half-time in a degree-seeking program
  • Have at least 30 undergraduate credits
  • Pass background investigation

Selection Criteria

  • Academic achievement
  • Work experience
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Interest in HSI’s mission and careers

Application Materials

  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Academic transcript
  • Enrollment verification

Submit your application to HSIBaltimore.Recruitment@hsi.dhs.gov

Application Deadline: Oct 2, 2024 5:00 PM (Incomplete or late applications will not be considered)

Note: Those selected for interviews will be notified very shortly after the deadline.