Summer Intern - Police Recruiting & Social Media
City of Chesapeake Virginia, Chesapeake, VA, United States
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Summer 2026 internships begin on or after
May 4, 2026 . The length of the internship may vary depending on the student’s availability. The student may work up to 20 hours per week for a maximum of 240 hours.
Students will be limited to one internship per school year.
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Job Type: Seasonal/Substitute
Posting Type: Intern
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: POLICE
Division: POLICE SUPPORT
Requisition Number: 2026117
Number of hours worked per week: Up to 20
Work Schedule:
Up to 20 hours per week; Flexible hours between 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: O - Occasional
Pay: $17/hour
Job Description Recruiting and Social Media Intern
Join the Chesapeake Police Department and gain hands‑on experience in recruiting, marketing, and social media outreach. As a Recruiting and Social Media Intern, you will assist the department’s recruiter with outreach efforts, help create social media content, and support administrative tasks within the Background Investigations Unit.
What You’ll Do:
Assist the department recruiter at recruiting events and outreach activities.
Design advertisements and social media posts for platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
Assist with filming or photographing department personnel during training, events, or daily duties for recruitment content.
Follow up with potential applicants through phone calls and email communication.
Assist detectives with compiling required documentation for applicants.
Ensure applicant information is accurately maintained in tracking spreadsheets.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Interest in social media and digital content creation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism
Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for the following:
Providing their own transportation to and from work.
Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the worksite supervisor.
Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the worksite supervisor in an efficient manner.
Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
Conforming to the guidelines of the internship worksite.
Preferred Qualifications
Pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional and confidential environment.
The ideal candidate is a junior, senior, or graduate student who is enrolled in an accredited college or university, or recently graduated within one year of graduation.
Job Open Date: 03/16/2026
Job Close Date: 03/30/2026
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May 4, 2026 . The length of the internship may vary depending on the student’s availability. The student may work up to 20 hours per week for a maximum of 240 hours.
Students will be limited to one internship per school year.
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Job Type: Seasonal/Substitute
Posting Type: Intern
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: POLICE
Division: POLICE SUPPORT
Requisition Number: 2026117
Number of hours worked per week: Up to 20
Work Schedule:
Up to 20 hours per week; Flexible hours between 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: O - Occasional
Pay: $17/hour
Job Description Recruiting and Social Media Intern
Join the Chesapeake Police Department and gain hands‑on experience in recruiting, marketing, and social media outreach. As a Recruiting and Social Media Intern, you will assist the department’s recruiter with outreach efforts, help create social media content, and support administrative tasks within the Background Investigations Unit.
What You’ll Do:
Assist the department recruiter at recruiting events and outreach activities.
Design advertisements and social media posts for platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
Assist with filming or photographing department personnel during training, events, or daily duties for recruitment content.
Follow up with potential applicants through phone calls and email communication.
Assist detectives with compiling required documentation for applicants.
Ensure applicant information is accurately maintained in tracking spreadsheets.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Interest in social media and digital content creation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism
Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for the following:
Providing their own transportation to and from work.
Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the worksite supervisor.
Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the worksite supervisor in an efficient manner.
Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
Conforming to the guidelines of the internship worksite.
Preferred Qualifications
Pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional and confidential environment.
The ideal candidate is a junior, senior, or graduate student who is enrolled in an accredited college or university, or recently graduated within one year of graduation.
Job Open Date: 03/16/2026
Job Close Date: 03/30/2026
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