INTERN - SPRING 2027 - Law Enforcement Analyst

Turn data into intelligence. Discover how information helps solve problems and support investigations.

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Law Enforcement Analyst Intern to join our Intelligence Led Policing Unit. This internship offers the opportunity to see how data, research, and analytical thinking are used to support real-world law enforcement operations. Working alongside experienced analysts, you will assist with reviewing information from multiple sources, identifying crime patterns and emerging trends, researching criminal activity, and developing reports, bulletins, and other analytical products that help support investigative and operational decisions.

The ideal candidate is a curious, analytical student with an interest in criminal justice, intelligence analysis, research, data, or investigative work. They enjoy looking beyond the surface, identifying connections and patterns, and turning information into meaningful insights. Strong writing, computer, communication, and critical-thinking skills are important, along with attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain firsthand exposure to intelligence-led policing and learn how analysts transform information into actionable intelligence. You'll develop analytical and professional skills while gaining insight into crime analysis, investigative support, criminal intelligence, and the role data plays in helping law enforcement identify trends, establish priorities, and respond to emerging concerns.

Think you have an eye for patterns others might miss? Put your analytical skills to work and see law enforcement intelligence from a whole new perspective.

Required Application Documents: As part of the online application, applicants must upload verification of current enrollment, documentation confirming eligibility to receive academic credit for the internship, and contact information for their school internship liaison.”

Under the supervision of the Unit designee, the Intern will provide specific functions related to assigned location of internship. The Intern can expect an increasing amount of responsibility related to internship, while gaining professional work experience and first hand involvement with services that support the law enforcement community. The Intern observes and learns as the Law Enforcement Analyst carries out the following: 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Collects and analyzes data from agency sources to identify specific locations showing an increase in criminal activity for their assigned investigative discipline and uses that data to clearly identify the problem, offer possible causes for the problem, and potential solutions.
• Prepares oral briefings, written reports, and graphical depictions showing crime patterns and trends for their investigative component as well as develops response recommendations in detailed factual reports for use by agency management and field supervisors to evaluate investigative priorities and case development.
• Conducts daily review and analysis of information received from various internal and external sources and compiles that information to assist in detecting crime patterns and trends for the geographical area assigned and relay necessary information to the appropriate investigative component.
• Utilizes various law enforcement, criminal justice, and civilian databases to review the incarceration and release status of prolific offenders and identify said offenders who are living, working, or frequenting Pinellas County and have a substantial likelihood of reoffending and relaying that information to the appropriate investigator or agency component.
• Collects and analyzes data from agency sources to identify specific locations showing an increase in criminal activity for their assigned investigative discipline and uses that data to clearly identify the problem, offer possible causes for the problem, and potential solutions.
• Evaluates and analyzes criminal information to predict the capabilities, intentions, and vulnerabilities of criminal groups and makes recommendations for investigative strategies.
• Prepares oral briefings, written reports, and graphical depictions showing crime patterns and trends as well as develops response recommendations in detailed factual reports for use by agency management and field supervisors to evaluate investigative priorities and case development.
• Prepares bulletins regarding wanted or missing subjects or critical information regarding criminal activity for dissemination within and outside the agency.
• Evaluates and analyzes information from scholarly articles to assess pre-attack indicators and threat related trends.
• Identifies behavioral trends in law enforcement reports, providing statistics on the types of incident/offense reports which lead to a threat referral or assessment.

• Currently enrolled in Bachelor’s or Master’s level program 
• Minimum 2.5 G.P.A. 
• Minimum 18 years of age 
• Must have a valid driver’s license 
• Strong writing and interpersonal skills 
• Excellent computer skills 
• Ability to work independently or part of a team 
• Flexibility and ability to multi-task

This internship is intended for students seeking practical experience in a professional public safety environment. Successful candidates should demonstrate professionalism, dependability, effective communication skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work collaboratively with others.The physical abilities listed below are estimates of time spent during a typical work day to perform essential functions and responsibilities. Members in this position may be required to: 

• Sit up to 8 hours per day 
• Stand up to 1 hours per day 
• Walk up to 1 hours per day 
• Occasionally lift up to 10 lbs. 
• Occasionally bend, reach, or twist

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary