Internships

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an internship?

An internship is a two-part practical course that includes both a placement with a forensically-related agency and a small research project. A minimum of 200 hours of work must be completed to meet the requirements of this six credit course.

Do I have to spend 200 hours at the placement agency?

No. The 200 hours includes all aspects of the course including library research, the experiment, and the writing of the final report. It is up to the student and the placement supervisor to work out attendance at the agency, but it is not unreasonable to expect to spend at least one full day per week there.

If I am on an internship placement, do I get paid?

No. Your attendance at the placment agency is for the purposes of completing a university course. If, however, the agency wishes to hire you, both parties are free to enter into an employer/employee relationship. If that occurs, please contact the Internship Coordinator (Ms. Tracy Oost) for further guidance.

Who can participate in an internship?

Students in any of the forensic programs who have completed their third year requirements may apply to do an internship.

Is there a minimum overall average I must have to do an internship?

Students with an 80% or better average are more likely to be accepted to do an internship. However, students with a 70%-79.9% average may be qualified to participate in an internship and will be evaluated on a case by case basis. Remember that the host agency takes part in evaluating you.

Does everyone who wants to do an internship get to do one?

No. There is a process which must be followed that includes an evaluation of the student's qualifications, suitability of the proposed placement, and a legal indemnification agreement that must be negotiated for each internship. Not all of these arrangements are successful.

Who should do an internship?

Students who are not necessarily interested in graduate studies or further work in academic research. Internships are recommended for those that would like to move into the workforce immediately after their undergraduate degree. An internship is an excellent way for a student to get the "real deal" on what it is like to work at a forensic facility.

Waiver

Please click here to view the waiver to be signed by you (the student), granting permission to have your academic transcript submitted with your application for the purposes of being evaluated by the host agency for acceptance for your internship.

Internships have been with the following organizations:

Ontario Provincial Police, Forensic Identification Services

i. South Porcupine Detachment
ii. Sault Ste. Marie Detachment
iii. North Bay Detachment
iv. London Detachment

· City of Greater Sudbury Police Service, Forensic Identification Services.
· Royal St. Lucian Constabulary, Forensic Identification Branch, St. Lucia.
· Office of the Chief Coroner of Ontario.
· Regional Supervising Coroner, North Eastern Ontario, Dr. Peter Clark.
· Regional Supervising Coroner, Northern Ontario, Dr. David Legge.
· Acting Chief Coroner of Ontario, Dr. Barry McLellan.

Department Office	Academic Related Problems?
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