Subject Area Expertise
Forensic Biology
The biology internship allows students to analyze a variety of evidence like samples involving both serological and nuclear DNA testing. Students are required to undergo training on evidence examination and analysis of biological materials collected from evidence. Cases are worked independently and typically involve homicide, sexual assault, and breaking and entering, exposing students to the variety of techniques utilized to process cases they would be faced within an actual forensic biology case-working laboratory. Students also get the opportunity to learn about advanced techniques in the field, validation of new methodologies, and are given opportunities to work on career readiness through job interview preparation and resume building.Forensic Toxicology
The toxicology internship immerses students in multiple areas of toxicology including postmortem forensic toxicology, human performance toxicology, and workplace drug testing. Postmortem forensic toxicology involves the use of state-of-the-art analytical techniques to identify and quantify the presence of drugs and chemicals in biological samples collected during autopsy to help establish causation of death. Human performance toxicology involves determining the effects of drugs and alcohol on human behavior as related to criminal investigations including impaired driving, vehicular homicide, and drug-facilitated sexual assault. Workplace drug testing establishes compliance with regulations for drug testing individuals employed in safety-sensitive industries.FORENSIC CHEMISTRY
Forensic chemists analyze seized drug evidence including pharmaceutical preparations and suspected controlled substances using a variety of techniques. Presumptive chemical testing and confirmatory instrumental analysis allow chemists to identify drugs, cutting agents, and adulterants in submitted samples. Students will learn various analytical techniques used to conclusively identify and quantitate compounds encountered in forensic chemistry casework.
Eligibility
A candidate must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program or have graduated from a natural or forensic science degree program within 12 months of beginning the internship. Note, there is a $3,000 bench fee for all interns who are accepted into our program. Scholarships are available.General Information
Interns are expected to work approximately 30 hours a week during the internship period. Interns may receive academic credit subject to developing an agreement between the Center and the intern’s college or university. All interns are subject to applicable Center employee rules, including those regarding Laboratory Safety. Note that a background check will be completed upon acceptance.| Applications Open - Apply Below | January 10th, 2025 |
| Deadline for Applying | March 21st, 2025 |
| Notification of Acceptance | May 12th, 2025 |
| Starting Date | June 2nd, 2025 |
| Completion Date | July 17th, 2025 |
