Juvenile Justice Intern - Loysville Youth Development Center - Perry County (College)

If you would like to experience professional growth and networking opportunities, we have an exciting opportunity for you! The Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS) is seeking applicants for its paid 2025 Summer Internship Program located in Loysville, Pennsylvania. This program provides a valuable chance for students interested in corrections, criminal justice, juvenile justice, and other related areas to gain hands-on experience and knowledge. The field of juvenile justice is multidisciplinary, utilizing the expertise and services of individuals from a wide range of professions.

The BJJS Summer Internship Program offers a valuable opportunity for you to gain real-world experience and make a positive impact in the lives of adjudicated youth. By participating in this internship, you will have the chance to develop your understanding of the juvenile justice system in the Commonwealth and potentially discover a career path in the public sector. Do not miss out on this unique opportunity to expand your skills and make valuable connections in the field!

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As a Juvenile Justice Intern, you will gain hands-on experience through on-the-job training that is specifically designed to develop your knowledge, skills, abilities, and work traits as a Juvenile Justice Specialist. Your work will include attending and successfully completing the Juvenile Justice Academy, which covers a variety of coursework related to professionalism and ethics, adolescent development and behavior, safety and security principles, group facilitation skills, effective communication, relevant Pennsylvania codes, CPR/AED and basic first aid, use of mechanical devices, suicide management and awareness, cultural awareness, fire safety, and search procedures. Throughout your work, you will receive direct and close supervision from a Youth Development Counselor Manger or other higher-level personnel who will assign your workload, provide guidance and direction, and review your progress.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Part-time internship from approximately May 2025 to August 2025
• Work hours and days will vary, including weekends based on intern availability.
  • May change based on operational needs
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

• FREE parking

• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

• You must be working toward a degree in Criminal Justice, Restorative Justice, Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, Social Sciences, Special Education, Child Development, or closely related field.
• You must be a college junior or senior enrolled (or intending to enroll) in an accredited college or university with 12 or more credits for the fall semester.
• You must have good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher).
• You must be 21 years of age or older.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be willing to accept employment at Loysville Youth Development Center and commute to this location in Perry County.
  
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL).
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.