It is considered an intensive educational and experiential learning experience, providing professional experience, personal growth, and development within a law enforcement environment.
The NOPD Internship Program participants serve in various sections of the department. As part of the NOPD Internship Program, participants will:
- Gain practical, professional experience in a law enforcement environment.
- Serve in one of three program seasons: Spring, Summer, or Fall. Each season lasts approximately 12 – 15 weeks. The Student Internship Program team must approve any schedule variations.
- Be expected to work full time, 35-40 hours per week.
- Potentially obtain educational credit.
Experiential Learning
To provide that opportunity to all citizens equally, a dedicated force of professional law enforcement officers patrols the centuries-old streets of the Crescent City to ensure that all our citizens and visitors enjoy their time here safely. You answered your country's call to defend our Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic; in recognition of the high value we place on your proven integrity, discipline, and dedication to public duty, we invite you to join us as a member of the New Orleans Police Department. In recognition of your service to our nation, we offer the following additional benefits exclusively to members of our nation's military to streamline the hiring process: