Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio State Highway Patrol
Report In Location – 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
Work Day and Hours – Work Days and Hours will vary between Monday – Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM depending on student’s schedule
This is an ongoing internship located in Columbus, OH. The selected candidate will ideally be able to work throughout the school year and summer, for an average of 20 hours per week or less (with flexibility during the school semesters given class schedule and course load).
The pay rate for a college intern is based upon the students' academic status:
• Undergraduate student rate of pay - $16.93 per hour
• Graduate student rate of pay - $20.59 per hour
Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety
• Free Parking!
• Free onsite Gym!
• Onsite Cafeteria!
What You'll Do As a College Intern
• Assist staff during assessment center (i.e. escort candidates to scenarios, handle questions).
• Assist with coordinating and scheduling courses for remainder of 2026.
• Add courses and monitor the training campus and Division Website.
• Assist with creating or updating interviews, review and verify all completed packets.
• Maintain database on status of all positions.
• Assist in scheduling and proctoring examinations.
• Other duties as assigned.
The Major/Field Of Study Should Be In
• Criminal Justice
• Human Resources
• Psychology
To be eligible for an internship opportunity at the Ohio Department of Public Safety, an applicant must:
• Be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university.
• Be in good standing with the college/university.
• Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0.
• Be enrolled in at least one course.
• Be pursuing a degree or finishing a degree.
Helpful Tips For Applying
Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties. The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume". Tailor your application for each position you apply for. You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. • Respond to all questions asked. If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A.
Job Skills: Internship
Agency Contact Name and Information
Alison Granger / argranger@dps.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Jun 16, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Charles D Shipley Building
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Schedule
Part-time
Work Hours
See Below
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Technical Skills
Clerical & Data Entry, Administrative support/services
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Teamwork
Agency Overview
Ohio State Highway Patrol
Is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property, promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect, compassion, and unbiased professionalism.
