Internship

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The internship is designed to ultimately benefit both the intern and the Coroner’s Office. Students are afforded the opportunity to gain academic credit, while simultaneously receiving the practical work experience in a forensic setting.

Internships are appropriate for advanced undergraduate or graduate students attending facilities that have a structured, in-house internship program. This way, the internship can be conducted under the joint supervision of an on-site advisor and a school faculty member. Both parties agree on the internships objectives and assignments, while jointly evaluating the intern’s performance during and after their experience.

An intern functions under the authority of Coroner personnel and is expected to exhibit respectfulness, maturity, and professionalism. As well, an intern is expected to function during autopsies under the auspices of our forensic pathologist. This office encounters many outside agencies (law enforcement, EMS, fire, judicial, public utilities, medical facilities, social services, etc.) within the course of investigations, and an intern is expected to be of a maturity such that they conduct themselves commendably with these agencies. Anything other than a professional presentation, in both dress and behavior, is unacceptable and means for dismissal.

"There were so many things that I learned and was able to work on throughout the entire internship. Some things that stick out the most include the medical terminology and anatomy that I was able to pick up on. While I have a little bit of knowledge in this area, I was able to see first hand how this information is applied and had the chance to visually see so many medical events that I wouldn't have had the chance to see in the classroom. It was really nice to have the chance to physically assist and be able to be hands on in the internship.

I was able to practice applying my camera skills and note taking from school to real life scenarios. I learned about the specifics that go into determining the cause and manner of death. Lastly, I had the chance to see the real world application of the forensic field first hand and was able to see how different agencies have to work together and interact.

I would highly recommend this internship to everyone! I had an amazing time and learned so much about the field of forensic science as well as myself. I am extremely grateful to have been given this opportunity and to have had the chance to experience everything I possibly could this summer. There were so many hands-on opportunities for all of the interns and everyone was incredibly nice and accommodating!" - Summer Intern 2025

“I will always recommend this internship to any and everyone. I believe the experienced gained at this site is one of a kind, from the deputies to the autopsies. It’s a welcome and fun environment that fosters learning and promotes curiosity.” – Summer Intern 2019

“I would 100% recommend this internship. It is a great environment where everyday is different. I was amazed about how involved we were, and you couldn’t have this experience anywhere else. We were constantly learning, and I am beyond grateful for this summer and this opportunity.” – Summer Intern 2019

“I would definitely recommend this internship because I learned so much and everyone I worked with was so kind and welcoming. I had an abundance of opportunities and experiences, and just overall it was so incredible. I’d want anyone and everyone to have this experience.” – Summer Intern 2019