State of Ohio

College Intern - Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center Fall 2025 Semester (2 Positions) (25000480)

Organization

: Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information: Alison Granger / argranger@dps.ohio.gov

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

Work Location

:

Charles D Shipley Building

1970 West Broad Street

Columbus 43223-1102

Primary Location

: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation: $16.93 per hour

Schedule

: Part-time

Work Hours: See Below

Classified Indicator: Unclassified

Union: Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

: Internship

Technical Skills: Clerical & Data Entry, Internship, Research, Administrative support/services

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Written Communication

Agency Overview

About Us:

Who We Are:

The Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center (ONIC) is a division of the Ohio Department of Public Safety that operates in four locations across Ohio, in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. The ONIC offices are comprised of criminal intelligence analysts and forensic computer specialists that assist law enforcement agencies and drug task forces by providing investigative and case support and information-sharing networks that bridge traditional law enforcement and criminal justice with stakeholders across industries.

The ONIC leverages cutting edge technologies and analytical techniques to detect, identify, and intercept dangerous drugs. The ONIC supports investigations including significant cases involving large drug seizures, organized crime and drug trafficking organizations, drug poisoning deaths, firearms trafficking, cryptocurrency seizures, drug-related violent crimes, and online illicit drug markets.

Job Description

What You'll Do

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center

Report in location: 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223

Work Days and hours would vary between: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, based on student 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

Major/field of study should be in: Criminal Justice; Law Enforcement; Intelligence; Behavioral or Social Science (e.g., psychology, sociology, criminology); Political Science; Business or Public Administration; Emergency Management; Homeland Security; Public Safety; or Digital Forensics

Job duties:

• Responsible for assisting with the day-to-day office procedures.
• Greet & respond to in-person, telephone & written inquiries in a professional, courteous, friendly, respectful & timely manner to ensure positive internal/external customer service.
• Follow-up to ensure all of the customer's questions & concerns have been thoroughly answered.
• Provide information assistance to court officials, law enforcement agencies & to the general public.
• Utilize ONIC and other ODPS systems for updating data records.
• Create and edit documents, spreadsheets and presentations utilizing Microsoft Excel, Word, & PowerPoint.
• Research information to determine solutions and provide information verbally or in written form.
• Gather and provide statistical data for weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports; maintain records & files as instructed.
• Attend meetings and training sessions including but not limited to: criminal intelligence, drug trends, investigations, data
• Planning/prep for the 2026 ONIC Drug Summit and other outreach/training opportunities.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Employment Requirements (all must be verified upon hire)

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.

Job Skills: Internship

Supplemental Information

This is an internship for the Fall 2025 semester located in Columbus, OH. The selected candidate will ideally be able to work for an average of 20 hours per week or less (with flexibility 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

Background:

A background check including BCI & FBI fingerprint check will be required on all selected applicants

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

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