As one of the capstone experience options for the Forensic Science Specialist programs, this course provides students with the opportunity to gain research and professional experience. Students are required to attend classes that address research design and methodology, as well as topics related to professional work and practice in the forensic sciences. Students may be placed with a participating public agency, private organization, or university lab to conduct research and gain an understanding of the unit’s daily operations.

In addition to their research, internship students are required to formally present the results of their research at the annual Forensic Science Day symposium and submit a high-quality academic manuscript of their work.

Note: Internship Placements are arranged by the FSC Program. Students MUST apply for this course, and the Course Application is due in the February preceding the placement. See the Forensic Science Program website for details on course application, information, and procedures. There will be an information session regarding Internship Placements, preceding the application period. Students must have one free day (Monday - Friday) to work at their internship placement site and should be in their final year before graduation. Students are expected to provide their own transportation to placement work site.