My experience is as followed…<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Virginia Beach Police Department Detective Bureau<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Intern | October 2024 \u2013 December 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n I completed 61 hours with the Virginia Beach Police Department’s Detective Bureau, where I gained valuable insight into investigative processes. I assisted the Special Victims Unit, Homicide Unit, and Cold Case Unit, observing evidence collection using various methods and watching detectives conduct interviews. Additionally, I attended court proceedings, accompanied detectives to secure search warrants at the magistrate, and summarized victim and suspect interviews, as well as GTL phone call recordings. This experience further developed my understanding of investigative techniques and the complexities of organizational operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Old Dominion Police Department Citizens Academy<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Volunteer | September 2024 \u2013 November 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n I successfully completed the ODU Police Department Citizens Academy, earning a certificate of completion. The program provided hands-on learning and insights into various public safety and community service topics, including K-9-unit operations, radar speed enforcement, firearms safety and shooting range procedures, crime scene processing, and NPD forensics. I also received training in CPR, AED, Stop the Bleed, Narcan administration, fire safety (including fire suppression), and the use of firearms simulators. Additionally, I gained knowledge about run-hide-fight tactics, the medical examiner’s role, homicide investigations, the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, threat assessments, community service initiatives, and DUI\/traffic stop protocols.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Chesapeake Sheriff\u2019s Office<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Intern | August\u00a0\u00a02024 \u2013 November 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n During my 157-hour internship at the Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office, I gained hands-on experience across multiple operational areas. I observed and assisted in key functions, including corrections, booking, classifications, victim witness support, court security, and the fugitive unit, which included handling warrants. This experience provided me with a comprehensive understanding of operational procedures and the diverse responsibilities within the agency.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n