Internship Program
Internship Opportunities in Chesapeake
Are you looking for career opportunities after graduation and/or military service? Do you want to enhance your skills and qualifications in a friendly environment through hands-on experience? If so, the City of Chesapeake might have the opportunity you are looking for!
Internship opportunities bridge the gap between the educational and professional worlds, making it easier to transition from academic and military life into a career. Being an intern can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Internship candidates can build a valuable network of colleagues and professional references that can help with planning for a successful career.Learn more about our available internship programs:
Background Checks for Interns
In order to ensure the safety of our citizens and employees, long-term internship positions (more than 30 days) require background checks in accordance with the Criminal History Policy - See Administrative Regulation 2.52 (PDF).
All interns over the age of 18 will be subject to fingerprinting for a national criminal history record check.
Interns working directly with juveniles, disabled, or elderly individuals will be required to complete a Child Protective Service record check.
To find out more information regarding the internship program, please email the City's Internship Coordinator, Lucia La Rocca-Taylor.
To apply for available internship opportunities, log onto our applicant site.