Technical Services Internship (Undergraduate)

Are you looking to secure an internship with one of the most dynamic policing units?

Working as part of our Technical Services Department you will support investigations across the organisation with digital and technical expertise. You will have strong problem-solving skills; be able to translate real-world requirements into technical solutions; communicate effectively with technical colleagues and non-technical customers; and deliver outputs that support organisational and operational objectives.

We are offering two internships, to begin in September 2025 for a period of 10 months, to work across our capabilities, and whilst some specialisation is supported, we are looking for individuals that can work across disciplines and support our drive towards capability fusion. Our current areas of interest are:

Cloud Computing – working to develop and deliver innovative cloud computing solutions to current policing challenges.
Data Science – using data science knowledge and skills to transform the way the organisation uses data and derives insight from large datasets.
Digital Forensics – extracting and analysing digital evidence, adhering to forensic principles, regulations and accreditation standards.
Forensic Imaging – generating court-ready digital presentations and digital crime scene reconstructions using photography, videos and 2D / 3D computer graphics.
Radio Frequency Propagation – supporting investigations through the forensic application of RF technologies such as Cellular, WiFi, Bluetooth and NFC.
Research and Development - using skills and knowledge in cyber security or electronics and manufacturing to develop innovative solutions to policing problems.

Location - Junction 27 - M1 and Derbyshire Force Headquarters (Ripley) – travel to other regional sites will be necessary.

The must haves

You must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree, having successfully completed the first two years of study and with full support of your university for a placement / year in industry.
Experience of delivering written reports and verbal briefings, outlining risks, findings, results and recommendation.
Have high levels of creativity and flexibility in approach, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

What’s in it for you?

At Leicestershire Police, we aim to create an environment that puts people first. We want you to feel supported in everything you do, so you can give your very best. What’s more, we have a range of reward and benefits such as yearly salary increments, Bluelight Card (discounts), flexi scheme, pension contribution scheme, cycle to work scheme and so much more.

Salary – Grade 2 - £24,222 – £26,106
Due to MV/SC Vetting requirements, you must have a minimum of 5 years continuous residency within the UK at the time of application.

What’s next

Please click apply to complete your application, stating how you meet the essential/desirable criteria as listed within the job description.

To support you with your application we’ve provided some application guidance linked here.

Vacancy closes on Sunday 24th November 2024 at 23:55.

Who we are

Here at Leicestershire Police doesn't have to mean patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our strong team of professional support staff working behind the scenes. Its these skilled people, people like you who contribute to the policing of Leicestershire.

To find out more about Leicestershire Police – EMSOU and understand how you can make a difference visit our careers website and EMSOU website.https://sway.office.com/f7vdBgaEUUPYS6db?ref=Link&loc=mysways

EMSOU’s commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equality

At EMSOU we celebrate difference, encourage diversity of thought, and continually review our processes to maintain fairness, equality, and transparency. We aim to attract and retain the most talented people and we actively encourage applications from under-represented groups.

Encouraging a healthy work-life balance and flexibility is central to our success and wherever possible we will consider job-share, part-time, agile working, and flexible working arrangements.

We want to create an environment where everyone can achieve their full potential, and this applies equally during our recruitment process. EMSOU are Disability Confident Committed and are proud to be part of the movement of change encouraging organisations to think differently about disability and neurodiversity in the workplace.

Those interested in applying are welcome to have an informal conversation with EMSOU HR to discuss any adjustments that may help either during the recruitment process or whilst carrying out the role to see if these can be accommodated.