Rock Island Police Department - Police Officer - Internship Program
At the conclusion of the 16-week internship, RIPD Skillbridge participants shall have obtained significant training/familiarization with the policies and procedures of the Rock Island Police Department, as well as an understanding of Illinois criminal statutes and the ordinances of the City of Rock Island. Interns will be poised to begin and successfully complete a 16-week police academy before advancing to the official Rock Island Police Department Field Training Program.
Under direct supervision, and with the intent to protect the life and property of the public, a police officer is required to: perform routine foot, bicycle, or vehicle patrol functions within a designated area; respond to emergency calls for service; provide assistance to the public; enforce parking regulations; investigate vehicle accidents, suspicious conditions, and reports of criminal activity; interview victims, witnesses, and suspects in criminal activity; preserve evidence at a crime scene; recover stolen property; make arrests for violations of the law or when warrants are in effect; prepare detailed reports of all incidents occurring during the assigned shift; and testify in court when required.
Open to all MOS / ratings / AFSCs.
Must be between 21 and 34 years of age at the time of program completion. Must have successfully completed four years of high school or equivalent. Must have a valid driver's license equivalent to a Class D Illinois Vehicle Operator's License. Interns will be required to attend five 8-hour shifts each week, with exposure to different shift schedules and assignments. Times of assignments are approximate and participation is flexible based upon the personnel, daily activity, weather conditions, and other factors.
APPLICATION PROCESS: This SkillBridge internship opportunity is managed by Iowa Workforce Development. In order to begin the process please complete a SkillBridge Service Member Application at the link below and be sure to select Rock Island PD and the Police Officer program. Once received a member of Rock Island PD's team will reach out to you to further discuss your interest and any additional opportunities that may align with your end goals here in Iowa. https://seam.ly/5dOpQgZ8
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 121 - 150 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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