SKILLBRIDGE.MIL DATALAST SYNC 2026-07-23
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In official directorySynced 2026-07-23

HQ - Office of Chief Security Officer (OCSO) - Investigator - Unpaid Internship

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Program summary

Plans, conducts and prepares reports on, a full range of investigations including those of an extremely sensitive and complex nature. Exhibits the use of a high degree of ingenuity and initiative while conducting investigations. Assists in the management and assists in the conduct of sensitive investigations. Assists other investigators in investigations. Plans, conducts and assists in investigations having inter-agency, national and international dimensions. Typical investigations include theft or misuse of government property (to include classified information); threats against employees; threats to national welfare and security; sabotage of DHS systems or programs, threats to DHS facilities and locations; incident response to attacks on DHS facilities; and attempted elicitation of DHS employees by organized terrorist groups and/or foreign governments. Responsible for assisting in developing facts and evidence, gathering information and intelligence, conducting analyses, preparing and executing warrants, effecting arrests and preparing detailed investigative reports used in the prosecution of defendants. This includes eliciting information from individuals of diverse backgrounds such as government employees, police officials and the general public. Assists other investigators involved in developing informants and other sources of information leading to the arrest, apprehension and/or detention of suspects. Manages and provides guidance to other investigators responsible for making arrests, executing search warrants, testifying in court, interviewing witnesses and developing evidence that substantiates allegations. The incumbent may conduct surveillance work and operate under arduous conditions for long hours.

Roles & job description

Plans, conducts and prepares reports on, a full range of investigations including those of an extremely sensitive and complex nature. Exhibits the use of a high degree of ingenuity and initiative while conducting investigations. Assists in the management and assists in the conduct of sensitive investigations. Assists other investigators in investigations. Plans, conducts and assists in investigations having inter-agency, national and international dimensions. Typical investigations include theft or misuse of government property (to include classified information); threats against employees; threats to national welfare and security; sabotage of DHS systems or programs, threats to DHS facilities and locations; incident response to attacks on DHS facilities; and attempted elicitation of DHS employees by organized terrorist groups and/or foreign governments. Responsible for assisting in developing facts and evidence, gathering information and intelligence, conducting analyses, preparing and executing warrants, effecting arrests and preparing detailed investigative reports used in the prosecution of defendants. This includes eliciting information from individuals of diverse backgrounds such as government employees, police officials and the general public. Assists other investigators involved in developing informants and other sources of information leading to the arrest, apprehension and/or detention of suspects. Manages and provides guidance to other investigators responsible for making arrests, executing search warrants, testifying in court, interviewing witnesses and developing evidence that substantiates allegations. The incumbent may conduct surveillance work and operate under arduous conditions for long hours.

Eligibility notes

Successful completion of pre-employment background investigation may be required.

Additional notes

Successful completion of this unpaid DHS internship will make the candidate competitive for employment with DHS.

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Interview prep for this program
Ask them
  • ▸ "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 91 - 120 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.
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ 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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