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ALERT! Berks County South Campus Closed Monday, October 5: The Berks County South Campus will be closed to staff and the public on Monday, October 5, to complete a scheduled electrical utility project. The South Campus Building will be without power from 8 am to 5 pm while Met-Ed conducts this work. For safety reasons, no one will be permitted to enter or access the South Campus building for any reason between 8 am to 5 pm on October 5.

The County appreciates the public’s understanding and apologizes for any inconvenience this temporary closure may cause.

Educational Internship Program and Ride-Along Opportunities

Educational Internship Program and Ride-Along Opportunities

PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY BEFORE COMPLETING AN APPLICATION


EDUCATIONAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

An intern with the Berks County Coroner’s Office supports a range of responsibilities related to death investigations, forensic pathology, and administrative operations. Internship applicants must be currently studying or pursuing a career in a forensic science discipline or a field directly related to death investigation.  This internship is designed to provide practical experience that supports academic advancement and should aid the student in obtaining educational credits through their college or university program.  


APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Fall SessionSpring SessionSummer Session
Application deadline: June 15thApplication deadline: November 1stApplication deadline: March 15th


Please click the links below for additional information about the Intern program.

Internship Requirements
Internship Application Form

Applications received without all required documents will be incomplete and not considered for review.


Due to the high volume of applications received.  Late applications will not be reviewed.  Applicants are advised to submit applications well in advance.



RIDE-ALONG OPPORTUNITIES

The Ride-Along Program is for individuals who have an interest in pursuing a career in forensic science or death investigation. This program provides participants with the opportunity to observe the daily responsibilities of a Deputy Coroner during a scheduled shift. 


Please click the links below for additional information about the Ride-Along Program.

Ride Along Requirements
Ride Along Application