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Landing an Internship as a Deputy Probation Officer

Recipient of the Experiential Learning Center's Unpaid Internship Support Scholarship

Aug 8, 2022
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LynxConnect Featured Story: Isabella Nowakowski

Recipient of the Experiential Learning Center's Unpaid Internship Support Scholarship

Apply on Scholarship Universe

Approximately 80% of new college graduates will have completed one or more internships before leaving University (NACE)

Isabella, a criminal justice major, put herself at an advantage by completing an internship as a Deputy Probation Officer for the 20th Judicial District.  

To start her internship journey, Isabella utilized her Internship Advisor in the Experiential Learning Center (ELC) during her junior year. She was very interested in strengthening her resume with relevant experience. Isabella started by attending the Internship Workshop with the ELC to understand the internship process, then she met with her Internship Advisor to set a game plan. Isabella described ELC as “an important place at CU Denver that fosters so much knowledge about industries, resume reviews, and how to prepare for interning.”

CU Denver student Isabella Nowakowski

Isabella Nowakowski 
BA Criminal Justice (exp. May 2022)

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After meeting with her Internship Advisor to finalize her resume and go over search strategies, Isabella applied to multiple internships related to her career interests. Securing an unpaid internship with the 20th Judicial District Probation Department, Isabella decided to then apply for the ELC Unpaid Internship Support Scholarship. The scholarship is available to help offset the burden of taking an unpaid internship and help interns focus on their internship instead of worrying about finances.

the scholarship allowed me to focus on my future and career rather than worrying about how I would commute to my internship. Without the scholarship, I would have to pick up extra shifts at my jobs. It saved me a lot of time to focus on school, my internship, and on planning my future career.

Throughout the internship, Isabella "furthered her knowledge about the criminal justice field through hands-on experience in probation.” Her internship supervisor allowed her to implement a traumatic brain injury form for intakes which helped “contribute to my career goals of combining my interest in sociology, public health, neuroscience, and criminal justice.”

Isabella’s advice for students looking for internships is to meet with their Internship Advisor and “thoroughly review your resume and cover letter, as well as practice interviews. This helps prepare someone to be less anxious and stressed. I highly recommend an internship for anyone, because it can be a great way to explore career options and gain experience in that desired field.”

The Experiential Learning Center (ELC) in LynxConnect is the place to go for internships. With an Internship Advisor assigned to your major, they can help you with:

  • Internship exploration for your major, minor, or certificate
  • Application assistance (resume, cover letter, etc.)
  • Search strategies
  • Interview preparation
  • For-credit and not-for-credit internships

The Fall 2021 Unpaid Internship Support Scholarship Application is open from July 6 – August 8 on Scholarship Universe.

Apply now: Unpaid Internship Support Scholarship

Make an Appointment with an Internship Advisor

Experiential Learning Center at LynxConnect


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  • Beyond the Classroom
    • Grad School Prep Starts Now: Why It’s Never Too Early to Begin
    • Presenting Confidently: Tips from Undergrad Researchers
    • A Week of Career Events Just for You!
    • Discover Global Opportunities at the Study Abroad Fair
    • Fresh Starts at CU Denver: Adjusting as a Veteran Student
    • From Applications to Presentations: Getting Involved in Research as a First-Gen Student
    • So You Want to Study Abroad…
    • Prepare for the Fair: How to Navigate the CU Denver Internship & Job Fair
    • Overcoming Uncertainty: My Internship Journey and the Pursuit of Passion
    • It’s Not Too Early to Start Your Job Search
    • Through the Looking Glass: Research as a Criminal Justice Major
    • 2024 Off to a Great Start for Lynx Studying Abroad!
    • Never Giving Up on Studying Abroad: Lessons from the COVID-19 Era
    • Gaining Perspective and Empathy Through Research
    • How to do an Unpaid Internship and Still Get Paid
    • Everything You Need to Know About Career Fairs
    • Am I Ready for the "Real World"?
    • You're Qualified—You Just Don't Know it Yet!
    • Steps to Being an Undergraduate Researcher
    • Studying Abroad: Is it Possible?
    • Resolve What-Ifs With an Internship
    • Gather Around the Campfire—it's Interview Time!
    • When Old Movies Turn Into a Career
    • Travel Isn't Always Pretty
  • Healthy Happy Life
    • Take the L on What You Can’t Control
    • Burnout to Breakthrough: How to Recharge and Reignite Your Drive
    • Lonely in the Crowd: Finding Connection in College
    • Mindfulness and Mental Health: How Being Present Can Improve Your Well-Being
    • Disenfranchised Loss and Grief: Pet Loss
    • Who is an Emotionally Safe Person?
    • The Horrors of Doomscrolling & its Impact on Mental Health
    • Mindfulness and Meditation
    • Student Support Systems
    • The Importance of Academic Advising as an Undergrad
    • Lifelines: Let’s Talk About Suicide
    • Down The Rabbit Hole of Self-Diagnosis in Mental Health
    • The Vicissitudes of Grief: A Personal Path of Pain and Discovery
    • Help! How Do I Stop Procrastinating?
    • Holidays, Boundaries, and the Nuanced In-between: An Alternative Guide to Conflict
    • What Happens if you Disappoint Others?
    • The Paradoxical Pursuit of Happiness
  • Lynx Tales
    • Summer Reset for Students
    • Finding Motivation in Spring
    • Struggling with Time Management? Try Time Blocking!
    • How to be a PAL for New CU Denver Students
    • Make a Difference: One PAL at a Time
    • Study Tips From Your Friendly Neighborhood College Success Educator
    • Celebrate Spooky Season at the Halloween Ball
    • Lynx Day of Service
    • Finding Belonging Thousands of Miles From Home
    • Planning Your Future: Tips From a UNIV Instructor
    • Change and Growth in College: From Undergrad to Graduate School
    • The Value of Mentorship in Building a Community
    • Re-Thinking Wellness This Fall
    • My (CU) Denver Roots: Then and Now
    • Start Off Strong This Fall
    • Asking for Help Along the Way
    • McNair Lynx Head East for National Conference
    • Paying it Forward: From One First Gen Student to Another
    • It’s not Just About the Destination, it’s About the Journey!
    • Fitting in, Setting Boundaries, and Creating Community!
    • It’s Never too Late to Learn
    • CU Denver Doubles Down on DACA
    • Anime Goes to College
    • Meet Your President and VP
    • Entering my Romcom era
  • Stories From the Hub
    • Navigating Neurodivergence
    • Should You Let AI Write Your Next Cover Letter or Personal Statement? Maybe Not
    • AI Evolution
    • What is GenAI?
    • Discovering Denver
    • Welcome to the Study Jungle—The LRC: CU Denver’s Academic Oasis
    • Enhancing Learning Through AI: Generating Better Study Habits
    • Navigating the First-Generation College Experience at CU Denver: Angelo Gallegos' Journey
    • Conversations with Alternative Voices
    • Exploring the Practicalities of Work-Study, Campus Jobs, and Financial Aid Opportunities
    • Inclusivity, Creativity, and Community: Fostering Belonging on CU Denver’s Campus
    • Maintaining Balance Throughout the Semester
    • Combating Screen Fatigue
    • Improve Your Budgeting Skills
    • Words of Wisdom from the Hub
    • Art Speaks at the Learning Commons
    • There are no Imposters Among Us
    • For me it's Test Anxiety
    • Whiteboard Project Highlights Campus Diversity

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