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Audit Intern - Use of Deadly Force
State of Washington
Auditor's Office
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$18.33 - $24.23
per hour
Type
Internship
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Job Description
Summary
This internship involves helping a state team review police investigations into deadly force incidents to check if they follow laws and rules for fairness and independence.
Interns assist by examining case files, talking to investigators, and writing reports with suggestions for better practices.
It's a good fit for students in fields like criminal justice or public policy who want hands-on experience in government auditing and have strong writing and thinking skills.
Key Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master’s degree program in a relevant field such as business, public administration, accounting, public policy, political science, law, criminal justice, or sociology
- Functional understanding of the justice system or ability to learn it quickly
- Strong skills in preparing clear and convincing written documents and reports
- Effective verbal and written communication with diverse audiences including colleagues, law enforcement, and the public
- Ability to think critically and draw logical conclusions
- Reside in Washington state for the duration of the internship
- Willingness to travel to audit sites as needed
Full Job Description
Application review will begin on February 2nd, 2026, and you are encouraged to submit your application materials as soon as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to close the posting at any time once a selection has been made.
Use of Deadly Force Investigation Audit Internship
The Office of the Washington State Auditor offers a chance to make a difference in how government operates. Our staff come from a variety of professional backgrounds.
We work in a collaborative manner with intelligent, creative and supportive colleagues. We continue to look for new ideas to ensure our audits provide value to the government and the public.
To learn more about our agency and the work that we perform, visit our website at www.sao.wa.gov.
Use of Deadly Force Investigation (UDFI) Audit Program
SAO’s UDFI Audit Program reviews police use of deadly force investigations for compliance with state laws and rules designed to ensure law enforcement agencies conduct objective and independent investigations.
UDFI auditors examine the actions of those involved in the immediate aftermath of the use of deadly force incident and with the ensuing investigation, including involved officers and witness officers and the investigation team.
Washington Administrative Code 139-12-030 outlines the process for independent investigations of police use of deadly force and the qualifications for investigators.
To learn more about these audits, visit https://sao.wa.gov/about-audits/about-use-deadly-force-audits.
We are looking to hire a summer intern with our UDFI audit team. This is a paid internship opportunity. The start and duration of summer internships is somewhat flexible.
Our team is based in Olympia, WA, and often makes use of working remotely. However, travel to audit sites might be required. Interns must reside in Washington for the duration of their internship.
This position may be eligible for transitioning into a permanent, full-time position upon completion of internship.
To be considered, you must submit your completed application materials at www.careers.wa.gov.
Requirements
The intern will become part of the team responsible for conducting UDFI audits.
Interns work with audit staff to review investigation case files to evaluate whether law enforcement agencies complied with all applicable laws and rules governing independent investigations of police use of deadly force.
The team also develops recommendations to improve compliance. Interns may also interview investigators and draft audit reports.
Qualifications
Our office is seeking a candidate who has or is in the process of acquiring the following qualifications and skills:
- A functional understanding of the justice system or the ability to learn about it
- Excels at preparing clear and convincing written documents and reports
- Effectively communicates verbally and in writing with a variety of audiences, including colleagues, law enforcement agencies and the public
- Demonstrates the ability to think critically and make logical conclusions
- The above qualifications may be demonstrated by those currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master’s degree program in an applicable field (e.g., business, public administration, accounting/auditing, public policy, political science, law, criminal justice, sociology or related field) at an accredited college or university
- OR those who have one year of work experience in a related field
- OR a combination of related work experience and school
Additional Information
To apply, please submit:
- Your completed application at www.careers.wa.gov
- A resume and cover letter specifically addressing how you meet the qualifications listed in the announcement
Questions may be directed to the applications unit of our Office by calling or by emailing applicationsunit@sao.wa.gov.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills and ideas in order to carry out the agency’s mission today and in the future. This includes ensuring every member of our team feels valued and supported. We encourage you to join us.
The Office of the Washington State Auditor is an equal opportunity employer.
Persons with a disability, who need assistance in the application or testing process, or who need this announcement in an alternative format, may call (564) 999-0947 or via the telecommunications relay service by dialing 7-1-1.
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