Internships at TBI

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An internship at TBI gives qualified college and post-graduate students an inside look at TBI's critical mission and work across the state. While no guarantee of future employment, an internship with TBI offers students from a wide range of backgrounds a broad look at all it takes to fulfill our unique place in the state's criminal justice system.

Timetable

Application Period: September 2nd- October 13th

Intern Letter of Reccomendation Updates:

For letters being sent in by the student applicant, please use the “Attachments” tab within the application.

For those sending a letter on behalf of the student applicant, please send the letter of recommendation to tbi.intern@tbi.tn.gov with the subject title: 'name of internship-the job id-the student's name.'

Example: If the student is applying for the TBI 2026 Summer Headquarters Rotation, the title of the email with the letter of recommendation should read:

Internship-Summer-01282026-74777-Student’s Name

Internship Orientation: January 25th
Internship Ends: April 30th

Internships are open to college juniors, seniors, or those pursuing post-graduate education. Candidates must submit a full academic transcript, two letters of reference, and, if selected, be prepared for an extensive background investigation.

Questions?

Feel free to email TBI.Intern@tbi.tn.gov! Our team is here to help!