Digital Forensics Intern

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South Wales Police brings together thousands of people with the same aim – to keep South Wales safe.

We want to be the best at understanding and responding to our community’s needs. To do this we need the very best candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to become part of our policing family.

The South Wales Police Internship gives you the opportunity to put your academic knowledge to the test in a practical and professional setting where you will gain valuable work experience and training. You can be confident that throughout your internship you will be supported by an expert team who will encourage you to fulfil your potential.

Becoming part of #TeamSWP will offer you a unique learning experience where you will contribute to real life projects in a complex and diverse environment. We value individuality and encourage new ideas and creativity that will contribute to our success as a force and make a difference to society.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Forensics Intern to join us for 12 months, this role will give you the opportunity to become involved with a range of tasks and gain valuable experience in the Digital Forensics arena.

You will collect, review, and interpret a range of digital forensic data to make inferences and describe why a situation has, or might occur. Undertaking the forensic examination and retrieval of evidence and/or intelligence from computers, computer related media and other digital devices recovered during investigations. You will also provide technical advice and assistance to officers engaged in the investigation of digital crimes throughout the South Wales Police area.

The internship will commence in September 2023 and to be eligible you must be working towards a degree in a relevant subject related to Digital Forensics or have graduated within the last 3 years. You will have knowledge in Microsoft Windows, OS X, iOS, Linux and Android operating systems with a sound understanding of criminal law, with particular emphasis on computer crime legislation, including RIPA, computer misuse, ECHR and Data Protection.

There are numerous benefits to working for South Wales Police, from learning and development opportunities to schemes which aim to improve your lifestyle and wellbeing, as well as generous Local Government Pension Scheme / Police Pension Schemes, paid annual leave, flexible working and family friendly policies and many more, click here for more information.

Interviews for this post are expected to take place in January 2023. 

Don’t miss this excellent opportunity, apply today and join #TeamSWP!