This brief discusses the benefits and various considerations for
participants and justice agencies involved in experiential programs for
students. Using case studies and interviews with justice agency
administrators, it assesses programs in law enforcement, courts,
corrections, and public and private human services agencies. Each
chapter discusses how to prepare for the internship, the expectations of
the field work, and practical concerns. This brief is appropriate for
students in justice studies, criminology and related programs, and for
professionals coordinating experiential education.