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Computer
Forensics Internship
Date Position(s) Available
High Technology Investigative Unit
The High Technology Investigative Unit (HTIU) initiates investigations and conducts
forensic analysis on computer evidence in federal cases involving child exploitation
and obscenity crimes. It works closely with federal agencies such as the
FBI, Secret Service, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE),
and the Postal Inspection Service; as well as federal prosecutors all over
the country. The mission of the HTIU
is simple: Provide the most accurate, up-to-date expertise on computer
forensic matters and assist law enforcement in bringing criminals who
peddle in child exploitation and obscenity to justice.
Responsibilities
Your role at the HTIU will be a unique one. The HTIU provides the opportunity for current
graduate and undergraduate students to experience the computer forensics
field first hand. You may be asked to restore a Linux server one day and
analyze log files from an electronic wiretap the next. The scope of work is
broad, and no day In addition to your short term tasks, you will be asked
to complete a long-term assignment that will significantly contribute to
the HTIU’s overall success.
Long term assignments are based on
your particular expertise, career objectives, and the immediate needs of
the Unit. You will work with your immediate supervisor to determine you
assignment, which may include: Research and experiment on specific Window’s
file behaviors to provide conclusive data on the impact of day to day
computer usage. Analyze internet-based software such as P2P, IRC, IM,
Newsgroup readers, e-mail clients, etc. to determine the impact of their
installation and identify potential points of evidence.
Complete information may be
downloaded from here.
Eligibility
Undergraduate and Graduate
Computer Science students are eligible to apply. Prior to finalizing an
appointment, all interns are required to undergo a security check, which
includes a name and fingerprint clearance with the Federal Bureau of
Investigation and a determination of suitability for employment based on
the information a candidate provides in the security form. Additional information including U.S.
citizenship requirements may be downloaded from here.
Application Procedure
Submit a resume to:
HTIU@usdoj.gov
Indicate whether you are
interested in Spring 2010, Fall 2010 or both. Also indicate whether you are
interested in a paid internship, internship for credit or both.
U.S.
Department of Justice, Criminal Division ° Child Exploitation and Obscenity
Section (CEOS)
1400 New York Avenue,
6th Floor ° Washington,
D.C. 20530
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