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Bureau of Public Assistance Fraud/ Western Michigan Investigation Unit

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Bureau of Public Assistance Fraud/ Western Michigan Investigation Unit

Location

Grand Rapids, MI

Job Type

Internship - Non Paid

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

MDHHS-4308AssistanceFraud

Department

Health and Human Services - Counties

Opening Date

04/15/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

N/A

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Job Description

*We are now accepting internship applications*

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

Intern Responsibilities / Projects:

+ Conduct comprehensive and multifaceted criminal and civil investigations involving the fraudulent acquisition and use of MDHHS program benefits.

+ Ascertain and identify the existence of sophisticated criminal conspiratorial schemes by employees, contractors, businesses, vendors and recipients through community investigations, social media, and advanced data analysis. Establish the nature of offenses committed and initiate appropriate criminal, civil and administrative action to resolve the most intricate criminal and civil allegations and recover program funds.

+ Develop recommendations to address fraud vulnerability and organizational control and accountability relating to program law, regulation and policy and procedure.

MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

Required Education and Experience

Currently e nrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with at least 48 semester credits completed ( completing sophomore, junior, or senior year) program in the following: Criminal Justice criminology, law enforcement, police administration, security and loss prevention, or a related field.

Hours:

20 hours a week

Materials: The intern will be provided necessary resources, materials, and access to ensure acclimation to the role. A computer with VPN access will be provided to the employee upon assignment.

Timeline:Ongoing.

Alternate Education and Experience

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

Employee must demonstrate exceptional written and oral communication skills and have established a pattern of high professional performance as an agent or lead agent. Must be computer literate. Must also have a thorough knowledge of criminal and civil laws, rules and regulations as well as a record of maintaining the highest standard and discretion while conducting investigations. Employee must demonstrate a history of independent judgement and decision making, self-management, personal discipline and integrity, professional knowledge and skill development, and an ability to identify and fulfil organizational objectives. ValidMichigan Driver’s License Preferred

Additional Requirements and Information

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) does not discriminate against any individual or group because of race, religion, age, national origin, color, height, weight, marital status, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political beliefs, or disability.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State of Michigan unpaid Intern positions do not include a comprehensive benefits plan.

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We are currently placing for 2025-2026 semester. Are you available to begin your internship at this time?

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+ No

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Are you currently enrolled in a undergraduate or graduate program pursuing one of the following?: A bachelor's or master's degree with a major in one of the following: Criminal Justice criminology, law enforcement, police administration, security and loss prevention, or a related field.

+ Yes

+ No

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Current Academic Institution:

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Major/Minor Field:

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Expected Graduation Date:

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Faculty Advisor Name:

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Faculty Advisor Contact Information (Email & Phone):

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Has your field coordinator reviewed your application?

+ Yes

+ No

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How many hours can you work per week?

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How many hours does your academic institution require? Please note, you must be pursuing a qualifying degree and obtaining academic credit for your internship in order to be considered. Failure to include this information could result in your application being screened out.

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I authorize and understand that a background and reference check will be conducted and am willing to send a copy of my driver license and social security card if selected.

+ Yes

+ No

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Please enter your driver's license or identification number. If you currently possess a driver's license from a state other than Michigan, you will need to attach a 2 year driving record from that state in order to move forward with this process.

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Have you ever been convicted of misdemeanor?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you answered yes to the question above, please list all convictions and dates of offenses. If you answered No, please enter N/A.

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Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you answered yes to the question above, please list all convictions and dates of offenses. If you answered No, please enter N/A.

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As a State of Michigan Intern, I agree to follow all departmental and state policies. This is my acknowledgment.

+ Yes

+ No

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To receive academic credit through my college/university, I understand that it is my responsibility to coordinate the process. This is my acknowledgement.

+ Yes

+ No

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I understand this is a non-paid internship.

+ Yes

+ No

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*** Do you have the ability to work from home, including home internet service? OR Are you willing to purchase home internet service if hired?

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you reside in the state of Michigan?

+ Yes

+ No

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Explain your subject matter expertise related to diversity equity and inclusion.

Required Question

Employer

State of Michigan

Department

Health and Human Services - Counties

Address

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