Career Path Internship
MISSION STATEMENT: The Career Path Internship (CPI) program is committed to connecting Idaho State University students to professional, paid experiences that will enhance their career opportunities upon graduation.
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October 2018: Lucas Rosa
Recently, the Idaho State Police developed an Unmanned Aerial System (drone) program to allow ISP Troopers to use aerial imagery in crash reconstruction, crime scene processing, and other incidents affecting public safety. Since the fledgling ISP UAS program was one of a kind in Idaho, it became necessary to consult with the ISU College of Technology UAS Program for guidance. During this development, ISP had an opportunity to partner with the College of Technology and ISU’s Career Path Internship Program. During this process, Lucas Rosa was selected as a CPI student intern and has been involved in many facets of the ISP UAS Program. Lucas Rosa is a junior pursuing a degree in the Unmanned Aerial Systems Associate of Applied Science program.
“When I applied for this position I didn’t think I would get it as there were a lot of applicants for the internship,” explained Rosa. “I am really glad that I got the internship as I am going to apply to the Idaho State Police force after I graduate and this internship helped confirm that this is really what I want to do.”
Rosa is also assisting the Idaho State Police in their application for the Federal Aviation Administration’s Certificate of Authorization. This certificate will give special permission to the Idaho State Police to ensure that drones can be operated when necessary, such as at night in search and rescue missions. Rosa has also helped research the various types of drones to help the ISP procure the best equipment for the job.
“Lucas quickly immersed himself in the continued development of the ISP UAS Program,” stated Ed Gygli, Intelligence Analyst for the Idaho Criminal Intelligence Center, a part of the Idaho State Police and Rosa’s supervisor. “ With Lucas’ involvement, I am confident FAA will grant this waiver. In addition, Lucas has been involved in 3D aerial imagery of crash scenes which is required for the ISP crash reconstruction process.”
“Flying drones for the Idaho State Police can be, at times, very somber. Most often, when the ISP UAS program is called upon, it requires aerial imagery of fatal auto crashes and crime scenes where lives have been lost,” said Gygli. “Lucas understands this and performs his role at ISP professionally and with dignity. He continues to demonstrate his ability to help this new program flourish and be on the cutting edge of Idaho public safety aerial imaging.”
In his spare time, Rosa enjoys hunting, fishing, and enjoying Idaho’s beautiful wilderness.
Great work, Lucas!
September 2018: Megan Poe - Portneuf Health Trust and School District 25
August 2018: Cody Feldman - GIS Training & Research Center at Idaho State University
July 2018: Zane Stephenson - Fish Ecology Lab at ISU's Department of Biological Sciences
June 2018: Kam Thomas - Phillips, Oakes, Goodwin, and Crane, a certified public accounting firm Burley, Idaho.
May 2018: Zack Smith - A&E Engineering, a local engineering firm in Pocatello, ID
April 2018: Heaton Oakes - Zoology Department at Idaho State University
March 2018: Paula Arinze - Department of Sports Science and Physical Education at Idaho State University
February 2018: Saroj Lamichhane - Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT) at Idaho State University
January 2018: Joe Hughes - Veteran Student Services Center at Idaho State University
Nomination Information
To nominate your student intern, please provide a short paragraph that includes the student's name, internship duties/projects, and why the student deserves this award to jahsemil@isu.edu. Non-winning nominations will be considered for future months, so you only have to submit a nomination once per intern.
We review all nominations each month and pick the best and brightest intern to feature on ISU's main webpage, the News & Notes, as well as the Idaho State Journal. Interns will also receive an official certificate, a Chartwells' food voucher, CPI swag and bragging rights for the entire month!
Departments seeking an intern:
- Read and review the CPI Guidelines.
- Post internship description on Handshake (optional).
- Select student for desired position.*
- Send student to The Office of Human Resources to fill out all required HR forms.
- Complete the Electronic Personnel Action Form (EPAF) on Bengal Web and submit the CPI Agreement Form to the CPI Office (Stop 8108).
- Wait to receive approval email from the CPI Office confirming the internship’s start date.
*A fair, equitable, and consistent selection process should be followed by the hiring department.
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Off Campus CPI Procedure
- Read and review the CPI guidelines.
- Complete the Off Campus CPI Application.
- Watch for correspondence from the CPI office regarding the application.
- If funding is available, the off-campus organization can post the position on Handshake (contact the Career Center) or select a student through their own recruiting process. The student must be majoring/minoring in the college that is funding the position
- Select student and instruct them to contact the related college/department to start the required paperwork.
- Wait to receive approval email from the CPI Office confirming the internship’s start date.
- Ensure time cards are signed off by the off-campus supervisor and submitted to the ISU supervisor on a biweekly basis. Student interns may only work up to 20 hours per week.
- Communicate with the ISU supervisor on a regular basis to ensure high-quality internship opportunities.
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Students seeking a CPI
- Read and review the CPI guidelines.
- Contact the department or faculty member within your major/career or look on Handshake for current CPI internship opportunities.
- Apply for the internship.
- Work with the college/department to complete all required paperwork including the CPI Agreement Form and all HR documents.
- Wait to receive approval email from the CPI Office confirming the internship’s start date.
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