Office of Diversion and Reentry Services (DRS)
The SJSU Student Internship Program, facilitated by DRS, aims to foster the educational and professional growth of students in Public Safety and Justice fields. Interns will support staff under supervision, aiding in tasks such as client registration and resource navigation. They will also undertake projects like policy research, survey administration, and data management to gain valuable experience for their future careers.
More than 20,000 clients have passed through the doors of the Reentry Resource Centers in San José and Gilroy, effectively slowing the rate of recidivism among formerly incarcerated individuals and helping individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds and oftentimes dealing with mental health & substance use issues. Together with our stakeholders, we strive to address the barriers that prevent individuals from successfully transitioning to their home communities.
Located within walking distance from the main jail, the Reentry Resource Center provides clients with access to immediate needs such as healthcare, nutrition, and public assistance as well as opportunities for job training, employment support, and education. These services not only help clients meet their basic needs but also help them to thrive by helping them regain a sense of self-worth and belonging in their home communities.
Sheriff deputies are on site to closely monitor the safety and security of the facility, as well as staff and visitors.
- Must be 18 or older
- POPULATION SERVED: Students will be working with "behaviorally challenged" populations.
- POPULATION SERVED: Students will be working with individuals who have a known criminal background or history of violent behavior.
- SITE LOCATION: The site is in a high-crime area or there are concerns about the parking and work areas being secure or adequately illuminated.
The Reentry Resource Center in San Jose conducts client registration and service triage 8 am-5 pm Monday through Friday. You can call 408-535-4299 for information.