In an effort to help student members see the benefit of their membership in TDIAI, and to encourage student members to attend the 2007 conference, the Student Membership Committee will be conducting a conference session entitled, “Success Strategies for Students of Forensic Science”.  In the session, we will provide students with information on disciplines within the forensics field and the general educational requirements for positions within those disciplines.

It is our belief that students who take the initiative to join the TDIAI and attend the conference are probably eager to learn and will likely perform well in an internship or entry level position. By completing this questionnaire and helping us gather relevant information for the students, you will begin the process of recruiting educated, motivated students to join our exciting field throughout Texas.

Feel free to add any information that you believe is important.  Please submit your completed questionnaire by May 15, 2007 to Jennifer Mezei, Student Membership Committee Chair, at Jennifer.Mezei@ci.austin.tx.us. 

1.  What is the name and location of your agency?

2.  What forensic disciplines are available at your agency?

3.  What are the minimum educational/experience requirements for positions within your forensics program?

4.  If different from above, what experience and education levels are generally desired (e.g., Associate’s Degree is required, but most new hires have at least a Bachelor’s Degree)?

5.  Do you hire recent college graduates?  If so, what entry level positions are available (e.g., Evidence Technician, Crime Scene, etc.)?

6.  Do you have any internships available?  If so, are your internships paid or unpaid?

7.  Is your agency affiliated with any college that offers course credit for internships?

8.  If you have a Crime Scene Unit, are your CSU employees and/or Evidence Technicians civilian or sworn?

9.  Do you offer tours and/or ride-alongs?

10.  Do you offer any training opportunities that might be available to college students?

11. Who is your primary contact person for student inquiries?