Intern - Criminal Investigations Bureau

Summary

Intern - Criminal Investigations BureauCo-op/Intern Job Description Agency Overview The Department of Revenue's core mission is to collect the revenues required to support the business of the Commonwealth, to make a difference in the lives of children by enforcing the financial responsibilities of parenthood, and to assist Massachusetts cities and towns in sound and efficient fiscal management. Our vision is to conduct our operations in a manner that inspires public confidence in government by administering and enforcing tax, child support and municipal finance laws in ways that are innovative, customer-focused, and transparent Bureau/Division Overview The Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) is comprised of experienced investigators, attorneys, and support personnel that investigate violations of the Commonwealth's tax laws. On tobacco-related investigations, the CIB works closely with the Illegal Tobacco Task Force and with civil tobacco inspectors from the Department's Miscellaneous Excise Bureau. The mission of CIB is to preserve the integrity of the Commonwealth's tax system by investigating and seeking prosecution of tax-related crimes that will generate the maximum deterrent effect, enhance voluntary compliance, and promote public confidence in the tax system. Position Summary The Department seeks an Investigative Intern for its Criminal Investigations Bureau. The intern will assist Tax Fraud Investigators and other CIB personnel with investigations. This is a great opportunity to obtain hands-on investigative experience while also learning various facets of state tax law including, but not limited to: tax evasion, money laundering, and tobacco smuggling. The chance to assist with tobacco inspections in the field is also a possibility based on experience, interest, and availability. The Bureau works in a hybrid model (part remote and part in-office in Boston). The opportunity is for January through May; Part-time or Full-time. Core Responsibilities · Performing investigative research. · Reviewing surveillance video. · Conducting data analysis of financial records. · Preparing reports of investigation or assisting with the drafting of affidavits. · Observing legal proceedings for criminal or civil cases. · Assisting in the inspection of tobacco licensees. Preferred Qualifications · Interest in intelligence analysis and criminal or financial investigations. · The ability to prioritize, adapt, and respond to a wide range of investigative assignments.An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.Official Title : Contracted Student Interns

Job Description

Intern - Criminal Investigations BureauCo-op/Intern Job Description Agency Overview The Department of Revenue's core mission is to collect the revenues required to support the business of the Commonwealth, to make a difference in the lives of children by enforcing the financial responsibilities of parenthood, and to assist Massachusetts cities and towns in sound and efficient fiscal management. Our vision is to conduct our operations in a manner that inspires public confidence in government by administering and enforcing tax, child support and municipal finance laws in ways that are innovative, customer-focused, and transparent Bureau/Division Overview The Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) is comprised of experienced investigators, attorneys, and support personnel that investigate violations of the Commonwealth's tax laws. On tobacco-related investigations, the CIB works closely with the Illegal Tobacco Task Force and with civil tobacco inspectors from the Department's Miscellaneous Excise Bureau. The mission of CIB is to preserve the integrity of the Commonwealth's tax system by investigating and seeking prosecution of tax-related crimes that will generate the maximum deterrent effect, enhance voluntary compliance, and promote public confidence in the tax system. Position Summary The Department seeks an Investigative Intern for its Criminal Investigations Bureau. The intern will assist Tax Fraud Investigators and other CIB personnel with investigations. This is a great opportunity to obtain hands-on investigative experience while also learning various facets of state tax law including, but not limited to: tax evasion, money laundering, and tobacco smuggling. The chance to assist with tobacco inspections in the field is also a possibility based on experience, interest, and availability. The Bureau works in a hybrid model (part remote and part in-office in Boston). The opportunity is for January through May; Part-time or Full-time. Core Responsibilities · Performing investigative research. · Reviewing surveillance video. · Conducting data analysis of financial records. · Preparing reports of investigation or assisting with the drafting of affidavits. · Observing legal proceedings for criminal or civil cases. · Assisting in the inspection of tobacco licensees. Preferred Qualifications · Interest in intelligence analysis and criminal or financial investigations. · The ability to prioritize, adapt, and respond to a wide range of investigative assignments.An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.Official Title : Contracted Student Interns