Intern Program

The Coroner’s Section of the Yolo County Sheriff’s Office enjoys a proven and highly successful Coroner Student Internship program. The program provides an outstanding opportunity for college students to gain practical, hands-on experience in the field of Death Investigations. The Yolo County Sheriff’s Office Coroner’s Student Intern program, which began in 1993, selects five interns each year from a wealth of applicants.

The following Policy and Procedure outlined for the Coroner Student Internship include Requirements, and Duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

One year commitment
Active student at a local university or junior college
Human Anatomy (may be concurrent). Human Physiology also desired
Computer proficiency in word processing and data entry
Superior communication skills (oral and written)
Current California State Driver’s License

Coroner Student Intern Duties

Assist Deputy Coroners with scene investigations
Assist Deputy Coroners with morgue/lab processing
Follow-up investigation
Attend forensic autopsies/external examinations

If you are interested in becoming a Coroner Student Intern or have any further questions please email for more information.