Coroner's Office Forensic Science Academy Participant

Boulder County Coroner's Office is offering opportunities for multiple Forensic Science Academy Participants to engage with in a safe, controlled environment to learn about the roles, responsibilities, and challenges of working in death investigations, or a morgue setting.

This is not a paid or benefited position. Participants will attend one 3-hour session, 9:00am - 1:00pm on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 located at the Boulder County Coroner's Office, 5610 Flatiron Parkway, Boulder, CO.

Hiring Salary Range
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Unpaid

• Phone Screening:
  March 3rd

Forensic Science Academy participants will be immersed in staged learning sessions to gain insight into the operations of a coroner's office. Attendee activities include an overview of Coroner responsibilities, Colorado statutes that shape coroner's office, a staged death scene using a mannequin, and a virtual autopsy. This Forensic Science Academy is for students currently studying forensic science, health science, or criminal justice that are interested in learning more about the components of death investigation.

To preserve the integrity of our service to community members, attendees will not observe or make contact with persons in our care, nor access case investigation records.

• Current college student of a nationally accredited college or university, with a concentration in an applicable field of study such as health or human science, forensic science, or criminal justice.
• High school students at least 16 years of age with a career interest in the field.
  • For high school students age 16 or 17, a signed parent/guardian consent to participate is required.
  • Additionally, one letter of support from a current high school educator, or from a professional in a related field is required.

Applicants that are not current students, will not be considered.

• Applicants must attach a cover letter that explains interest in attending the Boulder County Coroner's Forensic Science Academy.
• A clearance will be completed of all selected attendees to ensure CJIS compliance for building access.
• For applicants ages 16 and 17, a signed consent from parent or guardian is required.
• All attendees must sign a confidentiality agreement, and agree to a background check.

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.