56 students join police for work experience in Cornwall
A group of 56 students were given the opportunity to work alongside police officers and support staff to learn more about activity that goes on to keep communities safe across Cornwall.
The work experience programme offered the students, aged 14-15-years-old, a chance to meet with specialist police teams from the dog unit, drone unit, road casualty reduction unit and the neighbourhood support team.
Students also took part in practical exercises and drills throughout the week ending with a ‘passing out parade’ on the final day where they were presented with certificates recognising their participation.
PC Phil Rees, who helped to co-ordinate the week, said: “We were thrilled to welcome this year’s students to learn more about policing. There are so many career pathways within the force and I’m pleased that we were able to showcase some of them.
“Whether they choose a career in policing or not, connecting with young people like this is key in making sure that we form strong, positive and trusting relationships with this age group as they head into adulthood.
“We’ve had some great feedback following the week. Thank you to all the students and police officers who took part in the work experience, it was fantastic to have you on board.”
The week was also supported by officers from the British Transport Police and Police Cadets, as well as the Devon & Cornwall Police operations unit, who gave the students an insight into training which officers have to undertake.
The work experience was co-ordinated by Devon & Cornwall Police Youth Engagement Officers.
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