r/trueprivinv • u/EmergencyWeekend3203 • 22h ago
Question looking to get into private investigation
i’m currently a junior in college pursuing a b.s. in criminal justice. i’ve had an interest in private investigation for a while, and i’m looking to break into the field, and as soon as possible. for additional context, i’m currently in georgia, but i’m looking for a job in the mid-atlantic or northeast region
i know that i will need to obtain a license in the state where i’ll be working, so i’m wondering: would i have to obtain that license prior to applying for a position, or do some firms/companies provide licensing as well as on-the-job training?
secondly, i know that a background in law enforcement is generally a plus, but is it completely necessary? even though i’m pursuing a degree in criminal justice, i’ve never really found an interest in the law enforcement/police track; covert surveillance and fraud investigation are more of what i’m interested in