What is it really like to be a community police officer? Would a police career be a good match for you? Try our realistic job preview and integrated self-assessment below. This virtual ride along will take you through 10 scenarios common to police work. Watch the scenarios and answer the questions after each to assess your fit to the law enforcement profession. At the end, you can also see how your work values and interests align with officers in the field today!
Videos are also available individually on Discover Policing in the For Educators tab. Download the self-assessment questions to guide classroom / group discussions or individual self-reflection.
Tweet-Along's
A Tweet-along is a real-time social media event where a police department shares live updates on X (or other platforms) while officers are on patrol. These updates often include photos, videos, and descriptions of calls for service, community interactions, and behind-the-scenes insights to provide transparency to the community. Below are a few examples of Tweet-alongs for reference.