Applications are now available for the 2026 Hoboken Junior Police Academy this summer, which will take place at the Stevens Institute of Technology between July 13th and July 17th, with each session running between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.
By John Heinis/Hudson County View
“The academy is a highlight for our entire department each year because it’s about more than just showing what we do; it’s about building confidence, developing trust, and strengthening relationships,” Police Chief Steven Aguiar said in a statement.
“This program gives young residents the opportunity to learn about law enforcement, while also learning about themselves, face new challenges, and seeing firsthand what it means to serve their community. We can’t wait to meet this year’s class!”
The program is open to Hoboken residents ages 10 to 15 and is offered at no cost to families, and 30 applicants will be selected at random. It is co-sponsored by the Hoboken Police Department and the Hudson County Municipal Alliance.
Throughout the week, cadets will take part in classroom lessons, physical fitness training, and hands-on activities designed to introduce them to law enforcement, emergency services, and the criminal justice system.
The program emphasizes teamwork, confidence-building, leadership, and positive engagement with law enforcement.
Participants will work with Hoboken police officers, as well as partner agencies including Stevens Institute of Technology Police, New Jersey State Police, the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, and more.
Students will also participate in field trips and lunch will be provided each day.
Applications must be submitted by Friday, June 5th, and can be dropped off at Hoboken Police Headquarters, 106 Hudson St., or emailed to Sgt. Anthony Fesken at feskena@hobokenpdnj.gov or Police Officer Shelby Seickendick at Seickendicks@hobokenpdnj.gov.
For more information and to download the application, visit click here.
