Make a difference. Build your skills. Discover your potential.
This internship learning experience is for students who want meaningful, hands-on exposure to community-based work while developing skills for a future in helping professions. Our internship learning experiences are designed for students and emerging professionals who want hands-on exposure, meaningful mentorship, and a deeper understanding of real-world systems that support families.
What You’ll Learn & Experience
Interns who are placed with our organization engage in purposeful learning that supports both professional growth and community impact. Depending on placement, interns may have opportunities to:
Build foundational knowledge of child growth and development, including how milestones are assessed in practice
Recognize family strengths and risk factors, and learn how community-based protective resources support long-term wellbeing
Develop cultural humility, providing respectful, responsive services to individuals from diverse backgrounds
Apply child abuse prevention principles to real-life situations within a professional, ethical framework
Strengthen communication skills, including one-on-one interactions and group-based settings
Engage in self-reflection, increasing awareness of personal bias and identity as a helping professional
Learn how a mission-driven organization operates, including structure, collaboration, and day-to-day service delivery
This internship is intentionally designed to connect theory to practice while honoring learning, supervision, and ethical boundaries.
Our Values in Action
Our work — and our internship experiences — are guided by deeply held values:
Service – We center our work on the needs of children, families, and communities
Teamwork – Collaboration and mutual respect are essential to our impact
Resilience – We approach challenges with persistence, learning, and care
Integrity – We act ethically, responsibly, and transparently
Diversity – We value inclusion, cultural humility, and lived experience
Excellence – We strive for quality, accountability, and growth
Developing Potential – We believe in nurturing people at every stage of their journey
Interns are welcomed as learners and contributors within this values-driven environment.
Mentorship & Professional Growth
While internship roles vary, placements often include:
Structured supervision and mentorship
Exposure to real-world nonprofit and community systems
Opportunities to develop professional skills and confidence
Letters of recommendation when appropriate and based on performance and duration
Important Things to Know Before Applying
This is an unpaid internship and may be eligible for academic credit depending on your institution
The internship will run from May 2026-August 2026
We will only contact individuals if a potential placement is available and all required documentation is submitted
Incomplete submissions may not be reviewed
Required documentation:
This posting exists to create one clear, intentional place for internship interest — ensuring no inquiries are lost and every potential intern is considered thoughtfully.
Ready to Share Your Interest?
If you’re inspired by mission-driven work, committed to learning, and excited to grow as a helping professional, we invite you to complete the internship inquiry and screening questions. Your responses help us understand your goals, requirements, and areas of interest.
