Child Welfare Intern - Spring '26

Internship Description

Research, review, and understand topics like DHS/Child Welfare mission statements, policies related to the Child Welfare Program, Child Welfare Practice Standards, and others as assigned.

Maintain documentation of internship activities and experiences;

Shadow, assist, and support Child Welfare with casework activities such as interviews, court proceedings, documentation,

Auxiliary tasks include assisting, supporting, and co-facilitating with assigned Child Welfare workers processes such as interviews, court proceedings, documentation,

Auxiliary tasks also include assisting Child Welfare specialists with facilitating family time, data entry, making referrals for services, creating individualized service plans, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• Students currently enrolled in an accredited Associates, Bachelor's, or Master's degree program requiring internship or practicum hours.