Fall Intern - Social Services/Employment Services

Join our dynamic team this fall and gain hands-on experience in Employment Services within the Department of Human Services/Social Services. This internship offers meaningful exposure to public service, workforce development, and case management.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Explains the employment services program
• Makes assessments of customer needs and develops employment plans, utilizing job search, work experience, education and training.
• Establishes and monitors self-sufficiency goals through information and assessment of customer background.
• Monitors case reports/records in accordance with regulations.
• Interviews persons for assistance, obtains necessary information
• Evaluates employability status of clients and explores potential sources of income
• Explains client responsibilities, rights and program availability;
• Refers clients to service worker as the result of overall assessment of situation;
• Prepares reports and maintains client records;

Benefits:

• Real-world experience in a government social services setting.
• Mentorship and networking opportunities.
• Contribution to meaningful community work.

Required Qualifications

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in serving the community and working with diverse populations.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for the following:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work.
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the worksite supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the worksite supervisor in an efficient manner.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship worksite.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate is a college student in good standing – preferably a junior, senior, or graduate student -who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, or who has graduated within the past year.