Q&A: Where can I find internships in the fields of social services?
Question by seekinganswers1: Where can I find internships in the fields of social services?
I’m a college junior and I’m looking for internship that deals with social services. I want to be a social worker and I want to get some experience while I’m still in school. I live in New York City and I prefer to find internships here. Is there any organizations I can get in touch with or websites that list internships? Any help with be appreciated. By the way, my college doesn’t offer or assist with internships.
Best answer:
Answer by bejay
Hi I’m not in the States but am a Social Worker here in OZ.
The way we operate here is that depending on your age, we do encourage voluntary work usually through Community, Charity or Religious agencies[non Government agencies].
Mainstream agencies [Government - Private] are reluctant to take on any one not formally studying the Social Sciences. [insurances e.t.c.]
I do supervise Social Work Students [Undergrad] in my work place.
Hope that gives you some ideas.
All the best & if you do take on SW consider a year in OZ!
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