Internship & Job Links for Social Services

Are you passionate about helping others, strengthening communities, or advocating for vulnerable populations? Careers in Social Services span a wide range of fields, including mental health, youth development, community outreach, housing, addiction recovery, and nonprofit case management.

Whether you’re preparing for graduate school or heading directly into the workforce, these internships and entry-level roles offer meaningful opportunities to serve others and develop professional skills.

Use this guide to:

  • Explore internships in human services, social work, and advocacy
  • Connect with nonprofits, health organizations, and community agencies
  • Prepare for careers in case management, outreach, counseling, and support services
  • Gain experience that supports applications to MSW or counseling grad programs

👉 Be sure to check Handshake for roles in social services, youth development, mental health, and nonprofit leadership—curated just for Augustana students.

Top Job Boards for Social Services & Human Services Roles

  • Idealist.org
    The leading nonprofit job board. Search for internships, entry-level positions, and mission-driven jobs in social work, housing, counseling, and community health.
  • National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Job Board
    Job board for social work internships and jobs across casework, mental health, schools, and government.
  • SocialService.com
    Listings for case managers, crisis intervention staff, counselors, and social workers in nonprofits, shelters, and behavioral health centers.
  • Chegg Internships – Social Work & Human Services
    Student-oriented search platform for internships in youth services, mental health, and community organizations.
  • Work for Good
    Focused on nonprofit careers. Includes roles in client services, program coordination, and advocacy work.

Organizations & Programs Offering Internships

  • AmeriCorps
    National service programs offering year-long positions in housing, education, health, and community development—often with an education award.
  • City Year
    A year of service working with youth in urban schools—great for those interested in education, counseling, or youth development.
  • Lutheran Services in America
    One of the largest faith-based networks in the U.S. Offers internships and jobs in housing, aging, child welfare, and behavioral health.
  • National Network to End Domestic Violence
    Internships and job listings with domestic violence shelters, advocacy organizations, and survivor services programs.
  • Crisis Text Line
    Volunteer remotely as a crisis counselor and receive intensive training in mental health support and crisis intervention.

Graduate School Prep & Experience-Building Roles

  • Youth Villages
    Entry-level roles for recent grads in behavioral and mental health support. Strong experience for future counselors or social workers.
  • The Trevor Project Internships
    Paid and volunteer roles focused on crisis intervention, LGBTQ+ mental health, and advocacy.
  • Public Allies
    10-month leadership and service program for students interested in social justice, youth work, and community organizing.
  • The Center for Court Innovation
    Internships in restorative justice, criminal justice reform, and victim advocacy—strong fit for students interested in law and social services.