Internships start in September. Internships starting at other times are considered on a case-by-case basis. Reach out to internships@jbfcs.org if you have questions.
Internships
Create moments that matter.
The Jewish Board’s offers professional development to students in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, and Creative Arts Therapy. Interns assist in delivering health and human services for community recovery.
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We are recruiting interns for next Fall right now! MSW and BSW students must contact their school field placement offices to apply. MHC and CAT students can apply directly on their own. To apply, click here.
Our internship program only accepts students from affiliated schools. School administrators can request to become affiliates by filling out our Internship Affiliation Request Form. If you are a student, please contact your school’s field placement office so that they can initiate an affiliation with us. If you have questions, please email us at internships@jbfcs.org.
Our Affiliated Schools
Social Work
Adelphi
Aurora (online)
College of Staten Island
Columbia
Fordham
Fordham Online
Hunter
Lehman
LIU
Mercy College
NYU
Rutgers
Stonybrook
Touro
University of New England (Online)
Yeshiva
York College
Mental Health Counseling
Alfred
CUNY (all)
Fordham
Touro
Walden
Art Therapy
LIU
NYU
Pratt
Our Benefits: Bigger Means Better
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Paid Stipends
All graduate-level interns will receive a $2500 stipend for the year.
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Skill Development
Gain essential skills and competencies that are crucial for success and a pathway for career growth.
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Goal Setting
Receive support in establishing learning goals and creating actionable plans to achieve them.
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Career Preparation
Participate in trainings and discussion groups, including evidence-based practices to prepare for the workforce in various roles.
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Peer Community
Collaborate, problem solve, empower and support one another throughout the year.
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Shadowing
You will also be provided the opportunity to shadow the work of peer interns in various programs.
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Employment Opportunities
Explore employment opportunities at The Jewish Board with direct support from our Human Resources team and career coaching by the student learning coordinator.
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Residency Consideration
Get priority consideration for our Social Work Residency program after obtaining an MSW degree.
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I love interning at The Jewish Board. I appreciate learning new aspects of the department I work in and growing in ways that I didn't even expect.”
Ilana
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I am grateful to have had this experience with my placement. The knowledge I have gained has been invaluable.”
Michael
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My supervisor and the agency has not only given me the confidence but also makes it comfortable for me to ask any questions.”
Shauna
FAQ
When do internships start?
What flexibility do you offer for busy students?
Our sites have various scheduling needs, so we are often able to match students with busy schedules with sites that can accommodate them.
Do you take spring students?
Internships start in September. Internships starting at other times are considered on a case-by-case basis. Reach out to internships@jbfcs.org if you have questions.
Do we take students for summer internships?
We do not have summer interns at this time.
Can I intern at The Jewish Board if I’m already an employee?
Yes, employees in good standing are encouraged to apply! Please go to our internet and search for the “Internship Placement Request Form.”
What kind of training will I get as an intern?
In addition to agency-wide trainings, interns also benefit from monthly trainings on designated clinical and behavioral health topics throughout their internship year.
Will my supervisor be on site?
You will always have a supervisor on site. It will either be your SIFI supervisor (for MSW students) or a task supervisor.
Are there stipends and how do they work?
Only graduate-level MSW, MHC, and CAT students are eligible for stipends. Stipends are dispersed via direct deposit within 60 days of students starting their internship.
What can I do if my school does not have an affiliation with The Jewish Board?
Your school can fill out our Internship Affiliation Request Form. Your next step should be reaching out to your school’s field placement office and asking them to fill out the form.
I work at a school field placement office and we’re interested in partnering with The Jewish Board. What’s the process?
You can fill out our Internship Affiliation Request Form to begin the process.
I have more questions! Who can I ask them to?
We’re here to help: please reach out to us at internships@jbfcs.org
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