Fall Intern - Social Services​/Services Chesapeake

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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.

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

• 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.

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.

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.