Social Work Internship

- School Year Social Work Internship

• Position Type:
  Other/ Internship
• Date Posted: 1/30/2026
• Closing Date: 03/31/2026

This internship provides a structured field placement experience for students enrolled in a CSWE-accredited Bachelor's or Master's in Social Work program and is designed to fulfill academic field requirements. The Social Work Intern will assist in delivering direct and indirect support to students and families, gain experience in multidisciplinary teamwork, and develop foundational social work competencies under close supervision.

• Assist with student/family assessments and support the development of intervention or care plans.
• Provide emotional and practical support to students and families under supervision.
• Coordinate with school staff and community partners to connect clients with appropriate resources.
• Maintain confidential and accurate documentation of services and observations.
• Participate in team meetings and case discussions, offering observations and learning from feedback.
• Observe and, when appropriate, assist with crisis intervention or support.
• Support school- or district-based programming, including educational workshops or group sessions.

• Enrollment in a CSWE-accredited Bachelor's or Master's in Social Work program, in good standing.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all settings.
• Commitment to ethical social work practice and a willingness to learn in a real-world environment.
• Dependability, initiative, and flexibility to meet the needs of the site placement.

• Receive weekly one-on-one supervision from a licensed social worker to integrate theory with practice.
• Participate in group supervision or field seminars when available.
• Follow district, site, and university policies and procedures, including those related to safety, confidentiality, and documentation.

• Apply social work knowledge in real-world practice under supervision.
• Build skills in client engagement, assessment, and intervention planning.
• Develop professional collaboration and documentation skills.
• Reflect on ethical decision-making and practice considerations.
• Integrate academic learning with practical, hands‑on experience.

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via  Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants will need to attach:
1) Cover Letter,
2) Resume,
3) Three (3) Letters of Reference.

Job postings will be closed for applications at 8:00 AM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed in the posting.

Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.

For more information or questions please call  or email sahrj.nd.us.

This position reports to: FPS Social Work Supervisor.