Social Work Assistant Internships
Social work assistant internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working alongside clients and case managers, mentorship from working social work assistants, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Government & Public Sector and Non-Profit & Social Services, with Children's Home, Thriveworks, and OhioGuidestone among the employers posting roles now.
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Thriveworks is currently seeking provisionally licensed individuals pursuing Florida Licensure as a Licensed Social Work Candidate in Florida
to provide telehealth sessions.
About the job
Thriveworks is a mental health care company founded by clinicians in 2008 and still led by them today. With 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model, we serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and we're growing. In addition to working directly with clients, we partner with health systems and primary care providers because we believe mental health is inseparable from physical health. As a clinician-led organization, we're built to support the people who do this work with the tools, community, and stability you need to build a career that lasts.
About the Role
We’re hiring licensed clinicians to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to our more than 175,000 clients across the country. You may be a good fit for this role if you’re:
Approved by the board as a RCSWI
Must be seeking independent licensure and living in Florida
A graduate of an approved 60-credit hour program
Graduate or Post-graduate work experience in a counseling setting treating depression and anxiety is required
Graduate or Post-graduate work experience independently conducting intakes and diagnosing (preferred) according to the current DSM-5 under a licensed supervisor.
Consistently available to clients for a minimum of 25 sessions with 30 hours of availability weekly
A behavioral health generalist who is open to treating a variety of clients, including couples and children
Invested in helping your clients achieve measurable progress
Confident working with modern clinical technology, including telehealth and EHR tools
A good teammate — we’re building a clinical community and value positive contributors
Compensation
Up to $60,500 based on licensure type, session volume, and bonus opportunities. Full-time clinicians are eligible for health insurance, student loan repayment assistance, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored benefits.
How We Support You
We handle the administrative work so you can focus on what you do best: providing exceptional care. That means credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support taken care of for you, plus paid orientation and training to get you started. You'll build a full caseload within 90 days of credentialing, with flexible scheduling available seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET.
Benefits
As a W2 employee, you'll be eligible to receive:
Guaranteed bi-weekly pay for completed sessions
FREE group and individual clinical supervision provided
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with employer matching
Paid time off
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
CEU reimbursement and free in-house training
Student loan repayment assistance
Our Community
Being a clinician can feel isolating, especially in a telehealth world. We're built to make sure it doesn't. You'll have access to live clinical support, monthly case consultations, and a vibrant online and in-person community of more than 2,700 licensed providers. All clinical leadership is promoted from within, so the people supporting you have been exactly where you are.
Ready to Join Us?
Apply today to become part of a team that’s changing mental health care for clients and clinicians alike.
#LI-Remote #LI-MS1
Interested in joining Team Thriveworks? We're thrilled to meet you!
With Job scams becoming more and more frequent, here's how to know you're speaking with a real member of our team:
- Our recruiters and other team members will only email you from thriveworks@myworkday.com or an @thriveworks.com email address.
- Our recruiters and other team members may also contact you via text or phone to schedule an interview.
- A google meets interview invitation will be sent via email and will only come from an @thriveworks.com email address.
- Our interviews will take place over Google Meet (not Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or any other platform).
- We will never ask you to purchase or send us equipment.
If you see a scam related to Thriveworks, please report it to infosec@thriveworks.com. You can contact employment@thriveworks.com with any questions or concerns.
Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.
By clicking Apply, you acknowledge that Thriveworks may contact you regarding your application.
Thriveworks is currently seeking provisionally licensed individuals pursuing Florida Licensure as a Licensed Social Work Candidate in Florida
to provide telehealth sessions.
About the job
Thriveworks is a mental health care company founded by clinicians in 2008 and still led by them today. With 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model, we serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and we're growing. In addition to working directly with clients, we partner with health systems and primary care providers because we believe mental health is inseparable from physical health. As a clinician-led organization, we're built to support the people who do this work with the tools, community, and stability you need to build a career that lasts.
About the Role
We’re hiring licensed clinicians to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to our more than 175,000 clients across the country. You may be a good fit for this role if you’re:
Approved by the board as a RCSWI
Must be seeking independent licensure and living in Florida
A graduate of an approved 60-credit hour program
Graduate or Post-graduate work experience in a counseling setting treating depression and anxiety is required
Graduate or Post-graduate work experience independently conducting intakes and diagnosing (preferred) according to the current DSM-5 under a licensed supervisor.
Consistently available to clients for a minimum of 25 sessions with 30 hours of availability weekly
A behavioral health generalist who is open to treating a variety of clients, including couples and children
Invested in helping your clients achieve measurable progress
Confident working with modern clinical technology, including telehealth and EHR tools
A good teammate — we’re building a clinical community and value positive contributors
Compensation
Up to $60,500 based on licensure type, session volume, and bonus opportunities. Full-time clinicians are eligible for health insurance, student loan repayment assistance, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored benefits.
How We Support You
We handle the administrative work so you can focus on what you do best: providing exceptional care. That means credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support taken care of for you, plus paid orientation and training to get you started. You'll build a full caseload within 90 days of credentialing, with flexible scheduling available seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET.
Benefits
As a W2 employee, you'll be eligible to receive:
Guaranteed bi-weekly pay for completed sessions
FREE group and individual clinical supervision provided
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with employer matching
Paid time off
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
CEU reimbursement and free in-house training
Student loan repayment assistance
Our Community
Being a clinician can feel isolating, especially in a telehealth world. We're built to make sure it doesn't. You'll have access to live clinical support, monthly case consultations, and a vibrant online and in-person community of more than 2,700 licensed providers. All clinical leadership is promoted from within, so the people supporting you have been exactly where you are.
Ready to Join Us?
Apply today to become part of a team that’s changing mental health care for clients and clinicians alike.
#LI-Remote #LI-MS1
Interested in joining Team Thriveworks? We're thrilled to meet you!
With Job scams becoming more and more frequent, here's how to know you're speaking with a real member of our team:
- Our recruiters and other team members will only email you from thriveworks@myworkday.com or an @thriveworks.com email address.
- Our recruiters and other team members may also contact you via text or phone to schedule an interview.
- A google meets interview invitation will be sent via email and will only come from an @thriveworks.com email address.
- Our interviews will take place over Google Meet (not Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or any other platform).
- We will never ask you to purchase or send us equipment.
If you see a scam related to Thriveworks, please report it to infosec@thriveworks.com. You can contact employment@thriveworks.com with any questions or concerns.
Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.
By clicking Apply, you acknowledge that Thriveworks may contact you regarding your application.
Social Work Assistant Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector
- Non-Profit & Social Services
Tips for Your Social Work Assistant Internship Search
Apply before the fall recruiting window closes
Large agencies, hospital networks, and nonprofit organizations recruit summer social work assistant interns starting in September and October of the prior year. Smaller organizations and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so check listings throughout the year rather than waiting for spring.
Build a portfolio before your first application
Hiring teams for social work assistant internships expect limited work history, so give them something concrete to assess. Document service-learning placements, practicum hours, or class projects as case studies that name the client population, the intervention approach, and what you observed or contributed. A one-page summary of a field placement outperforms a generic resume at this stage.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and social work faculty and career center staff often know which agencies recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to organizations running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool of opportunities you reach.
Practice the social work assistant intern screen before submitting applications
Most social work assistant intern interviews include scenario-based questions where you walk through how you would respond to a client situation or a case coordination challenge. Practice out loud, explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you think through ambiguous situations as much as the answer you land on.
Target structured cohort programs built for early-career candidates
Many larger agencies, health systems, and government departments run cohort internship programs designed to train people new to social services. These programs pair interns with supervisors, include structured learning components, and recruit early in the cycle. Identify the ones that match your interests and submit in the first application wave, since spots fill before the general market opens.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 46% of the social work assistant internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to, whether that is on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start reviewing listings, then filter by location and work type so you are not spending time on roles you cannot realistically accept.
Social Work Assistant Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a social work assistant internship?
Lead with coursework and direct client-facing projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A case study or documented service-learning project gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where social services recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person and can verify are enrolled.
Can a social work assistant internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for social work assistant interns is consistent performance on real casework, whether the team has open headcount when the internship ends, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position for the offer without counting on it by treating every assignment as evaluated work.
When should I apply for social work assistant internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large agencies and nonprofit networks recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September. Smaller organizations and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single hiring season, and prioritize large-employer deadlines when they open.
Are social work assistant internships paid?
Most professional social work assistant internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by organization size, industry, and location, and listings show pay where the employer discloses it. Nonprofit and government placements sometimes offer stipends rather than hourly wages, so read each listing carefully to understand how compensation is structured before applying.
What should a social work assistant internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Feature two or three documented service-learning projects, field placements, or practicum experiences, naming the populations served, interventions used, and any case documentation tools you worked with. Add relevant coursework in social welfare, counseling, or human development. Keep the resume to one page, since hiring teams at this level prioritize depth over length.
Are there remote social work assistant internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 54% of the social work assistant internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts in roles like case coordination support, data entry for client records, and community outreach fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get social work assistant internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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