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 Education, Government & Public Sector, and Non-Profit & Social Services, with Children's Home, Brave Health, and Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital among the employers posting roles now.
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Why We're Here:
At Brave Health, we are driven by a deep commitment to transform lives by expanding access to compassionate, high-quality mental health care. By harnessing the power of technology, we break down barriers and bring mental health treatment directly to those who need it most—wherever they are. As a community health-centered organization, we are dedicated to ensuring that no one is left behind. Nearly 1 in 4 people in the U.S. receive healthcare through Medicaid, yet two-thirds of providers don’t accept it. Brave Health is stepping up to close this gap by making mental health care accessible, affordable, and life-changing for all.
Job description
We are looking for full-time Associate Therapists to join our team and provide outpatient services through our telehealth program!
Benefits: Our team works 100% remotely from their own homes!
W2, Full-time
Monday - Friday schedule; No weekends! Shift options include 10am-7pm and 11am-8pm Eastern
Comprehensive benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, vision benefits along with liability insurance covered and annual stipend for growth & education opportunities
Additional compensation offered to bilingual candidates (Spanish)!
We not only partner with commercial health plans, but are also a licensed Medicaid and Medicare provider and see patients across the lifespan
Requirements:
Master's level degree and licensure
Candidates must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future. At this time, we are unable to support employment authorization tied to temporary or employer-dependent visa statuses.
Work from home space must have privacy for patient safety and HIPAA purposes
Fluency in English, Spanish preferred; proficiency in other languages a plus
Skills:
Knowledge of mental health and/or substance abuse diagnosis
Treatment planning
Comfortable with utilizing technology at all points of the day, including telehealth software, video communication, and internal communication tools
Experience working in partnership with clients to achieve goals
Ability to utilize comprehensive assessments
Ready to apply? Here’s what to expect next:
It’s important to our team that we review your application and get back to you with next steps quickly. To help streamline the process and make the most of your time, we’ll send a brief questionnaire after you apply. This will gather some baseline information and help ensure a more productive conversation with our team.
If there is a mutual fit, we’ll match you with the right senior recruiter to move forward in the process.
Brave Health is very proud of our diverse team who cares for a diverse population of patients. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all applicants from every background and life experience to apply.
Compensation Range: $55.1K - $57K
Why We're Here:
At Brave Health, we are driven by a deep commitment to transform lives by expanding access to compassionate, high-quality mental health care. By harnessing the power of technology, we break down barriers and bring mental health treatment directly to those who need it most—wherever they are. As a community health-centered organization, we are dedicated to ensuring that no one is left behind. Nearly 1 in 4 people in the U.S. receive healthcare through Medicaid, yet two-thirds of providers don’t accept it. Brave Health is stepping up to close this gap by making mental health care accessible, affordable, and life-changing for all.
Job description
We are looking for full-time Associate Therapists to join our team and provide outpatient services through our telehealth program!
Benefits: Our team works 100% remotely from their own homes!
W2, Full-time
Monday - Friday schedule; No weekends! Shift options include 10am-7pm and 11am-8pm Eastern
Comprehensive benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, vision benefits along with liability insurance covered and annual stipend for growth & education opportunities
Additional compensation offered to bilingual candidates (Spanish)!
We not only partner with commercial health plans, but are also a licensed Medicaid and Medicare provider and see patients across the lifespan
Requirements:
Master's level degree and licensure
Candidates must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States that does not require employer sponsorship now or in the future. At this time, we are unable to support employment authorization tied to temporary or employer-dependent visa statuses.
Work from home space must have privacy for patient safety and HIPAA purposes
Fluency in English, Spanish preferred; proficiency in other languages a plus
Skills:
Knowledge of mental health and/or substance abuse diagnosis
Treatment planning
Comfortable with utilizing technology at all points of the day, including telehealth software, video communication, and internal communication tools
Experience working in partnership with clients to achieve goals
Ability to utilize comprehensive assessments
Ready to apply? Here’s what to expect next:
It’s important to our team that we review your application and get back to you with next steps quickly. To help streamline the process and make the most of your time, we’ll send a brief questionnaire after you apply. This will gather some baseline information and help ensure a more productive conversation with our team.
If there is a mutual fit, we’ll match you with the right senior recruiter to move forward in the process.
Brave Health is very proud of our diverse team who cares for a diverse population of patients. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all applicants from every background and life experience to apply.
Compensation Range: $55.1K - $57K
Social Work Assistant Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- 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 44% 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 56% 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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