Internships

We are committed to providing college students with internships that enable them to translate academic knowledge into professional work experience. Pinebrook has internship positions available for students seeking to fulfill course requirements or to achieve practical experience in the child welfare/behavioral health field.

To apply for internships, the faculty advisor and/or student should contact Pinebrook’s Human Resource department to discuss internship opportunities, course requirements and qualifications for the positions. During an initial interview, students are expected to supply a cover letter, resume, references and current criminal clearances. Students are provided with a job description and orientation to Pinebrook’s programs and services. Candidates then meet with the internship supervisor, who reviews the intern’s responsibilities and the agency’s expectations. This is done in an effort to ensure the quality of the internship experience.

Throughout their internships, students meet regularly with their supervisor for feedback and guidance. The supervisor will submit written evaluations of the student’s performance to the faculty advisor, according to the school’s requirements. Upon the conclusion of the internship, students are asked to complete an evaluation of their experience at Pinebrook.

Current internship opportunities:

ANY LEVEL

• Child Welfare: Supervise family visits and assist casework staff with their daily operations.
  
• Development Research: Assist the development department with public relations, marketing, and grant writing.
  
• Finance: Assist the fiscal department with report analysis, daily accounting, and billing.
  
• Human Resources: Assist with recruiting, employee relations, and other daily and long-term HR functions.
  
• Intake: Assist with referrals and placements for children entering care.
  
• Outcome Measurement: Assist with data and trend analysis, graphics preparation, and program evaluation.
  
• Summer Intervention Program: Work with at-risk youth in an seven-week therapeutic program.
  
• Administration: Learn general operating functions at one of northeast Pennsylvania’s premier private, nonprofit organizations
  

MASTER’S LEVEL

• Adoption Caseworker: Assist with profiles, matching, and supervision of pre-adoptive placements.
  
• Foster Care Caseworker: Work with children and families to provide case management services.
  
• Psychotherapist: Provide therapy to children, youth, and their families.
  

DOCTORAL LEVEL

• Psychologist: Provide therapy and assessment to children, youth and their families under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.

To apply for internships online, send your resume and cover letter to Carol Remmel, Director of Human Resources, at .