The Position

Our internship program is designed to provide students with meaningful, real-world experience that complements their academic studies.

Responsibilities

• Support family strengthening and case management services
• Assist with community outreach and program delivery
• Engage in volunteer and group engagement initiatives
• Contribute to program administration, research, or special projects
• Observe trauma-informed and strengths-based practices in action

Requirements

• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree during the length of the program.
• Commit to working at least 16-24 hours per week during business hours with some evening availability.
• Strong academic record.
• Access to own housing and transportation to/from the assigned internship site.
• Must be comfortable working with children and adults of various ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, cultures, and religious beliefs.
• Able to give clear written and verbal instructions to people.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.

Company

Buckner Children and Family Services is a faith-based nonprofit organization committed to strengthening families and serving vulnerable children, seniors, and communities across Texas. Through our Family Hope Centers, Foster Care & Adoption programs, Family Pathways, and other community-based services, interns gain hands-on exposure to holistic, relationship-centered human services work.