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Meaningful 
Social Justice 
Internships

Are you ready to shift your focus from theory 
to practice?

Your Gateway to a 
Fulfilling Career

JRI internships are a meaningful path to career advancement in behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and related fields. Opportunities are as varied as the programs that we offer. 

From field and educational work for complexly traumatized youth to transitional services, JRI interns have a range of programs to choose from to ensure that their work matches their BA and Masters programs, fulfills educational credits, and provides a framework for future success.
Find opportunities to apply your learning in ways that genuinely impact the lives of those we serve​​​.
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Who are JRI Interns?

Our interns typically come from Bachelor's or Master's programs in mental/behavioral health, social work, or human services. They are eager to transform classroom knowledge into real-world experience and actively engage in the field.

Why Intern at JRI?

At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Interns are integral to our mission. As a JRI intern, you'll contribute to providing essential human services for children, families, and individuals in need. You will challenge and reshape traditional service models through research-driven training and programming.
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A Foundation for 
Professional Growth

We support our interns and offer them opportunities for advancement. We also train them in clinical interventions and documentation skills and offer boots-on-the-ground participation in programs supporting youth, parents, and adults in social and educational settings. 

Interns have unique opportunities to acquire new skills and are integral to our multidisciplinary teams. You'll work on projects that make a real impact on the communities we serve.
Gain hands-on experience that positions you as a future leader in the social justice workforce​​​.
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Mentorship and Support

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At JRI, we ensure our interns feel fully supported as they dedicate their time and skills to our mission. Our Mentoring program matches seasoned mentors with mentees across the entire agency to foster post-internship connections and enrich professional development goals.

As part of our social justice commitment, we encourage everyone who works with us to engage in the multiple safe spaces for honest and open exchanges, sharing, caring, supporting, and learning.

Other safe spaces offer trauma-based support, and all forum participants are encouraged to provide suggestions for the JRI leadership team.

Our staff and interns reflect our communities and embody JRI’s deep commitment to social justice and human service​​​.
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Hear From Our Interns

  • “I think of my internship experience with JRI as a pivotal part of my social work education and my application of theories into practice. JRI provided me with access to various clinical experiences working with children, families, and groups, numerous training and learning opportunities, and an outpouring of support and supervision from my colleagues and supervisors. JRI not only granted me an invaluable internship experience, it offered me an environment to jumpstart my career and to cultivate the values that are most important to me as a social worker.”
    - Alexandra Correia
  • “I couldn't have done it without the financial, professional, and emotional support that JRI gave me. From a wonderful program director/field instructor helping me during my internship, and Futures helping to really motivate me and encourage me.”
    - Joshua Stennett

How to Apply

Explore the list of internship opportunities and complete the application.

View our complete list of internship opportunities.

Can’t find what you’re looking for or have questions? Please email [email protected].

Meet JRI’s Intern of 
the Year

Meet JRI’s Intern 
of the Year

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JRI's intensive residential treatment programs, clinics, and community-based services are accredited by the Joint Commission. JRI's residential schools, group homes, day habilitation and Huntington at Symphony are accredited by CARF.
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