About the role#
Buckner International offers hands-on experience in human services through our community-based programs. This internship provides students with a view into how non-profits operate and how to serve families in underserved communities. You will work directly with our teams to support our mission of strengthening families and children.
What you'll do#
- Support family strengthening and case management services.
- Assist with community outreach and program delivery.
- Engage in volunteer and group activities.
- Contribute to program administration, research, or special projects.
- Observe trauma-informed and strengths-based practices in action.
- Collaborate with team members across various departments.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an accredited college or university, pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.
- A strong academic record.
- Comfort working with children and adults of various ages, cultures, religious beliefs, and backgrounds.
- Ability to provide clear written and verbal instructions.
- Access to your own housing and transportation to the site.
- Availability to work 16 to 24 hours per week.
Location & details#
- Location: Longview, Texas.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site, in-person internship.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid educational placement.
- Preferred Majors: Sociology, Public Health, Communications, Marketing, or related fields.
About Buckner International
Buckner International is a faith-based social service organization founded in 1879. The company operates out of Dallas, Texas, and employs 569 people. It provides services including foster care, adoption, and retirement programs. The organization serves people in the United States and other countries.
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