Description
Fall/Winter/Spring Internship Opportunities
The Baby Fold | Normal, IL
Internship Type: Unpaid | Academic Credit Available
Requirements: Age 21 or older with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
BASIC FUNCTIONS: The Baby Fold is proud to offer meaningful internship experiences across several departments within our organization. We are committed to helping students gain hands-on learning, professional development, and real-world experience while contributing to our mission of serving children and families.
WHO SHOULD APPLY: Students who are:
Completing college or graduate level coursework.
Seeking practicum, clinical hours, or internship experiences.
Interested in supporting children, families, and community focused work.
Motivated to grow, learn, and contribute to a mission driven, non for profit organization.
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN:
Direct experience in your field of study.
Professional mentorship and supervision.
Opportunities to develop skills, knowledge, and confidence.
Exposure to a collaborative, supportive work environment.
Academic Credit.
CURRENT INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
1.Early Childhood Services
2. Academic Services
3. Intervention Services
4. Adoption Services
5. Public Relations
6. Finance/ Administration/ HR/ Quality Improvement
7. Information Services
8. Maintenance/ Facilities
EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION STATEMENT: The Baby Fold is committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusion, where each individual feels empowered and where our differences are celebrated. We encourage each other to engage in meaningful conversations, seek out different perspectives, and continually work to cultivate an environment where all ideas are valued.
Requirements
1. Currently pursuing a college degree.
2. Must be at least 21 years old.
3. Ability to meet DCFS driver eligibility requirements.
4. Willingness and ability to work evening / weekend hours as needed to meet the needs of the agency and the families we serve.
5. Demonstrated competence in serving a culturally diverse population.
6. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse workforce.
7. Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
8. Must pass necessary background checks.
9. Must be able to travel periodically for meetings, trainings, or program needs.
10. Ability to work cooperatively with staff within The Baby Fold, as well as with necessary collateral contacts.
11. Mission-oriented and willing to apply The Baby Fold’s mission and values to the performance of job responsibilities.
Skills Required
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Valid driver's license.
- Reliable transportation.
- Currently pursuing a college degree.
- Ability to meet DCFS driver eligibility requirements.
- Willingness and ability to work evening and weekend hours as needed.
- Demonstrated competence in serving a culturally diverse population.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse workforce.
- Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
- Must pass necessary background checks.
- Must be able to travel periodically for meetings, trainings, or program needs.
- Ability to work cooperatively with staff and necessary collateral contacts.
- Mission-oriented and willing to apply The Baby Fold's mission and values.
What We Do
The Baby Fold is a multi-service non-profit agency dedicated to the well-being of children and families since 1902. Serving over 1,200 people annually in Central Illinois, the organization provides a wide array of programs, including foster care, special education, adoption support, and autism services. It focuses on transforming lives by creating safe, loving, and healthy environments for children and youth with severe emotional and behavioral disabilities.
