Agape Child & Family Services is currently seeking dedicated interns to support our mission of strengthening children and families through Christ-centered community engagement. As a poverty-reduction initiative, Agape, through its place-based strategy, Powerlines Community Network (PCN), implements a Two-Generation (2Gen)/whole family paradigm. This internship provides hands-on experience in social services, nonprofit operations, and community outreach.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with case management, client support, and program coordination
- Conduct research, data collection, and analysis to improve program effectiveness
- Support event planning, workshops, and outreach initiatives
- Collaborate with staff on administrative tasks and community engagement projects
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in all interactions
- Maintain positive and effective relationships and communication with Agape staff.
- Serve as an advocate for Agape Child & Family Services and the communities we serve.
As an Intern with Agape, you will:
- Gain valuable real-world experience in the nonprofit and social services sectors
- Network with professionals in the field and receive mentorship
- Work a flexible schedule based on availability and program needs
- Potentially receive academic credit, depending on university requirements
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
- Some walking and standing.
- Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at a time.
Interns must be currently enrolled in or have recently completed a degree in Social Work, Psychology, Nonprofit Management, Counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university. The ideal Intern must have a passion for serving children and families in need, strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and proven ability as a problem solver and self-starter. Demonstrated computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite and general computer skills. The Inten candidate must have an automobile available for business use and maintain a current driver’s license and current auto insurance with acceptable coverage levels. Will be required to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends as needed. Candidate must be willing to engage in Agape’s Performance Quality and Improvement (also known as Continuous Quality Improvement) standards of quality & excellence.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree in Social Work, Psychology, Nonprofit Management, Counseling, or related field from an accredited college or university
- Passion for serving children and families in need
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability as a problem solver and self-starter
- Demonstrated computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite
- Automobile available for business use, current driver's license, and current auto insurance with acceptable coverage
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as needed
- Willingness to maintain confidentiality, adhere to ethical standards, and engage in Performance Quality and Improvement (Continuous Quality Improvement)
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
What We Do
Agape Child & Family Services is a Christian-based organization dedicated to providing children and families with healthy homes throughout the Mid-South. It offers a range of wrap-around services, including foster care, adoption, homeless services, maternity services, counseling, and school-based initiatives, focusing on the physical, psychological, and spiritual needs of under-resourced populations to provoke community restoration.
