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Graduate-Level Social Work Internship (Summer 2026)
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Norfolk

Type

part-time

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About this role

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Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25


Location:

Norfolk, NE


Hiring Rate:

$23.000


Job Posting:

JR2026-00022460 Graduate-Level Social Work Internship (Summer 2026) (Evergreen) (Open)


Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

03-27-2026


Job Description:

The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking motivated and compassionate graduate-level Social Work students currently enrolled in a Master of Social Work (MSW) program to join our team as Social Work Interns. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting individuals, families, and communities while developing professional social work skills under licensed supervision.

Interns will gain exposure to assessment, case management, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration while applying social work theory and ethical practice in a real-world setting.

Application Review: March 1st
Application Deadline: March 27th

Onsite Location: Norfolk Regional Center in Norfolk, NE


 

Internship Responsibilities

  • Assist with client assessments, psychosocial evaluations, and service planning under supervision

  • Support case management activities, including referrals, coordination of services, and follow-up

  • Participate in individual, family, or group-based interventions, as appropriate to the setting

  • Maintain accurate and timely case documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers, clinicians, and other professionals

  • Observe and support crisis intervention and problem-solving efforts

  • Uphold confidentiality, professional ethics, and social work best practices


 

Requirements/ Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university (two-to-four-year institution) OR recently graduated (within one year) from an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university (two-to-four-year institution).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Current enrollment in a Master of Social Work (MSW) program from an accredited institution

  • Completion of foundational coursework in social work practice, ethics, and human behavior

  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to engage respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences

  • Commitment to ethical, client-centered, and trauma-informed practice

  • Ability to complete required background checks and pre-service training

What You’ll Gain

  • Supervised field experience aligned with MSW program and practicum requirements

  • Practical experience in assessment, documentation, case management, and intervention

  • Exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration and professional social work environments

  • Opportunities to apply classroom learning to real-world practice

  • Professional supervision and mentorship to support skill development and career readiness

  • Preparation for post-graduate social work roles in public service, behavioral health, or human services


 

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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Other facts

Tech stack
Assessment,Case Management,Documentation,Interdisciplinary Collaboration,Crisis Intervention,Communication,Organizational Skills,Interpersonal Skills,Ethical Practice,Client-Centered Practice,Trauma-Informed Practice

About State of Nebraska

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Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Government Administration
Founding Year: 1900

What you'll do

  • Interns will assist with client assessments, case management activities, and participate in interventions. They will also maintain accurate case documentation and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

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