Foster Care Internship: Merrillville

Social Work Internship

Foster Care Internship:
Merrillville, IN

National Youth Advocate Program is accepting internship applications for the Summer 2026 and Fall 2026 semesters to our Foster Care team. In this role, you will get hands‑on experience working with the foster care population. During your internship with NYAP, you will also have the opportunity to observe other therapeutic areas throughout the agency to gain insight to the communities and clients we serve.

This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners.

This opportunity is for students enrolled in a Bachelor or Master of Social Work program from an accredited college or university.

• Working with foster care youth and foster parents
• Working in case management
• Learning diagnostic assessments and treatment plans
• Assessing and engaging with youth
• Observing interventions for youth
• Interacting with caregivers, parents, foster parents, school staff, office staff, and other mental health professionals
• Learning documentation and paperwork
• Traveling daily to provide community‑based services to youth and families

• Must be enrolled in either a Bachelor of Social Work or Master of Social Work program from an accredited college or university.
• An internship or field placement must be a requirement by the institution.
• Upon completion of the internship, the individual would receive credit towards their pursued degree.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.