INTERN-UCDVS​/COURT​/FJC

Internships Available:
Client & Community Services (Unpaid)

BHcare, Inc. | Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services & HOPE Family Justice Center

Are you passionate about social justice, advocacy, and supporting individuals impacted by domestic and family violence? BHcare, Inc. is seeking motivated, compassionate students for internship opportunities across our domestic violence programs. These internships provide hands‑on learning in a supportive, trauma‑informed environment while contributing to meaningful community impact.

Interns gain exposure to direct services, advocacy, outreach, and program operations while working closely with experienced professionals.

This internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in:

• Social Work
• Psychology
• Human Services
• Criminal Justice
• Sociology
• Women’s, Gender, or Family Studies
• Public Health or related fields

We are looking for students who are:

• Compassionate, reliable, and professional
• Comfortable working with sensitive and confidential information
• Organized and able to follow guidance and structure
• Interested in learning about trauma‑informed and survivor‑centered services

Bilingual Spanish skills are a plus for some roles.

• Support client intakes and service coordination
• Assist with safety planning and advocacy under staff supervision
• Help respond to inquiries and connect clients with resources
• Participate in community outreach and awareness activities
• Support facilitation of support groups for adults and/or children

• Assist with follow‑up communication with clients
• Shadow court proceedings and learn about the legal system’s response to domestic violence
• Administer client surveys and assist with program evaluation
• Complete data entry and documentation in secure systems

• Observe and support shelter intake processes
• Assist staff with operational tasks such as organizing supplies and donations
• Help maintain communal spaces and support day‑to‑day shelter operations
• Learn best practices for providing services in a residential setting

• All interns complete a mandatory 20‑hour Domestic Violence Certification Training at the start of their placement
• Ongoing supervision and mentorship from experienced advocates and program leaders
• Opportunities to attend trainings and professional development sessions when available

• Real‑world experience in victim advocacy and human services
• Skill‑building in documentation, communication, and ethical practice
• Insight into nonprofit, shelter, court‑based, and community programs
• Meaningful work that supports safety, dignity, and empowerment

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Enrolled in and pursuing a degree in social work, human services, women’s studies, psychology, sociology, criminal justice or a related field
• Highly motivated, organized, independent student who is comfortable using technology (MS Office Suite) and has reliable internet access

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status or uniformed service member.