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Graduate-Level Social Work Internship

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The work we do matters! Hiring Agency:Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location: Lincoln, NE, Norfolk, NE Hiring Rate:$23.

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Social WorkerSocial Work & Care

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Lincoln, NE, Norfolk, NE

$23.000

JR2026-00029907 Graduate-Level Social Work Internship (Evergreen) (Open)

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.

Onsite Location:
Norfolk Regional Center in Norfolk, NE
Lincoln Regional Center in Lincoln, NE

Responsibilities

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Assist with client assessments, psychosocial evaluations, and service planning under supervision
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Support case management activities, including referrals, coordination of services, and follow-up
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Participate in individual, family, or group-based interventions, as appropriate to the setting
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Maintain accurate and timely case documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers, clinicians, and other professionals
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Observe and support crisis intervention and problem-solving efforts
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Uphold confidentiality, professional ethics, and social work best practices

Requirements

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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).

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

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

What We Offer

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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.