Winter Break 2026 to 2027 Internships - Deadline is Friday, November 4

Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 — and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we’ve also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here’s what they say makes us stand out:

• Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice. 
• Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential. 
• Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued. 

The Goodwin Living Summer Internship program allows college students an opportunity to explore the field of senior living and engage in many of the department that are essential to our organization. Applications deadline is Friday, November 4.

Applicants can apply for any of the following  departments:

• Brain Health Thrive Day Program (with residents)
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Committee
• Engagement and Outreach (with Human Resources)
• Health Administration
• Human Resources
• Life Enrichment (Art Center)
• Life Enrichment (All levels of living)

This program is seven days during their winter break. 

Interns will receive a stipend and a resident mentor

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or university
• Must be able to attend Goodwin Living Orientation on Friday December 18, 2026.
• Must be able to attend Goodwin Living Internship Kickoff and work on the following dates: Monday, December 28, Tuesday, December 29, Wednesday, December 30, Tuesday, January 5, Wednesday, January 6, and Thursday, January 7
• Must have additional time outside of scheduled work hours to complete two to three workshops with Goodwin Living leaders
• Ability to relate to and work with team members and their department
• Creates a welcoming, friendly and adaptable environment for those they serve and work with 
• Be interested to work with a diverse population of older adults
• Have a can-do mindset and be excited to learn about all we have to offer
• Proficient with email communications and knowledge of Microsoft Office 

• Follow all procedures of the host department
• Engage in projects as defined by the host department 
• Assist in day to day task of the host department 

Activities, Resident Support and Family Education

Foundation, Focus Groups, Annual Calendar Observations, DEIB Cookbook

Employee Engagement, Outreach with Schools and Nonprofits, and Social Media 

Operations, Scheduling, Quality Assessment, Shadow Leadership

Data & File Management, Employee Engagement

Assist with creating an engaging experience by supporting class setup and cleanup, hanging resident artwork, and leading an art class for Independent Living residents.

Support and facilitate meaningful activities and experiences for residents across all levels of living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today. These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day — one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.