Internships

Internships at Love INC are perfect for anyone looking for work experience in social work, human services or ministry. During your time with Love INC you’ll learn how to serve the under-resourced in our community using a holistic approach.

Love INC Internship Opportunities

Full-Time Intern (1-2 Per Semester)

Each semester Love INC of the Cedar Valley offers two paid full-time internships. Interns learn how to serve the under-resourced in our community using a holistic approach. Interns will assist in our Connection Center ministry through coordinating and meeting basic needs for neighbors in the Cedar Valley using the resources of 43 church partners. Interns will assist in our Transformation ministry (Begin Now) which involves class registration, transportation, attendance, and preparing our learning environment for our participants. Interns will be involved in event and project planning to include fundraising, community outreach, and volunteer training. Interns will assist in preparing grant proposals and budgeting.

Time Commitment: 30-40 hours/week

Days of the Week: Regular business hours possibly including Tuesday evenings from 5:00-8:30 PM, Winter (Jan-April), Summer (May-Aug), and Fall (Aug-Nov) opportunities available

Student Volunteer Opportunities

Begin Now For Kids
Begin Now for Kids Interns will supervise and mentor Begin Now participants’ children (ages 4-11) during Begin Now programming.
Time Commitment: 20-30 hours/semester
Days of the Week: Tuesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 PM, Winter (Jan-April), Summer (May-Aug), and Fall (Aug-Nov) opportunities available
Community Service
Interns will work together to offer community service to our neighbors in need. Community service will include delivering furniture and/or providing yard work, as organized and directed by the Connection Center Coordinator.
Time Commitment: 20-30 hours/semester
Days of the Week: Evenings (5:00 – 8:00 PM) or Saturday mornings (9:00 – 12:00 PM) Winter (Jan-April), Summer (May-Aug), and Fall (Aug-Nov) opportunities available
Intake
Intake Interns will learn how to engage with clients over the phone in a conversation to discuss client needs, set appointments at partner churches, and offer encouragement.
Time Commitment: 30+ hours/semester

Days of the Week: Regular business hours. Shifts are typically 9:00-12:00 PM or 1:00 – 3:00 PM, but can be flexible. Winter (Jan-April), Summer (May-Aug), and Fall (Aug-Nov) opportunities available

A student can receive academic credit if they seek pre-approval and complete the necessary paperwork.