Foreverfamily Internships

Benefits of an Internship at Foreverfamily

Foreverfamily invests heavily in developing the leadership and professional skills of interns. Below are some benefits past interns have identified:

Gain valuable knowledge about the process and structure of a non-profit
Obtain management experience
Enhance communication, critical thinking, organizational, and leadership skills
Use your skills and talents to address relevant and critical social justice issues
Interact directly with marginalized population through service

Basic Requirements

To be considered for an internship with Foreverfamily, you must:

Be enrolled in (or graduated from) college. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred but an Associate’s degree is okay.
Understand that Foreverfamily internships are part-time, unpaid positions. We strongly encourage and are happy to assist you in securing internship credit at your school.
Work a minimum of 10 hours per week which must include at least 3 hours a day, two days a week. Semester-long internships are accepted. However, a yearlong commitment is preferred but not required.
Participate in 3 prison trips if a semester-long intern and 6 trips if a year-long intern.
Have an interest in criminal justice, youth development, and//or nonprofits.
Possess effective communication skills, both verbal and written. Interns must be able to communicate with youth, peers, and adults.
Be a quick learner with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, flexible environment.
Demonstrate strong attention to detail and organization.
Be technologically savvy. Interns must be literate and fluent in the operation of Microsoft Office and Google Apps.
Demonstrate professional and personal maturity. Interns must be good at setting boundaries and use sound judgment.
Be able and comfortable solving problems independently and creatively.
Have a valid driver’s license.
Desire and be able to be part of a team.