Graduate-Level Social Work Internship

State of Nebraska; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay

Benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

The State of Nebraska seeks motivated graduate-level Social Work interns to join our Health & Human Services internship program. You will gain hands-on experience supporting individuals, families, and communities under licensed supervision.

Onsite locations include Norfolk Regional Center and Lincoln Regional Center, NE; you will work on assessments, case management, documentation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university (two-to-four-year).
• MSW preferred for internship in social work.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage respectfully with diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to ethical, client-centered, and trauma-informed practice.
• Ability to complete required background checks and training.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Ethical practice

Trauma-informed practice

Diversity awareness

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree program enrollment

MSW program enrollment

Foundational coursework in social work

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location

Lincoln, NE, Norfolk, NE

Hiring Rate

$23.000

Job Posting

JR2026-00027828 Graduate-Level Social Work Internship (Evergreen) (Open)

Job Description

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

Internship Responsibilities

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

Requirements/ Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• 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).

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

What You’ll Gain

• 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

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.