Spring Intern - Social Services & Employment Services

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake Virginia in Chesapeake, VA is offering a Spring Intern - Social Services (Employment Services) position. The internship runs January 11 to April 23, 2027, with up to 360 hours total and up to 20 hours per week.

Join a dynamic team and gain hands‑on experience in Employment Services within the Department of Human Services/Social Services, including mentorship and real‑world government social services exposure.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in serving the community and working with diverse populations.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Explains the employment services program.
• Makes assessments of customer needs and develops employment plans, utilizing job search, work experience, education and training.
• Establishes and monitors self-sufficiency goals through information and assessment of customer background.
• Monitors case reports/records in accordance with regulations.
• Interviews persons for assistance, obtains necessary information
• Evaluates employability status of clients and explores potential sources of income
• Explains client responsibilities, rights and program availability;
• Refers clients to service worker as the result of overall assessment of situation;
• Prepares reports and maintains client records;
• Real‑world experience in a government social services setting.
• Mentorship and networking opportunities.
• Contribution to meaningful community work.

Skills

Communication skills

Community service interest

MS Office basics

Confidentiality professionalism

Job description

City of Chesapeake Virginia in Chesapeake, VA is offering a Spring Intern - Social Services (Employment Services) position. The internship runs January 11 to April 23, 2027, with up to 360 hours total and up to 20 hours per week.

Join a dynamic team and gain hands‑on experience in Employment Services within the Department of Human Services/Social Services, including mentorship and real‑world government social services exposure.