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CWLA Internship Program
CWLA's Internship Program
CWLA is a national membership organization made up of nearly 700 public and private nonprofit voluntary child welfare agencies. CWLA, as part of its mission, sets internationally recognized standards for child welfare practice, proposes national public policy initiatives, publishes innovative child welfare materials, and provides consultation, training and technical assistance to public and private child welfare agencies. Program and policy initiatives focus on such child, youth, and family issues as adolescent pregnancy and parenting, adoption, AIDS, behavioral health, child abuse and neglect, child poverty, cultural responsiveness, child day care, developmental disabilities, family foster care, family preservation, homelessness, juvenile justice, kinship care, and residential group care. We also emphasize the importance of research. CWLA is a premier national child welfare organization that can provide interns with a challenging educational experience.
Who Is Eligible For CWLA Internship?
Our internships are predominantly offered to students, including undergraduate, graduate, and law students, and recent college graduates. Many of our interns are MSW students engaged in a field placement. CWLA has relationships with many schools of social work and has long enjoyed supervising MSW students. Others with interest or experience in the child welfare field will be considered.
When Are CWLA Internships Available?
Internships are available during the fall, spring, and summer semesters. On average, internships last between three to five months. Some internships, however, are shorter or longer depending on assigned projects or school requirements.
Is The Internship Paid?
Currently, CWLA internships are not compensated.
What Types Of Projects Do CWLA Interns Work On?
Intern duties vary depending on the department and project. Most projects relate to the program and policy areas described above and require a significant amount of research and writing. Interns often help staff monitor legislation, design and conduct surveys, develop funding proposals, and write issue briefs and other publications. To maximize their professional and educational development, interns are always encouraged to interact and work collaboratively with staff across CWLA's divisions.
How Does The Application Process Work?
If you are interested in applying for a fall or spring internship, please submit the following materials:
- Resumé;
- Cover letter, indicating your availability and specific areas of interest and experience, if any, in child welfare (be as detailed as you can);
- telephone numbers and addresses of two people to contact as references, and/or letters of reference; and
- writing sample, 3 pages maximum, focusing on an aspect of child welfare, or an autobiography.
All materials should be submitted simultaneously and sent to:
CWLA Internship Program
Child Welfare League of America
2345 Crystal Drive, Suite 250
Arlington, VA 22202
Fax: 703/412-2401
Phome: 703/412-2400
E-mail: internships@cwla.org
Once complete application packets are received, the Intern Coordinator will match intern candidates with staff based on the applicant's interests and experiences and the staff's project needs. CWLA staff will then interview the selected applicants, usually by telephone, and make final selections. Selected interns will receive a telephone call and an offer letter.
Deadlines For Internship Applicants:
- Fall -- May 30
- Spring -- November 1
- Summer -- April 1
All materials must be received by the application deadline to be considered.
The Everett Public Service Internship Program
Henry and Edith Everett established the Everett Public Service Internship Program in 1989. The Everett Program encourages students to participate in the challenges and rewards of public interest work while providing the public interest community with the dedication, energy, and idealism that interns bring to their work.
Mr. & Mrs. Everett have partnered with CWLA for more than 10 years. The relationship is a demonstration of the Everetts' passion and dedication to providing avenues for students who are interested in advocating for the rights of children, youth, and their families. CWLA, as part of its mission, sets internationally recognized standards for child welfare practice, proposes national public policy initiatives, publishes innovative child welfare materials, and provides consultation, training, and technical assistance to public and private child welfare agencies. Program and policy initiatives focus on such child, youth, and family welfare issues as adolescent pregnancy and parenting, adoption, AIDS, behavioral health, child abuse and neglect, child poverty, cultural responsiveness, child day care, developmental disabilities, family foster care, family preservation, homelessness, juvenile justice, kinship care, and residential group care. We also emphasize the importance of research. CWLA is a premier national child welfare organization that can provide interns with a challenging educational experience.
For more information about the general Everett Public Service Internship Program, please visit www.everettinternships.org.
Who Is Eligible For The Everett Internship?
All Everett Interns must have completed at least two semesters of college; be a current undergraduate or graduate student attending a school in the United States, or be graduating in Spring 2007; commit to attend the weekly event series; complete 10 consecutive weeks of service; and begin internship between May 21 and June 11, 2007.
When Are Everett Internships Available?
Everett Internships are available during the summer semester. The internship is a 10-week program. Some internships may be longer depending on assigned projects or school requirements. Interns working more than 10 weeks will not be compensated by CWLA for this additional time.
Are Everett Interns Paid?
Everett interns receive a stipend of $280 per week. The IRS treats this stipend as a grant, and no payroll deductions are made. At the end of the year, interns receive a 1099 form, not a W-2. Depending on an individual's overall income for the remainder of the year, these funds could become taxable.
What Types Of Projects Do Everett Interns Work?
Intern duties vary, depending on the department and project. Most projects relate to the program and policy areas described above and require a significant amount of research and writing. Interns often help staff monitor legislation, design and conduct surveys, develop funding proposals, and write issue briefs and other publications. To maximize their professional and educational development, interns are always encouraged to interact and collaborate with staff across CWLA's divisions.
How Does The Application Process Work?
If you are interested in applying for a summer internship, please submit the following materials:
- Resumé;
- cover letter, indicating your availability and specific areas of interest and experience, if any, in child welfare (please be as detailed as you can);
- telephone numbers and addresses of two people to contact as references, and/or letters of reference; and
- writing sample, three pages maximum, focusing on an aspect of child welfare, or an autobiography.
All materials should be submitted simultaneously and sent to:
Everett Internship Coordinator
Child Welfare League of America
2345 Crystal Drive, Suite 250
Arlington, VA 22202
Fax: 703/412-2401
Phome: 703/412-2400
E-mail: internships@cwla.org
Once a complete package of application materials isreceived, the Everett Internship Coordinator will match intern candidates with CWLA staff based on the applicant's interests and experiences and the staff's project needs. CWLA staff will then interview the selected applicants, usually by telephone, and make final selections. Selected candidates will receive a phone call and an offer letter.
Deadlines For Internship Applicants:
For summer -- April 1
All materials must be received by the application deadline to be considered.
Summer Internship Housing Links
Student and University Housing
American University
http://www.american.edu/ocl/housing/summer_housing_conferences/intern_housing.html
Northwest Washington, DC
E-mail: summerhousing@american.edu
Spring housing is available on Tenley Campus for $248 per person/per week for double/shared occupancy, and $300 per week for single occupancy (extremely limited--most available May 20-July 28 on a first-come, first-assigned basis). The Tenley Campus also has triple occupancy rooms available for $212 per person/per week. There is a four-week minimum with all summer stays, from May 13 to August 12, 2007. A 14.5% occupancy tax will also be added to your total stay. Application is online; nonrefundable $200 deposit required with application (will be applied toward housing balance). American University also offers free parking, fitness center access, cable, and Internet at no additional cost to summer interns. Meal plans are also available.
Catholic University
conferences.cua.edu/summer/
Northeast, Washington D.C. (approx. 3 miles north of the U.S. Capitol)
202/319-5291 (Conferences and Event Planning Division)
Singles and doubles for $29-$35 per night, if stay is longer than two months, May 19-August 4, 2007. Subject to DC tax of 14.5%; seven consecutive nights' stay required unless noted otherwise; rooms/prices do not include linens.
A deposit is required with your application to secure your space at Catholic University. The deposit includes your key deposit of $50 (fully refundable with the return of your residence hall keys) and a room advance fee of $200, which will go toward the balance owed upon arrival to campus. Download application; fax or mail in (preferred) completed application.
George Washington University
Foggy Bottom
Northwest Washington, DC
www.gwu.edu/summer/housing.htm or http://gwired.gwu.edu/gwhousing
Summer Housing Services (no website available)
202/994-2552
sumhouse@gwu.edu or write to
GW Housing Programs, Summer & Conference Services
2129 Eye Street NW
Washington DC 20052
Housing is offered in late May 2007 through mid-August 2007.
Georgetown University
www.georgetown.edu/housing/summer/
Northwest Washington, DC
202/687-4560
summerhousing@georgetown.edu
Doubles in 4-7 person suites for $2,244 from June 2 to Aug 11, 2007. Application online. First-come, first-served. Gym access, kitchen, air conditioning.
Washington Internship Institute
www.ielnet.org
Washington Internship Institute offers the following accommodations for students interning in Washington, DC. The apartment complex is located in Crystal City, Virginia, approximately five miles from downtown DC.
The accommodations include:
- two bedrooms and two bathrooms shared by four students
- basic furniture
- television
- utilities (gas, electric, water) included
- laundry facilities in the building
- kitchen with basic housewares
The apartment building also offers a modest exercise room, racquetball court, roof-top sun deck, and 24-hour front desk service. A limited number of parking spaces are available in the garage for an additional fee. For rates or more information, contact Washington Internship Institute at 800/435-0770, or by email at info@wiidc.org.
Washington Intern Student Housing (WISH)
www.internsdc.com
202/548-2720
WISH provides historic Capitol Hill housing for hundreds of Washington, DC, interns each semester. View the website for details.
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