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Internship

About the Internship

Youth counselor training internship

The internship program at The Bridge cross trains students to work in all areas of shelter. Interns most often start in the Emergency Shelter Program assisting with intakes, assessments, case management, milieu engagement, group facilitation, leading activities, and working with youth one to one. As students gain skills and knowledge they may move into other opportunities within outreach or other site-based programs.

Supervision

At The Bridge, weekly individual and group supervision is provided. Our intern supervisor is an LICSW and can supervise social work and counseling psychology students. Staff and program supervisors also provide guidance to students in the day-to-day activities of each program.

Requirements

  • You are at least 21 years old
  • Internship of 300+ hours
  • Pass background check + fingerprints
  • Complete required online trainings and onsite orientation

To Apply

To Apply, email Jeremiah Hawkins at [email protected]

Questions? Email Jeremiah

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Mission

The Bridge for Youth centers youth voice, justice, and equity in all we do, and empowers youth experiencing homelessness through safe shelter, basic needs, and healthy relationships.

Vision 

All youth feel safe, accepted, and supported.

Values

  • Patience – We give space for youth to make decisions on their own timeline in their own way. 
  • Love and Caring – We believe in acceptance, empathy, and non-judgment. 
  • Communication – We engage in intentional dialogue to understand each other’s truths. 
  • Integrity – We actively learn, grow, and change to align our actions in equity and justice. 
  • Co-Creation – We seek connection to amplify the voice of youth and each other.
  • Community – We stand together for youth and for each other.

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1111 West 22nd St.
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Bus Route 6
(612) 230-6601

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