Fall '26 - Spring '27 Social Work Internships

Bright Harbor Healthcare is deeply committed to developing the next generation of professionals through meaningful, hands-on educational learning opportunities. We view interns as valued contributors to our mission, not observers on the sidelines. Across clinical, administrative, community outreach, research, policy, and operational disciplines, interns are integrated into real-world work that supports individuals, families, and communities.

Our internship experience is intentionally designed to promote skill development, professional growth, and ethical practice within a behavioral health and social services environment. Interns benefit from mentorship by experienced professionals, exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities to apply academic learning in practical, impactful ways. At Bright Harbor Healthcare, we invest in education because we believe strong learning environments strengthen our workforce, our services, and the communities we serve.

For descriptions of our programs, please visit our website at

Available Opportunities by Program:

• Integrated System of Care (Care Coordination): 2 Bachelor Level Students or 1 Master's Student.
• Anchor House (Adult Group Home): 2 Bachelors Level Students or 1 Master's Student.
• Bayside (Adolescent Partial Care): Seeking 1 Bachelor Level and 2 Master's Level students.
• Beach & Chelsea Houses (Adult Group Homes) : 1-2 Master's Level Students
• Children & Families Outpatient: Seeking 2 Masters Level Students
• CREST (Crisis Resources & Emergency Support Treatment): Seeking 2 First Year Master's Students or 1 2nd Year Master's Student.
• Keeping Families Together - Ocean County (DCPP Funded Family Reunification Program): Seeking 1 Bachelor Level Student and 1 Master's Level Student.
• Keeping Families Together - Monmouth County (DCPP Funded Family Reunification Program): Seeking 2 Bachelor Level Students.
• The NOOK (Food Pantry): Seeking 5 Bachelor Level Students.
• Shore Haven (Adult Partial Care): Seeking 2 Master's Level Students.
• SHARE (Adult Residential Services): 1 Master's Level Student
• SOLAS (Senior Socialization): Seeking 2-3 Bachelor Level Students.

Requirements

Eligibility: All internships must be completed for school credits. Intern candidates are expected to be enrolled in a Master of Social Work (MSW) program. Interested students who would like to pursue this internship opportunity are encouraged to schedule a phone call with our Recruitment and Retention Specialist, Rebecca Kaul.

Required Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to ethical standards in social work practice

Benefits

• Opportunities to participate in trainings