Join a Team That Changes Lives
For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.
Join us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.
Responsibilities:Interns at Elwyn play an important role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals served by the organization while gaining valuable hands-on experience in the human services field. Depending on program needs and the intern’s academic focus, interests, and skills, assignments may include assisting with recreational activities, classroom support, administrative tasks, special events, or general program support.
Assist staff with daily program activities
Interact with and support individuals in a respectful, positive way
Contribute to events, recreational programs, or administrative tasks
Follow all safety, confidentiality, and organizational guidelines
Must be at least 18 years of age (age requirements may vary by program)
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a relevant academic program (e.g., social work, psychology, education, human services, or related fields)
Friendly, dependable, and compassionate
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Must meet any program-specific requirements (such as a background check, physical and TB test)
Gain practical experience in human services and related fields
Develop professional skills in a supportive environment
Make a positive impact on your community
Internship scheduling may be flexible to accommodate academic commitments
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at
ADArequest@elwyn.org
and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
From our beginning as one of the nation's first schools for children with intellectual disabilities in 1852, Elwyn has continued to be at the forefront of developing unique, innovative services for people with disabilities. For over 158 years, our mission and vision have remained steadfast:
Maximizing potential through personal commitment, collective talents and innovation, Elwyn supports individuals with diverse challenges in shaping distinctive, meaningful lives.Through partnerships with families, communities and government, Elwyn will be the provider of choice for people with diverse challenges.