Intern or Volunteer

We are pleased that you are interested in interning/volunteering with us! 

Our organization is regulated by the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS). Accordingly, all interns/volunteers must comply with DHS regulations and company policies. Our organization welcomes those who would like to intern, volunteer and/or perform community service with us. All applicants must meet prior approval by the Human Resources Department. All requests for interns/volunteers will be considered for approval on a case-by-case basis.

Interns/Volunteers may engage in routine contact with a child or children in the presence of employees, including:

•  Planning, developing and preparing activities
•  Helping program staff
•  Assisting with mealtime activities
•  Implementing cultural activities
•  Field trips
•  Reading/homework help
•  Cleaning as needed

Dr. Day Care has locations across Rhode Island. Our learning centers are open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Learn more at www.drdaycare.com

Kids Klub has multiple locations in select school districts. Our programs are open Monday – Friday before school (typically 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.) and after school (typically 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.), schedules vary per program. We also offer full day programs during school vacations, summer break, and when school is not in session. Learn more at www.kidsklubri.com

Learn. Teach. Repeat. Be the Team. Deliver Excellence. We strive to be leaders in providing an educational and nurturing environment. 

HR will communicate with interested intern/volunteer to determine if it is a good fit and to determine appropriate placement.

Interns or Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. 

• If under the age of 18, may be placed in a center/program for a maximum of 20 hours over 8 weeks.
• If over the age of 18, may be placed in a center/program for over 20 hours over 8 weeks upon providing a documented requirement from an educational institution or other program.

Process and requirements for approval:

• Application submitted online
• Interview 
• Background Check Fingerprinting *
• DCYF Clearance Request (CPS) *
• Orientation
• If intern/volunteer is 16 or 17 years old, Parent/Guardian consent to intern/volunteer is required

* The financial cost (Check or Money Order) of Background Check Fingerprinting and DCYF Clearance is the responsibility of the applicant.