Intern with WINGS Program, Inc.

Empower survivors. Build your skills. Make an impact.

Why Intern With WINGS?

· Direct work with adults, children, and families experiencing domestic violence or homelessness

· Trauma-informed practice and safety-planning skills

· Weekly supervision (1–2 hours individual; 1.5 hours group in some settings)

What You’ll Do

· Assessments and intakes

· Case management support

· Individual and group counseling

· Collaboration with multidisciplinary team members

· Participation in department and team meetings 

How to Apply 

(Click link below)

Upload into Application: 

· Resume

· Cover letter 

Internship Requirements 

(Completed/submitted after internship offer) 

· 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training (provided by WINGS; counts toward hours for 340+ hour students)

· School liability insurance

· Criminal background check

· DCFS background check

· Two letters of recommendation

· Unofficial transcripts

· 12–25 hours/week including 1–2 evenings, possible weekend availability

· Undergraduate or graduate students in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field

Locations

Chicago and the Northwest Suburbs 

(placement determined by skill level and program needs)

Please Note

WINGS asks that internships be connected to a student’s school, either as a required component of their program or for internship credit.

If you are interested in volunteering with WINGS please reach out to our Manager of Volunteer Services, Bruna Srb, [email protected]. 

Address inquiries and submit resumes to:

Megan W.

Director of Clinical Services

[email protected] 

847-519-7820 x217 

Salary Description

Unpaid Internship

Mileage reimbursement available for travel between WINGS locations