Opportunities From: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee

We take pride in being named a Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel multiple years (2016-2018, 2020-2026). Join a team of professionals who are committed to making a measurable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Your Path as an Outreach Communications Intern:

The goal of case management services is to work with clients to help them attain a greater degree of self-sufficiency and overall improvement in their lives. This internship is designed to complement your academic coursework by providing the chance to learn communication skills, quick thinking, and finding resources within the community. All while being supported along the way.  

 

What You Will Do:

·         Answer phones and respond to inquiries from individuals seeking outreach case management services

·         Provide compassionate, person-centered support to individuals experiencing challenges by actively listening, assessing needs, and helping connect them with appropriate community resources and services

·         Conduct research on community resources and maintain up to date information to support clients effectively

·         Elevate your communication and resource research skills

 

Requirements:

·         Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

·         Junior or senior standing is preferred, prior experience in customer service or social work internship is a plus

 

 

Commitment Details:

Internship duration of a one semester placement Expected availability: At least 10 hours per week during office hours (Flexible availability Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM). Start Date: Fall 2026 or Spring 2027

 

Additional Resources and Information:

 

 

Learn about the Onboarding Process:

Click here to see the onboarding process!

Eager to get Started? Apply Now!  

Click hereto apply now and begin changing lives!

Contact with Questions:

Email: volunteer@ccmke.org

Call: (414) 769-3542

 

Some problems in life are too difficult to handle alone. When problems like tensions in a marriage, behavioral issues with a teen or pre-teen, depression, anxiety, or daily stressors overwhelm someone’s life, they do not need to walk that road alone.  With over a hundred years of dedicated service to our neighbors in need, Catholic Charities Counseling Services, with the crucial help of our interns, is able to provide culturally competent, high quality mental health services to individuals, families, children, and couples of all faiths and backgrounds.

Catholic Charities’ Mental Health Internship Program aims to compliment your coursework with an in-person clinical experience.  As an intern, you will gain experience, confidence, and professional growth by managing your own client caseload. Interning with us provides a rewarding cross-cultural opportunity to gain experience in mental health with the satisfaction that you are making a difference in people’s lives, who struggle to receive quality mental health services due to the effects of poverty.

 

The internship program pairs you with both a clinical supervisor and clinical team for support as you provide mental health services to the local community. Under the supervision and with the support of Catholic Charities’ experienced therapists, interns provide in-office psychotherapy and counseling.

 

 

Expected Availability and Commitment:

 

Internship duration of two consecutive semesters or one year

10 to 24 hours per week on-site during office hours (Monday through Friday beginning at 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

 

 

Required Training: 

Interns train and work with Catholic Charities’ mental health professionals.

 

Required Qualifications:

 

Students must be enrolled in a master’s degree program in Social Work or a counseling related field. Strong interpersonal skills; a team player with a passion for developing and maintaining strong relationships. Strong oral and written communication skills; bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus!

 

Helpful Skills for the Role:

 

Culturally competent and has the ability to work with clients from all faiths and backgrounds

Ability to recognize and navigate the added challenges of people living in poverty to receiving mental health services

Ability to communicate in Spanish but not required

 

 

Gain experience, confidence, and professional growth by managing client caseloads. Interning with us provides a rewarding cross-cultural opportunity to gain experience in mental health with the satisfaction that you are making a difference in people’s lives who struggle to receive quality mental health services due to poverty.

 

Inspired by Christ’s call to serve, join our mission to provide service to those in need, to advocate for justice and to call upon others to do the same. Partner with us to improve the lives of those we serve, to empower the most vulnerable, and to help reduce poverty through quality, compassionate, and effective human services.

 

 

Additional Resources and Information:

 

 

Learn about the Onboarding Process:

Click here to learn more about a Mental Health Internship at Catholic Charities

Click here to see the onboarding process!

Eager to get Started? Apply Now!  

Click here to apply now and begin changing lives!

Contact with Questions:

Email: volunteer@ccmke.org

Call: (414) 769-3542