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Spring Semester Internship (4422)

CompanyCharles River Center
LocationBogueloosa
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 16, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will assist with activities and programming, provide 1:1 and small-group support, and help with personal care. They will also support documentation and program-related tasks.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
157
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
8 hours
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About The Company
Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, the Charles River Center is a private, not-for-profit human services agency that empowers and supports adults and children with disabilities. We provide employment and job training, housing, day habilitation, and recreational opportunities to more than 1,000 individuals and families. From its humble beginnings as a preschool for children with special needs, the Charles River Center has grown to a multi-site organization with 32 residential homes in Metrowest and southeastern Massachusetts. We offer the individuals we serve high-quality, tailored opportunities that foster independence and community inclusion. We’re a $40 million multiservice organization and a leader in providing innovative, person-centered support and services for those with developmental disabilities. Our employees are the backbone of our organization. Join us today!
About the Role

Job Details

Job Location: Militia Heights - Needham, MA 02492
Position Type: Internship
Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Day

Internship Program Overview

The Charles River Center Internship Program offers hands-on experience supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and complex support needs. Interns work alongside experienced staff to support daily living skills, communication, social engagement, and independence. Responsibilities include assisting with activities and programming, providing 1:1 and small-group support, helping with personal care, and supporting documentation and program-related tasks. This internship is ideal for students pursuing careers in human services, psychology, education, social work, or related fields.                                                                  

Internship Opportunities Available

Residential Services

Charles River Center provides warm, loving and safe community-based group homes for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injury, physical disabilities and mental health challenges throughout MetroWest and Southeastern MA communities.         

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: 2 Opportunities Available

Acquired Brain Injury: 2 Opportunities Available

Locations: Easton, MA and Sharon, MA

Specific Hours: 8-hour weekly commitment, minimum of 4-hour blocks

Monday – Friday 8am – 6pm  

   

 Day Habilitation

Day Habilitation at Charles River Center provides a structured, goal-oriented program for adults with complex communication, medical and therapeutic needs. Our day habilitation program is housed in our spacious, updated building that is fully accessible with wide corridors leading to spacious, bright rooms, a fully accessible kitchen and large activity rooms.       

Therapeutic Day Services: 2 Opportunities Available                           

Program location: Needham, MA.

Specific Hours: 8-hour weekly commitment, minimum 4-hour blocks

Monday through Friday 8:15 am-4:15 pm

Kindly note that final placement into one of the above positions will be determined based on the candidate’s resume, professional background, and relevant expertise.

Qualifications


Eligibility Requirements

  • 2.5 GPA or higher and in good academic standing
  • Open to Psychology, Health Science, Sociology majors
  • Junior and Senior applicants only (unless otherwise specified
Key Skills
SupportCommunicationSocial EngagementIndependencePersonal CareDocumentationProgrammingHuman ServicesPsychologyEducationSocial Work
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcareEducation