Bross Street Assisted Living Internship

About Bross Street Assisted Living

At Bross Street Assisted Living, we are committed to providing compassionate, person-centered care for older adults in a supportive and engaging Assisted Living community. Our mission is to help residents maintain dignity, independence, and quality of life while offering meaningful opportunities for social connection and daily enrichment.

We are proud to offer immersive internship experiences that equip motivated students and early-career professionals with real-world exposure to assisted living operations, geriatric care principles, and leadership in long-term care settings.

Position Overview

As an Assisted Living Administration Intern, you’ll work closely with our leadership team to gain hands-on experience across multiple facets of assisted living management and senior care. This internship is ideal for students or recent graduates pursuing healthcare administration, gerontology, social work, long-term care leadership, or related fields.

You’ll gain insight into both the administrative functions and resident-focused care practices that support high-quality, compliant assisted living services.

To be considered for this role, you must complete the Culture Index Survey (link here). This is not a test - there are no right or wrong answers. It helps us build well-balanced teams and match people with roles where they can thrive.

What You’ll Do – Core Responsibilities

Administrative & Operations Support

• Shadow the Assisted Living Administrator to learn day-to-day leadership practices in a senior living setting.
• Assist with scheduling, event planning, and coordination of resident programs.
• Support documentation, file management, and reporting to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Participate in staff meetings and operational planning sessions.

Geriatric Care & Resident Engagement

• Observe and participate in resident care activities and social programs.
• Support wellness initiatives aimed at promoting residents’ physical, emotional, and social well-being.
• Learn approaches to individualized care planning and resident documentation.
  
  

Professional Development

• Receive mentorship from experienced assisted living professionals and department leaders.
• Engage in reflective learning around senior care leadership and quality improvement.

Who Should Apply

We welcome applicants who are:

• Enrolled in or recently completed a degree program in Healthcare Administration, Gerontology, Social Work, or related fields.
• Passionate about improving the lives of older adults and learning about long-term care operations.
• Energetic, compassionate, and eager to engage with both residents and staff.
• Able to balance administrative tasks with resident engagement opportunities.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• A professional, empathetic approach to resident-centered environments.
• Familiarity with basic computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, scheduling software).

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience in assisted living administration and geriatrics.
• Professional mentorship and exposure to leadership practices in senior care.
• Opportunities for networking and future career advancement.
• Practical insights into resident services, operations, and compliance in long-term care.