INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Social Work Intern

CompanyGundersen Health System
LocationLa Crosse
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will contribute to the assessment, planning, and referral processes by collecting and documenting patient data. They will also assist in formulating individualized care plans and reinforcing patient education under the direction of a social worker.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
4938
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
32 hours
Apply Now →

You'll be redirected to
the company's application page

About The Company
We united with Bellin Health in 2022 to form Emplify Health. We are a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network with headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wis. We deliver primary, specialty and emergency care in 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Here, we amplify empathy. In every interaction, you'll feel our relentless commitment to healthy people and thriving communities.
About the Role

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32


Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of patients while growing your professional skills? Emplify Health by Gundersen Health System, is seeking a Social Worker Intern to join our team for the 2027 Spring semester. This is a unique opportunity to work with diverse patient populations and be part of a team that values empathy, collaboration, and growth.


What You’ll Work

  • .8 FTE – 64 hours every 2 weeks
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours


What You’ll Do

  • Contribute to assessment, planning, consulting, education, and referral process by collecting and documenting data at the direction of the Social Worker.
  • Assist in formulating and carrying out the patient’s individualized plan of care.
  • The Social Work Intern may reinforce patient education that has been initiated by the Social Worker.


What You’ll Get

  • Wage of $18.70/hour
  • A department built on a strong teamwork model
  • Career development support through Gundersen’s Career Development Center
  • Opportunities to grow within a respected health system


What You’ll Need

  • High school or equivalency
  • Must be qualified to graduate from a baccalaureate or masters Social Work Program between December and May following this internship.


Join a team where compassion meets innovation. Apply today and start your journey with Emplify Health.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Key Skills
Social workPatient assessmentCare planningPatient educationData collectionDocumentationConsultingReferral processCollaborationEmpathy
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcare
Benefits
Career development supportTeamwork model environment
Social Work Intern - InternshipsHQ