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Youth Residential Program Intern

CompanyNorthwest Youth Services
LocationBellingham
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 9, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
This intern will support program participants with positive development activities, including community outings, academic assistance, and recreational engagement. They will also assist staff with daily operations and meal preparation within the residential program.
Internship Type
nwys volunteer
Company Size
58
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
18 hours
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About The Company
Northwest Youth Services is hiring for several positions as we continue to strengthen our programs and teams across the region. These openings reflect an intentional period of organizational transformation and investment in our staff, systems, and long-term capacity, creating an exciting opportunity for individuals who want to contribute to meaningful, youth-centered work and grow with the organization. Northwest Youth Services is a non-profit organization serving young people ages 13-24 experiencing homelessness in Whatcom and Skagit Counties. ​ At Northwest Youth Services, we affirm youth experience and autonomy, as we work together to foster collective healing and justice, in order to dismantle the systems of oppression that perpetuate youth homelessness.
About the Role

Internship Title: Youth Residential Program Internship

Location: Whatcom County

Reports to: Case Manager or Program Manager

Hours: flexible; approximately 15-18 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Assignment: TBD; paid position(s) are not guaranteed at the completion of internship

Starting Wage Range: unpaid, service-learning internship


NWYS Mission

At Northwest Youth Services, we affirm youth experience and autonomy as we work together to foster collective healing and justice, in order to dismantle the systems of oppression that perpetuate youth homelessness.


Internship Description

This position supports the success of NWYS by engaging with program participants to support positive development, as well as assisting staff with the daily operations of the PAD program.


Key Responsibilities May Include:

  • Partnering with young people on outings within the community and nature.
  • Supporting young people with homework, GED and drafting essays
  • Supporting young people to plan and create craft projects
  • Connecting with young people at YMCA for Rockwall, basketball, etc.
  • Assisting with meal prep


Minimum Qualifications

  • Background check clearance
  • Must be 18+ years of age


Required within the first 30 days of term (provided by NWYS):

  • Bloodborne Pathogens certifications required
  • Must have negative TB test
  • Full understanding of the CPS mandatory reporting requirements
  • Food Handler’s Permit (if working with food)


Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of issues faced by young people at-risk of/experiencing homelessness
Key Skills
Youth DevelopmentCase Management SupportMentoringCommunity EngagementMeal PreparationAcademic SupportCrisis InterventionMandatory ReportingProgram Operations
Categories
Social ServicesEducation