Community Impact Internship

Community Impact Internship

Agency: Jewish Family Services of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties 

JFS is seeking a motivated undergraduate intern to join our Senior Services team. This role offers hands-on experience addressing critical issues like food insecurity and senior wellness while developing professional skills essential for careers in public health, public policy, nonprofit management, and social work.

This is a unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the community.

Key Areas of Learning & Experience

The intern will work under the supervision of the Senior Shopper Program Coordinator to gain experience in:

Area of Growth

Core Responsibilities & Skill Development

Addressing Food Insecurity

Actively manage logistics for the Senior Shopper Program, ensuring homebound older adults receive timely grocery and food pantry deliveries. This role directly impacts client health and nutrition.

Program Coordination

The intern helps coordinate the logistics and operations of JFS programs, focusing on resource distribution to homebound residents of Somerset County, NJ.

Nonprofit Management

Learn the day-to-day operational management of social services, including efficient resource allocation and program scheduling.

Community Relations

Serve as an official representative for JFS at local community and outreach events, building professional networking and communication skills.

Communication & Ethics

Sharpen professional and ethical communication skills by corresponding with clients, volunteers, staff, and supervisors in a confidential, timely, and professional manner.

Volunteer Leadership

Strengthen practical volunteer coordination skills through direct interaction and support of our dedicated volunteer base.

Who Should Apply?

This internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in:

Public Health / Health & Nutrition

Public Policy / Social Work

Nonprofit Management / Customer Service

Gerontology / Services for Seniors

To learn more or apply, please contact Natalia Black at nataliab@jewishfamilysvc.org.