At the Children’s Advocacy Center of Kent County, we are dedicated to creating a supportive environment through our mission of creating safe, trauma-informed support while seeking justice for child victims of sexual assault.
Employment Opportunities
No opportunities at this time. Please check back soon.
Internship Opportunities
Advocacy Internships
Available for students completing various programs including but not limited to Social Work, Child and Family Development, Criminal Justice, or related human services fields. Interns commit to 10–12 hours per week. Responsibilities include observing and documenting forensic interviews, assisting with advocacy for medical exams and forensic interviews, and front desk responsibilities.
Internship Application Timeline:
- Applications are open Jan. 2, 2026; closed February 15th
- Interviews are scheduled Feb. 15th – March 15th
- Applicants are accepted April 1st
- 1-2 interns accepted for the Fall 2026 – Spring 2026 Semester
Please use this link to apply. Applications close February 15th, 2026.
If you have any additional questions, please contact Megan Van Wyhe, LMSW, at mvanwyhe@cac-kent.org. No phone calls, please.
Therapist (MSW) Internships:
Available for students who are currently enrolled in an accredited mental health related graduate program, such as Master of Social Work. Interns commit to 16–20 hours per week over a minimum 9-month period, spanning a minimum of two semesters of graduate-level coursework. A 40-hour training in trauma-focused, evidence-based treatment as outlined by the National Children’s Alliance Mental Health Standard is required. Responsibilities include providing trauma-focused therapeutic intervention to 3-5 assigned clients, conducting child behavior screenings, and facilitating therapeutic groups.
We are not currently equipped to take on Counseling Practicum students at this time and require that all interested applicants are at the Internship component of their respective graduate programs.
Internship Application Timeline:
- Applications are open Jan. 2, 2026; closed February 15th
- Interviews are scheduled Feb. 15th – March 15th
- Applicants are accepted April 1st
- 1-2 interns accepted for the Fall 2026 – Spring 2026 Semester
Please use this link to apply. Applications close February 15th 2026.
If you have any additional questions, please contact Megan Van Wyhe, LMSW at mvanwyhe@cac-kent.org. No phone calls, please.
Development & Communications Intern:
The Development and Communications Intern will support the fundraising, outreach, and administrative efforts of Children’s Advocacy Center of Kent County. This role is ideal for a current student or recent graduate passionate about nonprofit work, communications, and community engagement. The intern will assist in donor relations, content creation, social media management, and fundraising campaigns to increase visibility and support for the organization’s mission.
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college/university program in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Nonprofit Management, or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Google Workspace, Canva and other design platforms a bonus
- Familiarity with social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
- Availability to commit to a set weekly schedule of 10-20 hours per week
For more information, please email kleonard@cac-kent.org for more information. No phone calls, please.