Internships

Please read the following before proceeding with the application or watch the two videos.

1. About Interning with A New Leaf

2. About our Application Process

Looking for opportunities for academic credit, program study, capstone projects, or gaining valuable experience in your field?

A New Leaf is committed to quality educational internships, preceptorships, & clinical experiences.

Internships: Education-related roles based on school major & school requirements (must be enrolled in or a recent graduate of an education institution). These are unpaid roles that place you with professionals in your chosen field to gain valuable experience. Spots fill up quickly and involve a New Intern Orientation so potential interns are encouraged to apply well in advance. Interns will be required to have fingerprint clearance card, background checks, and other requirements based on placement. 

• • • General list of internships & requirements found below
    • Customized internships are available based on school requirements and professional goals
    • Opportunities are available for a variety of skill & education levels (H.S./Certificate Programs/AA/AS/BA/BS/MA/MS/BSW/MSW/MFT/PhD, etc.)

Application process: Most communication during this process is done via email so please check inbox regularly, including your spam folders. Please provide as much information as possible about your internship including dates, # of hours, and all school/Course requirements. 

1. Application
2. Screening (usually a phone call - watch your email for instructions on how to schedule)
3. Tour/Interview with potential site supervisor
4. Acceptance (formal letter will be issued)
5. Orientation (see more information below)

Qualifications vary by placement but may include:

• 3 months commitment minimum
• 10-20 hours per week
• AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Ability to pass a background check
• TB and Drug Screenings
• Driver's License/Photo ID

Scheduled Onboarding Dates

Please prepare your schedules for the following onboarding requirements if accepted.

*If your school's start dates do not match the listed dates below we will work with you on a case-by-case basis. 

• Fall 2024:
  • Monday, 8/26/2024 – Friday, 8/30/2024 
    
• Spring 2023:
  • Monday, 1/6/2025 – Friday, 1/10/2025

Onboarding schedule for all Behavioral Health, Shelter, Youth, and other client-facing internship placements

Onboarding schedule for all Administrative, Virtual, Philanthropic, and non-client facing internship placements