Community Based Social Services and Economic Mobility Internship At — New Economics for Women
New Economics for Women (NEW) offers students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting low-income women and families in the San Fernando Valley. Students will learn about community-based social services, family resource navigation, housing stability, workforce development, financial empowerment, and client-centered service delivery. Under staff supervision, students may assist with community outreach, resource coordination, program support, data organization, and activities that connect families to essential services. This opportunity allows students to apply academic knowledge in a professional nonprofit setting while developing skills in communication, cultural responsiveness, community engagement, and social service delivery. Students will contribute to NEW’s mission of promoting economic stability and self-sufficiency for underserved families while gaining practical experience serving the community.
Students will understand the role of nonprofit organizations in addressing economic and social barriers, develop skills in community outreach and resource navigation, apply culturally responsive and client-centered practices, and gain experience supporting programs that promote housing stability, financial empowerment, and family well-being.
Students will complete an initial orientation covering NEW’s mission, programs, workplace expectations, confidentiality, professional boundaries, and cultural responsiveness. Training will include instruction on assigned tasks, community resources, data entry, documentation, and program procedures. Students will receive task-specific guidance before beginning their responsibilities, with additional training provided as needed.
Students will receive orientation on workplace safety, emergency procedures, professional boundaries, and client confidentiality. Students must follow NEW policies, maintain appropriate conduct, and work under staff supervision. Client information must remain confidential and may only be accessed with authorization. Students participating in community outreach or events will receive instructions regarding site-specific safety expectations. Any safety concerns, incidents, or uncomfortable situations must be reported promptly to the designated supervisor.
Interested students should submit their application through CSUN’s designated process and provide a resume outlining their education, relevant experience, and interests. Applicants should demonstrate professionalism, strong communication skills, reliability, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to supporting underserved communities. Final placement will depend on organizational needs, student availability, and alignment with the opportunity.
| Hours | Duration |
|---|---|
| 8 | hours per week |