Internships are an integral part of social work education. While at Eastern, you will complete two social work internships while simultaneously taking classes. This concurrent internship model enhances the integration of social work theory with practice.
Internship opportunities are available across Philadelphia and the surrounding counties. The BSW Practicum Director will work with you individually to explore your interests and arrange your internships.
You will be placed at one agency for your junior internship and a different agency for your senior year internship. For your first placement, it can be beneficial to work with a population or setting that is a secondary interest, helping you gain broader experience and insight into the diverse roles of social workers.
Some possible internships are offered within the areas of anti-human trafficking, community development, developmental disabilities, domestic violence, drug and alcohol, family empowerment, foster care/adoption, housing/food insecurity, immigration/refugee services, mental health, nursing homes/senior centers, pregnancy/maternal health, schools/truancy.
“As a graduate of the BSW program I find myself thoroughly prepared for my career. I am confident in my ability to navigate ethical decision-making processes and to promote my client’s dignity, worth, and right to self-determination. I am also empowered to advocate the just treatment of all individuals regardless of whether they think, act, speak, pray, or look like me.”