What are the responsibilities and job description for the Undergraduate Internship position at Trillium Family Services?
Undergraduate Clinical Internship
Locations: Corvallis, Portland, Salem, Bend & The Dalles, OR
Work Setting: On-site opportunities available across all locations
Start Date: June 2026
Organization: Trillium Family Services
Compensation: Unpaid internship (employment-based opportunities may be discussed)
About the Internship
Trillium Family Services is seeking motivated undergraduate students for clinical internship placements beginning June 2026. This internship offers hands-on, on-site experience working directly with children, adolescents, and families impacted by trauma and mental health challenges. Interns will be embedded within care teams and work under close clinical supervision in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support clinical teams in providing in-person care to youth and families
- Participate in treatment planning and implementation
- Assist with clinical documentation
- Engage with clients using trauma-informed approaches
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
- Develop and practice family engagement skills
Requirements
- Currently enrolled and in good standing in an undergraduate program that requires internship or clinical hours
- Ability to participate in an on-site internship placement
- Availability for placement in one of the following locations: Corvallis, Portland, Salem, Bend, or The Dalles
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years of experience working with children (professional or volunteer)
- Familiarity with professional work environments
- At least 1 year of leadership experience or program planning
What You’ll Gain
- Direct, on-site experience working with youth in high-acuity settings
- Exposure to treatment planning processes
- Clinical documentation experience
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Regular supervision from experienced clinicians
- Training in crisis deescalation
- Exposure to a variety of treatment modalities
Additional Requirements
- Successful completion of a background check
- Positive professional or academic references
- TB test (required post-acceptance)
To take a behind-the-scenes look at our programs, please visit: https://www.trilliumfamily.org/
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Provider committed to a culturally and linguistically diverse workforce.
For accommodation during the application process, please contact Human Resources.