Join the SHARE! Intern Program

About the Program

Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit work, social services, or creative fields? SHARE! The Self-Help and Recovery Exchange offers a professional, unpaid internship program ideal for students, recent graduates, and anyone seeking career-building experience in a purpose-driven environment.

Each position provides meaningful opportunities to contribute to our mission of supporting mental health, recovery, and community building.

Available Intern Positions

Housing Placement Intern

Location: Remote or On-Site

Responsibilities:

• Answer phone calls from potential residents and screen applicants.
• Conduct initial intake assessments for SHARE!’s Collaborative Housing Program.
• Assess applicants’ eligibility and assist with housing placement.

What You’ll Gain:

• Skills in intake procedures, housing assessments, and client interaction.
• Knowledge of housing eligibility and support services.
• Real-world experience in social services and nonprofit operations.

Ideal For: Students in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or Public Administration.

Facility Maintenance Intern

Location: On-Site (SHARE! Facilities)

Responsibilities:

• Assist with building repairs, maintenance, and landscaping.
• Manage inventory of tools and supplies.
• Build relationships with contractors and service providers.

What You’ll Gain:

• Skills in facility maintenance, repairs, and inventory management.
• Professional connections with contractors and tradespeople.
• Experience in facilities management for nonprofits.

Ideal For: Trade school students in Construction, Carpentry, or Facilities Management.

Event Coordination Intern (Culver City & Downtown)

Location: On-Site

Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage SHARE! events, including workshops and fundraisers.
• Coordinate logistics, volunteers, and vendor relations.
• Promote events to engage the community.

What You’ll Gain:

• Event planning and project management skills.
• Experience in community outreach and engagement.
• A portfolio of successful event coordination projects.

Ideal For: Students in Event Management, Hospitality, or Marketing.

Peer Support Specialist Intern

Location: SHARE! Culver City, Downtown, or Recovery Retreat

Responsibilities:

• Assist in facilitating support groups and providing peer support.
• Help clients connect with recovery resources.
• Collaborate with trained specialists to offer guidance.

What You’ll Gain:

• Peer support and crisis intervention skills.
• Experience in group facilitation and resource coordination.
• Knowledge of recovery-focused services.

Ideal For: Students in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work.

Volunteer-to-Job Program Intern

Location: On-Site or Remote

Responsibilities:

• Mentor participants in SHARE!’s Volunteer-to-Job Program.
• Help individuals develop job skills, build resumes, and plan careers.
• Support participants in their journey toward meaningful employment.

What You’ll Gain:

• Skills in mentorship, career coaching, and vocational training.
• Hands-on experience in workforce development programs.
• Opportunities to make a direct impact on participants’ lives.

Ideal For: Students in Career Counseling, Education, or Human Resources.

Administration Intern

Location: On-Site or Remote

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support across SHARE! programs.
• Perform data entry, scheduling, and document organization.
• Assist with operational tasks to ensure program efficiency.

What You’ll Gain:

• Administrative and organizational skills.
• Experience in nonprofit management.
• Insight into the operational side of social services.

Ideal For: Students in Business Administration, Office Management, or Nonprofit Studies.

Program Benefits

• Hands-on experience tailored to your career goals.
• Mentorship from experienced SHARE! professionals.
• Networking opportunities in nonprofit and social services fields.
• Workshops in resume building, public speaking, and career development.
• A certificate of completion to showcase your professional growth.