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Social Work and Counseling Internship for Undergraduate Students (Volunteer)

2026-27 School Year​

Why You’ll Love it Here

At Liberty Grove Schools, we prioritize our team members and ensure you have the support you need to thrive. Here’s what you can expect:

• Mission-Driven Team: Be part of a team committed to educational equity, community impact, and empowering students from diverse backgrounds.
• Career Readiness: Develop hands-on experience in school counseling by supporting student services, social-emotional development, and academic planning to build practical skills that prepare you for a career in school counseling or student support services.
• Earn Volunteer Hours: Gain real-world experience while earning volunteer hours for your degree or community service requirements.
• Meaningful Impact: Your work will directly support staff and school operations, contributing to a positive experience for both employees and students.
• Flexible, Hybrid Schedule: Balance in-person collaboration with independent work time, allowing you to manage your schedule while gaining real-world experience.

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Vision

Empowering and encouraging a commitment to learning for all students in every community.

Who We Are

Liberty Grove Schools is a growing, community-centered public charter school located in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded with a commitment to academic excellence and whole-child development, we serve a diverse population of students and families who are deeply invested in education and community impact.

As an established school with strong systems and a clear vision, Liberty Grove continues to expand thoughtfully. We are excited to be growing into a full middle school model, with the addition of 7th grade in the upcoming school year. This growth reflects both the success of our program and the trust families place in our school.

We are proud to maintain a staff retention rate of approximately 90%, demonstrating the strength of our school culture, relationships, and academic programming. Our student achievement scores are in line with peer schools across Indianapolis, reflecting consistent academic progress and a commitment to high standards for all learners.

At Liberty Grove, we envision a community of academic excellence that sparks innovation and creates opportunity. We achieve this by empowering students of diverse backgrounds, removing limiting labels, and fostering a culture grounded in high expectations, belonging, and continuous growth.

We believe deeply in the partnership between school and community and share collective ownership in developing well-educated, civic-minded students. We meet students where they are, celebrate who they are, and challenge them to grow. Our work is driven by a shared belief in possibility, and the mindset of “why not us?”

Estimated Hours:

• This is an unpaid (volunteer) and hybrid internship, for an estimated 10 hours / week.
• You will work with your supervisor to determine when to volunteer at the school for a few hours each week and complete additional tasks on your own later in the week.

School Address:

• 1002 W. 25th Street Indianapolis, IN 46202

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Who You Are

You believe every student deserves an opportunity to participate in an exceptional educational environment and are inspired every day to demand the best for yourself and students.

About the Role

Liberty Grove Schools is seeking a volunteer intern to support the social work and counseling team. The Intern must be able to work independently and collaboratively. Join our LGS team as we continue to grow!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Support the team with setting appointments and maintaining calendar systems.
• Perform general clerical functions, which may include handling incoming phone calls, making copies, and sending faxes.
• Generate memos, emails, and reports as needed.
• Support the LGS social worker with student small groups
• Support the LGS social worker with parent, family, and community outreach.
• Identify and research potential community partners in social services to support the development of wraparound services for students and families (e.g., health and wellness, parent employment resources).
• Collaboration: Participation in department, school, district, and parent meetings as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current undergraduate student seeking a degree and/or career in Social Work or Counseling.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to quickly learn to use new technology systems.
• Detailed-oriented and problem-solver.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, including with students and families.

To learn more visit www.libertygroveschools.org.