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Social Media Paid Intern

Midvale, UT ยท On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Salt Lake City (mostly remote work) Type: Part-time Paid Internship Duration: 3-6 months About the Opportunity We are seeking a motivated, values-aligned intern to help create and manage social media ...

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Social Media Paid Intern

Midvale, UT ยท On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Salt Lake City (mostly remote work) Type: Part-time Paid Internship Duration: 3-6 months About the Opportunity We are seeking a motivated, values-aligned intern to help create and manage social media ...

Internship Summary Under the general supervision of Community Health Injury Program Manager, assist ... social work, family life, or closely related program. * Must have knowledge of public health ...

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Train, mentor, and oversee social media interns while ensuring high-quality execution of day-to-day ... Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required throughout the MLS season.

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How much do social work internships jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for social work internships in Utah is $69,430.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,700.00 and $83,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Social Work Internships vs Social Work Assistant?

AspectSocial Work InternshipsSocial Work Assistant
Required CredentialsUsually students pursuing a degree in social work or related fieldTypically requires a relevant associate or bachelor's degree
Work EnvironmentInternship sites, including clinics, community centers, and agenciesOffice settings, clinics, or community organizations
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, non-profits, government agenciesSocial service agencies, healthcare providers, non-profits
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding internship opportunities and entry-level rolesClarifying job responsibilities and entry-level support roles

Social Work Internships are primarily educational opportunities for students gaining practical experience, while Social Work Assistants are entry-level staff supporting social workers in various settings. Internships focus on learning and skill development, whereas assistants perform more direct client support tasks.

What do you do as a social work intern?

A social work intern assists with client assessments, provides support under supervision, and helps develop care plans. They gain experience in case management, counseling techniques, and community resources while working in social service settings. Internships often require strong communication skills and may involve documentation and team collaboration.

What cities in Utah are hiring for Social Work Internships jobs?

Cities in Utah with the most Social Work Internships job openings:

Infographic showing various Social Work Internships job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,430 per year, or $33.4 per hour.

Social Worker Program Coordinator -Veteran Directed Care

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Salt Lake City, UT โ€ข On-site

$105K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate and administer the Veteran Directed Care program, including consultation, negotiation, and monitoring.

  • Write policies, procedures, and practice guidelines for the program.

  • Supervise multidisciplinary staff and provide training, orientation, and guidance within clinical practice.


Job description

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
Qualifications:Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • Education: Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited. A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work. Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work.
  • Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level. Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/.
  • English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
Grade Determinations:
Social Worker (Program Coordinator) GS-12
  • Experience and Education: One year of experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. Experience must demonstrate possession of advanced practice skills and judgment, demonstrating progressively more professional competency. Candidate may have certification or other post-master's degree training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship, or equivalent supervised professional experience
  • Licensure/Certification:. Individuals assigned as social worker program coordinator must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level, and must be able to provide supervision for licensure.
  • Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
    • (a) Knowledge of program coordination and administration which includes consultation, negotiation, and monitoring.
    • (b) Knowledge and ability to write policies, procedures, and/or practice guidelines for the program.
    • (c) Ability to supervise multidisciplinary staff assigned to the program.
    • (d) Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting multiple deadlines, and evaluating assigned program area(s).
    • (e) Ability to provide training, orientation, and guidance within clinical practice
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Physical Requirements: Must be in overall good health, able to sit at a desk working at a computer, engage in light to moderate physical activity including sitting, walking, bending, and carrying supplies. Social Worker must be able to perform primarily light and sedentary duties with occasionally moderate physical demands, exercise patience, and control emotions, with reasonable accommodation, if necessary, without endangering the health and safety of the social worker or others. Incumbent must possess and maintain a current valid state driver's license for local travel to provide community based care to Veterans. The position requires significant travel in the community, through use of a government vehicle or other individual arrangements, to meet with representatives/stakeholders who provide assistance and support to Veterans in clinics, medical centers, Community Clinics, etc. This position also requires close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.Education:Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER