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The State of Arizona

VICTIM ADVOCATE

$36K - $55K/yr

When called upon, will provide crisis response in conjunction with AGO requests. Assist with training and educating volunteer/intern advocates who participate in the Office of Victim Services ...

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Arizona Department of Administration

$36K - $55K/yr

When called upon, will provide crisis response in conjunction with AGO requests. • Assist with training and educating volunteer/intern advocates who participate in the Office of Victim Services ...

City of Brighton, CO

Volunteer Victim Advocate

Brighton, CO · On-site

$54K - $71K/yr

Continuous BRIGHTON/COMMERCE CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT VICTIM SERVICES UNIT VOLUNTEER/INTERN VICTIM ADVOCATE NATURE OF WORK Volunteers/Interns provide on-scene contact with victims of violent crime and ...

City of Brighton

Volunteer Victim Advocate

Brighton, CO · On-site

$54K - $71K/yr

BRIGHTON/COMMERCE CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT VICTIM SERVICES UNIT VOLUNTEER/INTERN VICTIM ADVOCATE NATURE OF WORK Volunteers/Interns provide on-scene contact with victims of violent crime and persons in ...

Synergy Services

Internship: Victim Advocate

Gladstone, MO

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

CAC Victim Advocate Intern Division: Advocacy and Prevention Program: Children's Advocacy Center Reports To: Clinical Manager or Coordinator Degree Program: Required to be currently enrolled in a ...

Synergy Services

Internship: Victim Advocate

Gladstone, MO · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

CAC Victim Advocate Intern Division: Advocacy and Prevention Program: Children's Advocacy Center Reports To: Clinical Manager or Coordinator Degree Program: Required to be currently enrolled in a ...

OneEighty

INTERN - Victim Services

Wooster, OH · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Certain intern positions within the organization are paid depending on level of education and field ... Victim Advocacy & Outreach Services - Associate's/Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, required.

Unbound Now

Survivor Advocacy Internship

Baton Rouge, LA

$13 - $16.50/hr

Title: Survivor Advocacy Intern Internship Status: Part-Time | Unpaid Location: Local Office ... arrive at the victim's location within the required time frame. * Assess vulnerability for ...

Unbound Now

Survivor Advocacy Internship

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

Title: Survivor Advocacy Intern Internship Status: Part-Time | Unpaid Location: Local Office ... arrive at the victim's location within the required time frame. * Assess vulnerability for ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for victim advocate intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Victim advocate interns are students or recent graduates who work under the supervision of professional victim advocates to support individuals affected by crime or trauma. They assist with providing emotional support, information about victims’ rights, safety planning, and connections to community resources. Interns may help with administrative tasks, attend court proceedings, and participate in outreach or educational programs. The goal is to gain practical experience in advocacy while making a positive impact in the lives of victims.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a victim advocate intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Victim Advocate Intern, you generally need a background in social work, psychology, or criminal justice, along with a basic understanding of victim rights and support processes. Familiarity with case management systems and confidentiality protocols, as well as completion of any required agency-specific training, is important. Excellent active listening, empathy, and strong verbal communication skills help you build trust and effectively support clients in crisis. These competencies ensure that you can provide compassionate assistance, maintain ethical standards, and contribute positively to victim recovery and advocacy efforts.

What types of cases or clients might a victim advocate intern typically support, and how does this exposure help in developing professional skills?

As a Victim Advocate Intern, you may assist clients affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, or other crimes. Exposure to these diverse cases provides valuable experience in crisis intervention, active listening, and practical advocacy. Working directly with clients under supervision allows you to develop empathy, understand trauma-informed care, and learn to navigate resources such as shelters, legal aid, and counseling services. This hands-on involvement not only builds critical communication and organizational skills but also prepares you for future roles in social services or criminal justice.

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AspectVictim Advocate InternVictim Advocate
Required CredentialsUsually pursuing or holding a relevant degree (e.g., social work, psychology)Typically requires a degree and relevant certifications or licenses
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often supervised, in non-profit or government agenciesFull-time professional role in similar settings with more responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, internships, entry-level positionsEstablished organizations providing ongoing victim support services
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding internship roles and entry pointsClarifying professional responsibilities and career progression

The main difference between a Victim Advocate Intern and a Victim Advocate is the level of experience and responsibility. Interns are typically students gaining experience, while Victim Advocates are trained professionals providing ongoing support to victims. Internships often serve as a stepping stone toward becoming a full Victim Advocate.

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Intern, Sexual Assault Services

Crisis Center of Tampa Bay

Tampa, FL • On-site

Internship

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Position Summary

The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay brings help, hope and healing to people facing serious life challenges or trauma resulting from sexual assault or abuse, domestic violence, financial distress, substance abuse, medical emergency, suicidal thoughts, and emotional or situational problems.

The Sexual Assault Services Victim Advocate Intern provides crisis intervention, emotional support, and advocates for survivors of sexual assault. The Sexual Assault Services Victim Advocate Intern will coordinate services for survivors with medical, legal, mental health and social service systems. The Sexual Assault Services Victim Advocate Intern will receive guidance from the Director of Sexual Assault Services, , Supervisor of Advocacy, and Victim Advocates. This position reports to the Supervisor of Advocacy for supervision. In the absence of the Supervisor of Advocacy, the Sexual Assault Victim Advocate Intern will report to the Director of Advocacy.

Strategic/Transformational Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide exceptional customer service as an advocate to clients who have experienced trauma from sexual assault or abuse in a safe, courteous, and professional manner.
  • Participate in the performance quality improvement (PQI) process and use data to improve client services and outcomes.

Transactional/Administrative Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive victim services to all clients requesting advocacy.
  • Respond to sexual assault exams 24/7.
  • Provide community outreach to increase awareness and access to The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay services with an emphasis on minority and underserved populations.
  • Provide sexual assault awareness and prevention education presentations to various community groups, schools, social service agencies, and other groups as needed.
  • Attend community meetings and professionally represent the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with the medical, legal, mental health and social service systems in order to better advocate for victims of sexual violence.
  • Have knowledge of State of Florida Statutes and policies impacting victims' rights and options.
  • Accompany clients to legal and medical appointments as related to their experience with sexual violence.
  • Assist clients through the Crime Victim Compensation application process.
  • Assist clients through the process of filing injunctions for protection through the Clerk of the Circuit Court.
  • Maintain updated information for Hillsborough County community resources.
  • Attend all SAS department and other required Crisis Center of Tampa Bay meetings.
  • Use the empowerment model to develop safety plans with clients.
  • Develop positive and collaborative relationships with other agencies.
  • Have knowledge of and comply with the policies and procedures of the Crisis Center and all partnering agencies.
  • Know and comply with HIPAA regulation.

Required Competencies

  • Cooperation/Teamwork - Works toward win/win solutions. Deals with conflict collaboratively. Discusses root causes underlying the problem. Develops effective working relationships.
  • Engaging Communication - Relates to people in an open, honest, sincere manner. Treats people with respect. Is friendly and approachable. Listens attentively to others. Communicates ideas clearly. Communicates appropriately with leadership and coworkers.
  • Customer Service (Internal & External) - Recognizes and attends to important details with accuracy and efficiency. Treats customers courteously. Responds to customer requests in a timely manner. Elicits feedback from customers to monitor their satisfaction. Considers both short and long-term interests of the customer in making service decisions. Proactively identifies customer needs. Takes responsibility to resolve customer complaints. Takes business or personal risks to serve customers' long-term interests. Creates strategies to help the organization serve customers more effectively.
  • Adaptability - Adapts readily to changes. Works effectively under stress. Needs minimal supervision. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Is reliable, dependable and results oriented. Maintains productivity and composure under pressure. Effectively prioritizes work and establishes clear goals and plans.
  • Problem Solving - Views problems as opportunities to create new solutions. Anticipates potential problems and analyzes alternative solutions.
  • Judgment - Gathers sufficient input before making decisions. Sees interrelatedness between issues. Considers alternative solutions. Makes appropriate and timely decisions.
  • Valuing & Fostering Diversity - Demonstrates respect for individual differences and establishing a climate where all people can be comfortable and productive through sensitivity, empathy, and acceptance of cultural, racial, mental health, and socio-economic diversity.
  • Self-Management - Takes responsibility for one's behavior and well-being; Works effectively under stress and adapting one's style to changing situations; Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and needs minimal supervision; Exhibits a professional demeanor.

Education and Experience

  • Level II backgroundcheck required.
  • Working toward bachelor's degree in social work, mental health, or other social sciences related field.
  • Must possess reliable transportation and a valid Florida Driver's license.
  • Complete 30-hour self-study (within 30 days of hire) training through the Florida Council Against Sexual Violence

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Physical Requirement: Employee must be at to sit, climb or balance, hear, use hands, taste/smell, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, stand, walk, talk, and reach with hands and arms.

Working Conditions: Duties are performed primarily in an office environment.

Travel: Occasional

Hours: Services available 365 days a year 24-hours a day. Sexual Assault Interns may be required to be available on-call during holidays, evenings, and/or weekends; and during hurricanes and other times of disasters/critical incidents

This job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.

CCTB is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for our applicants and employees. It is our policy to apply recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and professional development practices without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or certain classifications based on genetic information, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

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