Volunteer Intern Program

Program Description

This program encourages community involvement by students, professionals, adults and teens in the lives of refugees and immigrants new to the area. There are a variety of opportunities to have a positive impact on your new neighbors and no act is too large or too small. We offer training, support and ideas…you offer your time, experience and interest in learning a new culture, a new way of seeing the world and the opportunity to make a new friend. This program is active in Pinellas, Hillsborough and Miami-Dade counties.

Volunteers and Interns contribute to this program in important ways. They are needed in a variety of capabilities at all times of the year. Training and support are provided. Please call to discuss your special talents and our needs!

Volunteers and Interns are always needed to work directly with clients in a variety of ways including:

  • Cultural Liaisons and Mentors
  • Community Guides
  • English Tutors
  • Case Management Assistants and,
  • Support Group Assistants.

Volunteer work and internships are also available in our offices by providing support for:

  • Research
  • Program Evaluation
  • Administrative Support
  • Data Input and,
  • Assisting with Community Events

Professional providers are needed to donate their time and talents to serve survivors of torture such as:

  • Dentists
  • Therapists
  • Social Workers
  • Medical Providers and,
  • Attorneys.

 

Please contact us if you are interested in becoming a volunteer,
intern or being part of our provider network.

Tampa Bay

Natalie Bicknell
Phone: 727-450-7275
Fax: 727-450-7285
nbicknell@gcjfs.org

Miami Dade

Abigail Alexander
Phone: 305-805-5060 x116
Fax: 305-805-5068
alexander@gcjfs.org