Internship Opportunities
The Gordon County Child Advocacy Center and Sexual Assault Center is proud to launch our new H.E.A.R.T. Internship Program. This program is designed to provide students and emerging professionals with hands-on experience in advocacy, prevention, and community-based support services.
Interns will have the opportunity to gain meaningful, real-world experience while working alongside compassionate professionals dedicated to serving children, survivors, and families. Through training, mentorship, and supervised learning opportunities, interns will develop practical skills while deepening their understanding of trauma-informed care and victim advocacy.
Our Current Interns
Internship Opportunities
The H.E.A.R.T. Internship Program offers four internship tracks designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience in victim services, advocacy, prevention, and nonprofit operations. Each track supports students in developing practical skills while working within a trauma-informed, supportive environment.
Our internship opportunities include:
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Victim Services Intern – Forensic Emphasis
Focuses on supporting forensic services, including observation, documentation support, and assisting with processes related to forensic interviews and exams under supervision. -
Victim Services Intern – Advocacy Emphasis
Emphasizes direct victim advocacy support, including crisis response assistance, resource coordination, and survivor-centered support services. -
Community Outreach & Prevention Intern
Concentrates on prevention education, community engagement, awareness initiatives, and assisting with outreach events and trainings. -
Administrative and Program Support Intern
Provides experience in nonprofit operations through administrative support, data entry, scheduling assistance, and office organization.
Program Requirements
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Must be enrolled in a college or university program
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Commitment and schedule vary by semester
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Supervision and individualized learning goals provided
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May qualify for course credit (check with your academic advisor)
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Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about making a difference and eager to gain meaningful, hands-on experience, we invite you to apply for our H.E.A.R.T. Internship Program. Simply complete our online application and the form below to get started.
If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Caricia Zamora at caricia@gordoncac.org . We’d love to connect with you and support you through the process.
Want To Hear From Our Past Interns?
"I was honored to learn from the team at GCCAC/SAC and witness firsthand the compassion and advocacy they bring to children, survivors and families every day. My internship challenged me to grow both personally and professionally, strengthening my skills and reinforcing my passion for helping others. I am incredibly grateful for the mentorship, support, and experiences I gained during my time there. Although my internship has ended, I look forward to continuing to support the center through volunteer opportunities and community involvement."
Maria Zuniga- University of Kentucky MSW
Spring 2026 H.E.A.R.T. Intern