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Lutheran Services in Iowa · 1 month ago

Unpaid LSI Internship or Practicum - Iowa Statewide - Summer 2026

Des Moines, IA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Lutheran Services in Iowa is one of the state's largest nonprofit human services agencies, assisting families through various programs. The LSI internship program trains students looking to start a career in the human services field, offering invaluable hands-on experience.

Health CareNon ProfitNursing and Residential CareSocialTherapeutics

Responsibilities

Assist Iowa families in need through a variety of programs

Provide hands-on experience in human services

Access online training materials and modules

Participate in position specific training

Complete mandatory reporter training

Complete HIPAA training

Complete universal precautions training and certifications

Qualification

Behavioral Health Intervention ServicesTrauma Informed CareMandatory Reporter TrainingHIPAAUniversal Precautions Training

Required

Must be 18 years or older

Currently enrolled and working towards academic credit or a course requirement

Be able to pass and maintain an acceptable background check and driving record

Maintain a valid driver's license and meet agency insurance coverage requirements

Be able to lift 40 pounds

Be able to climb stairs, push and pull, bend/stoop, crouch and kneel

This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check

Depending on the position, location and service there may be additional requirements that will need to be met prior to or during an internship