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NEOGOV · 8 hours ago

2026 Summer Intern - Juvenile Justice Services

Chesterfield, VA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$17/hr - $19/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

NEOGOV is part of Chesterfield County, which serves court-involved youth and families through various juvenile justice programs. The Summer Intern will work directly with detained youth to deliver educational and enriching programs, develop curricula, and collaborate with staff to support the Summer Enrichment Program.

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Responsibilities

Work directly with detained youth to deliver educational but fun and enriching programs during the month of July

Research programming, develop appropriate curricula, and deliver selected programming to residents

Work closely with teachers and mental health staff to research programming and curricula and develop lesson plans

Deliver programming to residents in a classroom setting in support of the Summer Enrichment Program

Perform other work as required

Qualification

Adolescent developmentFacilitation of psycho-educational groupsRecreational therapeutic activitiesStructured program of careCommunication skills

Required

Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student with a minimum grade point average of at least 2.8

Ability to participate in the full 10-week program

Exhibit a commitment to public service

Genuine interest in learning about public administration

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required

Positive, self-motivated individual with good communication skills

Knowledge of adolescent development

Comfortable working with juvenile offenders in a detention setting

Ability to work effectively with some juveniles who have behavioral problems and mental health needs

Ability to facilitate psycho-educational groups

Knowledge and experience providing recreational therapeutic activities (Music, art, exercise, play, effective social skills, coping skills, stress management, etc.)

Fields of study may include psychology, sociology, social work, therapeutic recreation, drama, music therapy, art therapy, or physical education

Ability to provide a structured program of care, program of physical education and activities and/or art, drama, music