Careers in Aging Exploration Internship
Have Plans for Summer 2023?
How About Finding A Career Path You Didn’t Know You’d Love?
How About Finding A Career Path You Didn’t Know You’d Love?
“I learned something from each and every one of them because they had such diverse backgrounds. And I took a lesson from each and every one of them… In this internship you gain a greater appreciation for the elders in your life and in the world.” - Alicia, 2018 Intern Alum
Age-Friendly Teaneck is looking for four outstanding and motivated high school rising juniors or seniors eager to explore the changing and dynamic realm of aging career opportunities. People are living longer and populations are aging world-wide. The demand for professionals with expertise in aging is growing rapidly. We are offering a four-week summer internship, beginning July 10 through August 4. Deadline to apply for these positions is May 19. Interns will each receive a $1000 stipend upon completion of the internship.
This Aging Careers Exploration Internship will offer a comprehensive look at the kinds of social services and businesses that are expected to grow exponentially in the next decade and beyond as our population grows older. The internship will offer a combination of a dynamic curriculum, real-world experience and one-on-one connections with professionals in the fields of aging care related social work, geriatric wellness, technology, home care, recreation, food service, housing, elder law and business management.
This Aging Careers Exploration Internship will offer a comprehensive look at the kinds of social services and businesses that are expected to grow exponentially in the next decade and beyond as our population grows older. The internship will offer a combination of a dynamic curriculum, real-world experience and one-on-one connections with professionals in the fields of aging care related social work, geriatric wellness, technology, home care, recreation, food service, housing, elder law and business management.
Interns will benefit through:
- Learning about geriatric health and wellness career opportunities beyond nursing and medical school
- Learning through weekly informal meetings and Q&A sessions with a variety of senior care professionals
- Becoming knowledgeable about the myriad social services and resources available to older adults in Bergen County
- Tearing down stereotypes, fears and misconceptions about the elder population and understanding that health is more than a medical issue
- Understanding and communicating well with older adults as people; sharing stories and common interests; becoming more compassionate about challenges that can come with aging
“I was familiar with all the jobs but I didn't know that there were specific people that worked with only older adults in their field, for example the architect and the attorney.” - Kaydence, 2022 Intern Alum |
The four-week curriculum will include an introductory overview of the range of senior-care career opportunities and the reasons behind their growth. Subsequent reading, video and web-based assignments will explore issues in greater depth. Also planned are visits to a variety of senior living facilities, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing.
Hands-on learning will focus on how in-home and social work assessments are managed; how food service and meal deliveries are planned and coordinated; how recreation activities are coordinated and run; and how wellness checks are carried out.
Check out the video below of places our 2019 cohort attended or click here to view a video of the presentations by our 2022 cohort.
Hands-on learning will focus on how in-home and social work assessments are managed; how food service and meal deliveries are planned and coordinated; how recreation activities are coordinated and run; and how wellness checks are carried out.
Check out the video below of places our 2019 cohort attended or click here to view a video of the presentations by our 2022 cohort.
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Interns will be required to present on a topic reflecting on their experiences before the end of the internship. Each intern will pursue an aging-related project and will present it at an end-of-internship event.
Interns will be supervised by a team of seasoned and knowledgeable professionals, who are deeply engaged in advancing the mission of Age-Friendly Teaneck.
To apply for this internship, please fill out the application below. Deadline for applications is May 19. Interns will be interviewed in May and selected before the school year ends.
To apply for this internship, please fill out the application below. Deadline for applications is May 19. Interns will be interviewed in May and selected before the school year ends.