When do interns secure their placements?

  • Fall internship: July 1
  • Spring internship: November 1
  • Summer internship: April 1

How do I let students know about internship opportunities at my agency?
You can email opportunities directly to the Internship Coordinator (Jamie Hartsfield, jhartsfi@odu.edu) to be shared with Human Services students. Once required paperwork is in place, your site will also be listed in the Agency Directory.

Can I share employment opportunities with ODU students as well?
Yes. Please email any job postings to the Internship Coordinator, and we will share them with students and recent graduates.

What paperwork is required before an intern can begin hours?

Both must be finalized before students may begin internship hours.

Who is my main point of contact once I have an intern?

  • The Internship Instructor will reach out to you at the start of the semester and is your contact for any matters concerning that specific intern throughout the semester.
  • The Internship Coordinator (Jamie Hartsfield, jhartsfi@odu.edu) is your contact for overall internship process and site compliance.

What qualifications are required for Site Supervisors?
A supervisor must have either:

  • A master’s degree in a related field, OR
  • A bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of experience in human services.

What supervision is expected of me as a Site Supervisor?

  • Provide at least one full hour of direct supervision weekly.
  • Focus supervision on the intern’s client interactions, professional behaviors, ethics, diversity awareness, and growth areas.
  • Review and sign the intern’s weekly time logs.
  • Complete midterm and final evaluations of the intern.

How many hours will the intern complete?
Each student must complete a 400-hour, one-semester internship, including at least 100 direct contact hours with clients.

What courses have interns already completed before beginning?
Interns have completed core courses such as: Interpersonal Relations, Human Services Methods, Case Management & Crisis Intervention, Program Development, Diversity Issues, Psychoeducational Groups, Family Guidance, and other applied courses. This ensures they are prepared for hands-on practice.

Where do interns complete their placements?
Students are placed in Hampton Roads, throughout Virginia, and beyond — based on their location and interest. Students are responsible for securing their own sites.

What if I have an opportunity for graduate-level Counseling students?
Please reach out to Dr. Brittany Suggs at 📧 bsuggs@odu.edu for information on graduate counseling fieldwork placements.

What if I have potential internships for students in other ODU majors or programs?
Please connect with the Monarch Internship & Co-Op Office (MICO). They support opportunities across all disciplines and manage student connections through the Handshake platform.

What if I have another question?
Contact the Internship Coordinator:
📧 jhartsfi@odu.edu