INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY AT SPECTRUM ROCKFORD LGBTQA 

Spectrum of Rockford LGBTQA is accepting applications from students for a year long internship opportunity.  We have positions available for Master's Level graduate students who are enrolled in either a Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, or LGBT/Gender Studies program.  Here are the requirements and position details:

• Commitment of at least two days a week to the internship. Hours are Monday through Friday, 12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
  
• Mandatory Fridays from 12:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
• Can be any orientation - straight, gay, lesbian, or bisexual.
• Must be LGBT-positive and have some experience or interest in the LGBT community.
• Any marital status, religious affiliation, race, size, or gender are accepted.
• Must be well versed in the LGBT community or be willing to learn.
• Must be have a reliable car in order to drive to locations for networking.
• Must be professional and be able to represent Spectrum of Rockford LGBTQA.
• Must be in good academic standing at graduate school.
• Must have good verbal and writing skills.
• Must know how to type and navigate the internet.
• Must be outgoing with good social skills and manners.
  
• Must have or be willing to learn secretarial duties.
  
• Must have leadership skills or be willing to learn to co-lead/lead groups, game nights, and social events.
• Must have good phone skills to return calls, promote events, and build the Spectrum of Rockford LGBTQ membership.
• Must be drug/addiction free and a clean criminal background.  We will conduct a background check.
• Mandatory requirement to obtain one's own individual therapy with an outside clinician.
  
• Must participate in weekly individual and group supervision.

To Apply Please Fax or Mail the Following:

1.  Cover letter.

2.  Resume or curriculum vitae.

3.  Two letters of recommendation.

4.  School transcripts.

5.  A current photograph.

6.  Send to Dr. Lisa Breisch, Director, Spectrum of Rockford LGBTQA, 6625 N. 2nd Street, Loves Park, IL 61111.   You may also fax your materials to 815-639-0312.

Once we have received your application materials, we will contact you regarding coming in for an interview.  If you have any questions in the meantime, please contact Dr. Lisa Breisch at 815-639-0312.