FAMILIES
PARENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Our Parent Internship program gives Head Start parents opportunities to be involved in their child’s day-to-day activities, while also gaining new workplace skills.
GAIN EXPERIENCE
Family members interested in childcare careers gain valuable experience and training to further their goals, and can obtain licenses paid for by Head Start during their internship.
Benefits to program participants include:
- Job specific trainings
- Resume building
- Individualized incentives upon training completion


AVAILABLE INTERNSHIP POSITIONS
CENTER ASSISTANT
Support safety, guidance, educational development and other center tasks as assigned
COOK ASSISTANT
Assist with preparation of meals and snacks, sanitation and safety, and documentation/record keeping
TEACHER ASSISTANT
Support safety, guidance, educational development and other classroom tasks as assigned
LEARN MORE TODAY
Oregon Central Background Registry is required for all internship positions. Apply here.