Alexandria City High School Students Only - Summer Youth Employment Program Summer Internships 2026

Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 — and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we’ve also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here’s what they say makes us stand out:

• Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice. 
• Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential. 
• Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued. 

The Goodwin Living Summer Internship program allows college students an opportunity to explore the field of senior living and engage in many of the department that are essential to our organization. Applications are accepted and positions are filled on a rolling basis. This opportunity is only open to high school students who are part of Alexandria City Summer Youth Employment Program.

Applicants can apply for the following departments:

• Life Enrichment (event planning and facilitation with residents)
• Facilities Management (team support)

This program is 3 days a week for 8-weeks (120 hours) beginning the week of June 24 and culminating on August 14. Interns will be required to submit all necessary onboarding documents and attend an in-person/all-day orientation on June 9 prior to their start date. 

Summer Interns will receive a stipend, a resident mentor, and 2-3 professional development workshops with our leadership team. 

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in high school and part of the Summer Youth Employment Program (City of Alexandria)
• Must be 16-years-old
• Must be able to attend Goodwin Living Orientation on Tuesday, June 9, 2026
• Must be able to attend Goodwin Living Internship Kickoff on Friday, June 19, 2026
• Must be able to complete the internship in person three days per week for 8 weeks, with 5.5-hour shifts each day (approximately 15 hours per week, including lunch breaks), during business hours (Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.)
• Must have additional time outside of scheduled work hours to complete two to three workshops with Goodwin Living leaders.
• Ability to relate to and work with team members and their department
• Creates a welcoming, friendly and adaptable environment for those they serve and work with 
• Be interested to work with a diverse population of older adults
• Have a can-do mindset and be excited to learn about all we have to offer
• Proficient with email communications and knowledge of Microsoft Office 

• Follow all procedures of the host department
• Engage in projects as defined by the host department 
• Assist in day to day task of the host department 

Activities Coordination, Event Planning and Facilitation, Resident Engagement, Arts/Fitness/Music and more 

Assist in Maintaining Campus Operations and Grounds

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today. These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day — one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.