Social Work Internship Program (SWIP)

About SWIP:
The US Army Social Work Internship Program (SWIP) is the Army’s formal training program for preparing recent Master’s in Social Work graduates for advanced clinical social work practice with Soldiers and Families. The goal of producing highly qualified military social workers capable of independent clinical practice in multiple practice areas which include the Family Advocacy Program, Social Work Leadership and Management, Outpatient Behavioral Health, Addictions Medicine, and a wide array of electives.

About the Program/Role:
SWIP interns rotate through four major rotations and are provided supervision by rotational supervisors at every site. Interns will have a weekly supervision session with the SWIP Director of Training to provide continuity of supervision and ensure all requirements are being met for their state licensure. Once a week the SWIP program has didactics explore a wide variety of topics and to continue the education that they may not have learned in the MSW program. Didactics are also designed to expose interns to other topics that they may not be able to experience in their rotations.

Program Overview:
-26-month postgraduate internship
- Bridge from MSW to independent clinical practice
- Structured supervision and military-unique training
- Prepare for full clinical licensure (LCSW)
- Commission or transition as Active Duty 73A Social Worker Officer

What You'll Experience:
- Military training includes Combat Operational Stress Control and Traumatic Event Management
- Prepares you for Brigade Behavioral Health, COSC, and leadership roles
Core Rotations:
- Behavioral Health
- Family Advocacy Program (FAP)
- Addiction Medicine
- Embedded Behavioral Health
- Social Work Leadership
- Brigade Behavioral Health Officer

Eligibility Requirements:
- MSW from a CSWE-accredited program
- Minimum 3.5 graduating GPA
- Passed ASWB Master's level exam
- Current state master's-level license (LMSW, LGSW, or equivalent)
- U.S. citizen eligible for Secret clearance and commissioning

*Bridge your MSW to independent practice as an army social worker*
Competitive program. 30-month Active Duty Obligation upon completion. Inquire about incentives.

Contact your AMEDD Recruiter or email:
[email protected] / [email protected]