Intern/Practicum

Mission & About Us

Rooted in aloha and kuleana, Hale Kipa is dedicated to supporting and empowering Hawai'i's youth, young adults, and families who are navigating trauma, injustice, and systemic barriers. Through safe and nurturing housing, culturally grounded care, and trauma-informed relationships, we encourage them to discover their passions, embrace their resilience, and thrive as compassionate, responsible leaders in their families and communities.

Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed Hawai'i's youth and children. We provide youth outreach, independent living facilities, therapeutic foster care, a haven for runaways, and more. Our founders recognized a need for a nonprofit to step in to assist this deserving population and we are still doing that critical work today, on O'ahu, Kaua'i, and the Island of Hawai'i. Learn more about Hale Kipa's programs [https://www.halekipa.org/es/].

Hale Kipa, Inc. welcomes intern/practicum students who seek meaningful and hands-on experience. As a community-based non-profit organization, we are committed to providing structured learning opportunities that bridge academic theory with real-world practice.

Students placed with our organization could receive

• Supervised field experience
• Exposure to non-profit operations and community engagement
• Opportunities to contribute to mission-driven initiatives
• Professional mentorship and skill development

Hale Kipa, Inc. partners with accredited colleges and universities to ensure students meet their academic requirements while gaining valuable experience serving our community.