COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS:

For the health and safety of our residents and employees, Volunteers are currently restricted from visiting Exceptional Care for Children.
In lieu of interacting directly with our residents here at ECC, we are currently offering Virtual Volunteer opportunities.

For an updated list of Virtual Volunteer opportunities, please reach out to Emily Holcombe.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

 

Exceptional Care for Children (ECC) has working relationships with several colleges and universities
both in Delaware and through the Mid-Atlantic region.

We have unpaid internship and practicum opportunities in the following departments (availability varies by semester):

    • Play Therapy
    • Business Development
    • Social Work
  • Dietetics (limited to the University of Delaware)

FAQs

How do I apply?

If you are interested in an Internship or Practicum with Exceptional Care for Children, please send your resume and letter of interest to Emily Holcombe eholcombe@exceptionalcare.org

What is the interview process?

Applicants will be scheduled for a first interview and facility tour with our Volunteer Coordinator. Final candidates will be scheduled for a second interview with the appropriate Department Head.

Do you offer shadowing or student opportunities in Occupational Therapy?

Unfortunately, we do not offer any shadowing, volunteer or student opportunities in our Therapy Department.

Do you offer shadowing or student opportunities in Physical Therapy?

Unfortunately, we do not offer any shadowing, volunteer or student opportunities in our Therapy Department.

Do you offer shadowing or student opportunities in Speech Language Pathology?

Unfortunately, we do not offer any shadowing, volunteer or student opportunities in our Therapy Department.

How do I learn more?

Don’t hesitate to contact Emily Holcombe Eholcombe@exceptionalcare.org with any other questions.