Trained volunteers and interns make essential contributions to our service programs and to the criminal justice system. 
 

In-jail internships

We are pleased to offer long- and short-term unpaid internships to provide primary social services within San Francisco jails.  We have found that interns quickly come to understand the essentials of effectively serving prisoner clients.  Time spent as an NCSL intern provides a priceless understanding of the human and systemic basis of crime and incarceration.  It also provides a chance to positively intervene in the lives of those who might otherwise remain deprived of meaningful alternatives.

Please contact our Pre-Release Administrator at (415)552-9250, or e-mail us, or write us at the address below. 

Substance abuse counselors

Volunteer substance abuse counselors work in our in-jail drug treatment program  and in our post-release office.  Please contact our Pre-Release Administrator at (415)552-9250, or e-mail us, or write us at the address below. 

Post-Release volunteers

We have volunteer opportunities at our Post-Release office.  Responsibilities include client intake, administrative, and other support functions.  Please call (415)863-2323, or e-mail us, or write us at the address below. 
 

Childcare and early childhood development

The Children's Waiting Rooms at the Hall of Justice and the Civil Courthouse have openings for childcare volunteers.  The Cameo House transitional housing program has early childhood development opportunities, and licensed supervision is available.  Please contact the coordinators of those programs.