Companis x UW School of Social Work Collaboration

Nonprofits serving King and/or Snohomish Counties are invited to host a University of Washington Masters of Social Work (MSW) or Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) student to provide meaningful, long-term support for your programs. MSW/BSW students bring fresh energy, skills and a deep commitment to advancing equity and community well-being. Through a partnership with Companis, your nonprofit will receive additional support, guidance and resources to help you successfully host & support your MSW students.

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Pilot Program Partner

Two UW MSW students are serving as peer navigators at Project Open Arms, a grassroots resettlement project of TRACTION that supports trans+ people and families seeking safer, more welcoming places to live.

TRACTION is a trans-led, Washington-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that cultivates connection, visibility, and belonging for transgender and gender-diverse people through service in support of underserved communities.

Who can participate?

Your nonprofit is a great candidate if you meet the following requirements:

  • 501(c)(3) nonprofit directly serving clients in King and/or Snohomish Counties
  • Can provide social work students with rich learning opportunities, which could include (but is not limited to) activities like:
    • Providing direct mental health or resource navigation support to clients in 1:1 or group settings
    • Assisting with program design and/or administration, particularly in areas related to socio-emotional learning, community wellness, mental health, etc.
    • Engaging in legislative advocacy, policy research and analysis, or program evaluation
  • Have someone on your staff to supervise your student’s day-to-day work & provide ongoing support

Program Benefits

  • Gain ongoing, meaningful program support from dedicated UW MSW/BSW student for ~9+ months
  • Provide valuable, real-world learning opportunities for a future Social Worker
  • Access an off-site Field Instructor (required for all nonprofits hosting a UW MSW/BSW student) through Companis. *Nominal fee, inquire about grant support that may be available to cover this cost.
  • Receive step-by-step support to become an approved hosting site & successfully host students
  • Your host student receives special Companis benefits, including invitations to Companis community events and ongoing support & learning opportunities
  • Opportunity to continually host students and build a long-term partnership that strengthens your agency’s impact & capacity long-term

Interested in learning more?

Let’s explore how a UW MSW/BSW student can support your mission!

Email Jillian Harmon, Associate Executive Director for Programs at [email protected]. 

Please include “Companis x UW Collaboration” in the subject line.