​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Step Inside Local Government. Discover Your Future.​​

Inside Broward: Human Services Education Day — an experience designed exclusively for higher education students ready to explore impactful careers in public service. Spend the day alongside County experts as you discover how Broward County Human Services transforms policy into practice, strengthens communities, and supports residents across every stage of life. This dynamic event connects higher education students directly with County leaders, policy experts, and frontline professionals who transform local government strategy into real-world solutions for families, veterans, seniors, children, and vulnerable communities.
​
​ If you’re studying health sciences, public administration, social work, human services, public health, criminal justice, nursing, counseling, data analysis, accounting/finance, pre-law, or any other related field, this is your opportunity to understand local government in action and explor​e various career paths.
​ALL STUDENTS, regardless of their intended career field, are encouraged to attend and discover career opportunities they may not have previously considered.

​​REGISTER
​

Your morning begins at Government Center East (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM), where you’ll gain insight into Broward County’s governance structure, the role of County Commissioners, and the diverse career pathways that power public service. From program coordination and policy development to community engagement and administration, you’ll see how multiple disciplines align within Human Services to create measurable outcomes for residents.

From 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, you’ll dive deeper by meeting with the divisions of the Human Services Department of your choice. Engage directly with directors, managers, administrators, and frontline staff for an in-depth presentation on divisional roles and functions. Ask questions about career paths, required degrees, certifications, and advancement opportunities. Walk away with clarity, connections, and a stronger understanding of how your academic journey can evolve into a purpose-driven career in human services.

​ This is more than a visit—it’s a launchpad for your future!​


​
​​​

Please select a division you would like to meet with for the afternoon session from the list below.


  • ​​​​BARD - The Broward Addiction Recovery Division has a variety of programs geared to meet the needs of adult clients (i.e. 18 and older) as they continue to sustain their recovery from drug and alcohol use. Their programs are customized to service clients at various levels of care utilizing a wide array of treatment modalities. They have a multidisciplinary team that provides clinical, medical and nutritional services to meet the needs of our clients. Services range from Detoxification, Residential, Outpatient and Medication Assisted Treatment.
Learn More about BARD

  • EVSD - The Elderly and Veterans Services Divisio​n, utilizing a holistic service delivery approach, empowers elders, veterans of all ages and their families/caregivers to improve their quality of life through supports that promote self-sufficiency and aging in place. Division services include Customer Relations and Senior Services, Community Care for the Elderly, and Behavioral Health.
Learn More about EVSD

  • ​FS​AD - The Family Success Administration Division provides emergency assistance and case management services through 4 programs to prevent the citizens of Broward County from experiencing homelessness, evictions, foreclosures, loss of electric and water services and assist with tuition, financial management, employment, transportation, nutrition, and childcare.
Learn More about FSAD

  • CISD - The Crisis Intervention and Support Division was established to align the synergies of the direct service programs at the Nancy J. Cotterman Center (NJCC) and Justice Service for a joint approach to public safety. CISD provides services at no cost to program participants. The Nancy J. Cotterman Center is the County's only Certified Sexual Assault Program, Accredited Child Advocacy Center, and Child Protection Team in Broward County. NJCC serves survivors of child abuse, sexual violence, and human trafficking. Services includes therapy, advocacy, case coordination, crisis intervention, forensic medical exams, forensic interviews, accompaniment, and psychological evaluations.
​​​​Learn More about CISD​

  • ​​HOSS-D – The Housing Options, Solutions, Support Division (HOSS-D) in partnership with the community, works to assist Broward County homeless in finding safe, affordable, and clean new lodging and to ensure Broward County constituents’ rights are respected. All HOSS-D sections work closely with other governmental, state, and local organizations to address the root causes of homelessness and how to create and enhance sustainable solutions. In addition, our Human Rights team works to ensure that Broward County residents are not subject to unlawful discrimination in employment, housing or public accommodations.
Learn More about HOSS-D​​

  • ​​CPD - The Community Partnerships Division is responsible for the comprehensive system of care that addresses the physical and behavioral health needs of Broward County residents, including those with disabilities. CPD provides public centered grants administration, policy development, and procurement opportunities and participates in community development and outreach activities.
Learn More about CPD

​

Below are the application dates and deadlines for this exclusive opportunity! Students are encouraged to register early as spaces are limited. ​​

​
​​Application Deadline

 ​Tour Dates
 ​Application Status
​May 22, 2024
 ​May 28, 2024
 ​Closed​
April 11, 2025​
 May 9, 2025 Closed
​April 10, 2026​
 ​May 22, 2024
 ​Open​

We reserve the right to close the application earlier than the stated deadline if we receive an overwhelming number of applicants.

To register, please click on the link below. We will reach out to you after you apply soon thereafter for a follow-up.

Important: You MUST be fully registered to participate in this event as we will be confirming all attendees. No walk-ins allowed. 
​

REGISTER​​

​

If you have any additional questions, please call 954-357-6463 or email hsduniversitypracticumprogra​m@broward.org​​​​​
​
​
​
​​