The FosterClub AllStar Internship was founded on the belief that young people who have lived experience in foster care are the best positioned to impact their peers in foster care, and to become change agents to improve the foster care system. AllStars are recognized as leaders on a national scale, and their stories continue to affect policy and practice, significantly improving the lives of youth still in care.
Internship Overview
FosterClub's AllStar internship is a service and training opportunity for young people with lived experience in the foster care system. AllStars learn to amplify perspectives of themselves and other young people in foster care through advocacy and activism to motivate their peers and use their own lived experience to affect systemic change.
The AllStar internship is a hybrid 6-week professional and personal development program that includes one week of in-person service in Oregon.
Interns receive leadership training, help improve outcomes for youth transitioning out of care, educate peers and industry professionals, and change public perceptions about foster youth across the nation at conferences and events.
One of my biggest takeaways from the AllStar Internship is the power of my voice and story. Being surrounded by other foster youth leaders showed me that I’m not alone in this journey. I gained professional and leadership skills that I’ll carry with me forever.
— Dakota Moronez, 2025 AllStar
Who is Eligible?
In order to apply, applicants must:
- Have first-hand experience in the child welfare system/foster care
- Be between the ages of 18 and 24 during program dates
- Have consistent access to high-speed internet (A $50 telecom stipend is provided to AllStars to support with tech and internet access), assistance with other access needs can be arranged if needed
- Be able to actively focus and engage online with the cohort for five hours daily during virtual weeks (from 9am - 2pm PT | 10am - 3pm MT | 11am - 4pm CT | 12pm-5pm ET).
- Travel for training and Conference support in Oregon from July 25 - August 1, 2026.
What are the Benefits?
- $3000 living allowance for
- A $400 / week living allowance
- Internship Completion Honorarium ($600)
- Telecom stipend ($55)
- Extensive practical leadership training, mentoring, advocacy, event and facilitation experience, and networking opportunities!
- A community of belonging, inspiration and support.
When Does This Happen?
2026 Session Dates: June 29 - August 7
2026 Travel dates to Oregon: July 25 - Aug 1
Week 1: Learning FosterClub’s Way (Virtual)
Week 2: Creating an Impact through System Change (Virtual)
Week 3: Peer Support Training (Virtual)
Week 4: DREAM Conference Training (Virtual)
Week 5: DREAM Conference (In - Person)
Week 6: A Good Goodbye (Virtual)
Throughout the year, AllStars are connected with other service and engagement opportunities Nationally and encouraged to connect within their state.
This year's application is closed except for candidates from Montana.
Want to check out the application in advance? Download and review a copy of the application before you apply! You'll need to create a FosterClub Website Account (different than App account) in order to apply. If you need help, email [email protected]