24/7 Crisis & Information Hotline: 1-877-363-1912

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Work and Learn With Us

Internships

Be part of something truly meaningful by joining a community of compassionate, well-trained advocates and gaining hands-on experience supporting survivors of child abuse and sexual violence. We offer undergraduate and graduate internships in Child Advocacy (CAC), Adult Advocacy (SAC), and Administrative & Community Engagement roles, providing real-world experience in trauma-informed care, crisis response, outreach, and operations.

Volunteer with Us

You can make a difference by volunteering your time to support survivors and strengthen our community. Opportunities include serving as a trained hotline advocate, helping with outreach and community engagement, supporting special events like The Vagina Monologues and Athens’s Got Talent, or participating in organized Days of Service.

Professional Employment

We’re always interested in connecting with professionals who are passionate about supporting survivors and strengthening our community. Current opportunities are listed below. If no positions are available at this time, we encourage you to follow us on Instagram and sign up for our newsletter to stay connected and be the first to learn about future openings.

Become a Board Member

Help shape the future of survivor support in the Athens-area community by serving on The Cottage’s Board of Directors. Our board members are committed community leaders who provide strategic guidance, stewardship, and advocacy to ensure every dollar is used effectively and every survivor has access to care. If you’re passionate about strengthening our community and want to invest your time and expertise in meaningful impact, visit our Contact Us page and select “Board of Directors Inquiries.”

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