Payment for Placements (P4P): Why Social Work Interns Should Be Paid

Social Work to Wealth Podcast • March 17, 2025

“In this episode, we were joined by Pilar Bonilla and Aiden Bondurant from Payment 4 Placements (P4P), an organization fighting for social work students to be compensated for their labor. Pilar and Aiden share their personal experiences with unpaid internships, what motivated them to join the movement, and the real impact these policies have on students’ financial and professional futures.

We dive into the challenges of changing perceptions around student labor, the biggest roadblocks to securing funding, and the legislative efforts currently in motion to make paid placements a reality. We also chat about the larger implications of financial wellness in the social work profession and how collective advocacy can push the field forward. If you’re a social worker or ally who believes in fair pay for our future practitioners, this is a must-listen!”

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