Focus on giving an example of how you have compassion for others while remaining professional and not letting your emotions interfere with your work. It is excellent to be compassionate but not to the point where you cannot stay focused on your job.

If you want to be considered for the social work internship, it is best to avoid saying you do not feel compassion for others. If you do not consider yourself a compassionate person, you might want to consider another type of work. Since you chose to pursue a career in social work, you most likely are a compassionate, kind, and empathetic individual who genuinely cares about people.

"Yes, I consider myself a very compassionate person. I grew up wanting to be a nurse because I always wanted to help those who were sick or injured. I was the young girl who always brought home stray animals and tended to their needs. I changed my career focus after doing volunteer work at a homeless shelter and feeling compassion for those displaced and left without a roof over their heads. I feel I can make a bigger impact on the community by working as a social worker. While I have compassion and empathy for others, I can still keep my emotions in check and be professional while performing my job."