Internship Admissions, Support, and Initial Placement Data

Program Fit

A strong fit with the practitioner-scholar model is required. The dissertation proposal must be accepted prior to the start of the internship. We are dedicated to cultural competence as our sites work with underserved communities. Applicants must show evidence of a desire to train within a community mental health setting, and we value previous experiences in related settings. Evidence of professionalism throughout the application materials is desired. Please provide three letters of recommendation, at least one from a professor or instructor and one from a field supervisor.

Minimum Criteria Used for Screening Applicants

All selection procedures will be conducted within the guidelines of APPIC. There is preference for 3.5 GPA or above and a minimum of 400 direct intervention hours, 30 assessment hours, and a minimum of 3 years in your graduate program prior to internship. We prefer graduate students who are flexible, team players, mature, and open to feedback. Students who can speak a second language, have experience with our target populations (e.g., rural, underserved, veterans, and/or first responders), and/or demonstrate strong interpersonal skills are also preferred in the selection process.

Question: Does the program or institution require students, trainees, and/or staff (faculty) to comply with specific policies or practices related to the institution’s affiliation or purpose? Such policies or practices may include, but are not limited to, admissions, hiring, retention policies, and/or requirements for completion that express mission and values?

Answer: No

Annual Stipend/Salary for Full-time Interns: $45,000

Annual Stipend/Salary for Half-time Interns: N/A

Program provides access to medical insurance for intern? Yes

Trainee contribution to cost required? $30 premium is waived only if the trainee completes the 2-step wellness incentive during plan benefit year

Coverage of family member(s) available? Yes

Coverage of legally married partner available? Yes

Coverage of domestic partner available? 

Hours of Annual Paid Personal Time Off (PTO and/or Vacation): 8 hrs/month (available for use after 6 months of employment)

Hours of Annual Paid Sick Leave: 8 hrs/month

In the event of medical conditions and/or family needs that require extended leave, does the program allow reasonable unpaid leave to interns/residents in excess of personal time off and sick leave? Yes

(Provide an Aggregated Tally for the Preceding 3 Cohorts)