Program Intern

About Child Mind Institute

We're dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders by giving them the help they need. We've become the leading independent nonprofit in children's mental health by providing gold-standard evidence-based care, delivering educational resources to millions of families each year, training educators in underserved communities, and developing tomorrow's breakthrough treatments.

Position Details:

As part of the ADHD team, you will report to a Clinical Psychologist. You will participate in a structured learning experience in the ADHD and Behavior Disorders Center, gaining exposure to evidence-based assessment and treatments approaches for children and teens with ADHD and behavior Disorders Center. Under the supervision of licensed clinicians, you will observe clinical services, participate in training activities, and develop foundational skills in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and related interventions.

This internship position is unpaid. You are not considered employees of Child Mind Institute and are not eligible for wages, overtime pay, benefits, or other compensation. The position is intended to provide educational, observational, and professional development opportunities rather than to perform the essential functions of a paid role.

* This internship runs from September 14, 2026, through May 28, 2027.

Interns are expected to commit 10-12 hours per week and be available in person at least two afternoons per week.

You Will:

Learning Opportunities

• The Program Internship provides a learning and training opportunity for individuals interested in children's mental health, specifically with ADHD and behavioral disorders.

• Interns will gain experience by working directly with children and will receive training in skills from Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidence-based treatment for behavioral concerns.

• If available, participate in weekly center and PCIT meetings involving consultation of cases and administrative concerns with a multidisciplinary team with psychologists of various clinical, behavioral, and school psychology backgrounds.

• Receive monthly individual supervision throughout the internship

Primary Activities

• Observe live and virtual clinical sessions and participate in learning activities under the supervision of licensed clinicians during evaluation and treatment sessions.

• Observe and participate in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) sessions for young children with various behavioral concerns.

• Assist with educational and clinical training activities, including preparing materials and engaging in play-based child-directed interaction during sessions as needed.

You Have:

• Bachelor's degree acquired*

• Prior experience working with children and/or in a clinical setting

• Professional demeanor and attitude; ability to interface with families as well as senior leadership, clinicians and staff

ADA Requirements

This position operates in a professional office environment and requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, use standard office equipment (such as computers, phones, copiers, and printers), perform tasks that involve repetitive motion and communicating with others. The role may also require occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds.

• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods throughout the workday.

• Ability to frequently transition between standing, sitting, kneeling, crouching, squatting, and sitting on the floor while interacting with children.

• Ability to actively participate in children's play and therapeutic activities, including running, walking quickly, climbing stairs, and moving rapidly in response to children's needs and safety.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment, and occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.

• Ability to bend, reach, twist, and maintain a range of physical positions required to support classroom and clinical activities.

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EEO Disclaimer

Child Mind Institute is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

In compliance with California law, we also prohibit discrimination based on reproductive health decision-making, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other category protected by the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). In New York, we extend this prohibition to include status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, or any other characteristic protected by the New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL).

Child Mind Institute is dedicated to ensuring accessibility and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or medical conditions. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process or perform your job, please contact our HR Department at hr@childmind.org

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