Program Intern

About the role

The Child Mind Institute is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders. We provide gold-standard evidence-based care, deliver educational resources to millions of families annually, train educators in underserved communities, and develop tomorrow's breakthrough treatments.

Position Details

This internship position is unpaid and does not qualify interns for wages, overtime pay, benefits, or other compensation. It is intended to provide educational, observational, and professional development opportunities rather than to perform the essential functions of a paid role. The 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.

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.
• Aid in 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

Requirements

• 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

• The role may require occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds.
• The role may also require standing and walking for prolonged periods throughout the workday.
• The role may require bending, reaching, twisting, and maintaining a range of physical positions required to support classroom and clinical activities.

EEO Disclaimer

The 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).