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School Psychology Intern

Coldwater, MI

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The Branch ISD Special Education Department is offering supervised paid internships for school psychology students that are in their internship year in a graduate school psychology program. Under the ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate internship in Michigan is $15.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.55 and $16.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectGraduate InternshipEntry-Level Position
CredentialsTypically recent graduates or students; may not require formal certificationsRequires a degree; may require specific certifications depending on the role
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Employer UsageUsed to train and evaluate potential future employeesHired to perform specific job functions with less training

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A graduate internship provides hands-on experience in your field of study, allowing you to apply academic knowledge to real-world projects. Interns often work closely with experienced professionals, participate in team meetings, and contribute to meaningful assignments, which helps build practical skills and professional networks. These internships can also lead to full-time job offers or serve as strong references for future job applications, significantly enhancing your career trajectory. Additionally, you'll gain insight into workplace culture and industry expectations, making the transition from student to professional smoother.

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What is a graduate internship?

A graduate internship is a temporary, practical work experience opportunity offered to recent graduates or students who have completed their undergraduate or postgraduate studies. It allows individuals to gain hands-on experience in their chosen field, develop professional skills, and build a network of industry contacts. Graduate internships can last from a few months to a year and may lead to full-time job offers upon successful completion. Employers benefit by evaluating potential hires in a real-world setting, while interns gain valuable insights into their careers of interest.
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Psychometry Intern - Fall 2026 Internship (Psychological Consultation Center)

Psychometry Intern - Fall 2026 Internship (Psychological Consultation Center)

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services

Byron Center, MI

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

Part-time

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Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

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316 PCC

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

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Who Are We?

We at Pine Rest believe in the power of healing and that everyone in our community has the right to expert care for mental health and substance use disorders. We are much more than just the third largest non-profit behavioral health system in the country, our 220-acre main campus, and our network of clinical sites across Michigan. We are a tight-knit community of healers who witness the impact of our life-changing work each day.

Each day, we are closing the gaps in access to care. We are innovating through leading-edge research, testing, programs, and treatment modalities that others replicate across the country. Our services include a state-of-the-art psychiatric urgent care center and a soon-to-be-built pediatric behavioral health center, outpatient, inpatient, partial hospitalization (day programs), assessment and testing, residential, addiction treatment and specialty services such as crisis response, employee assistance programs, forensic psychiatry and psychology, and neuromodulation. On-the-job educational programs for nurses, psychologists, advanced practice providers, psychiatrists, and chaplains are equipping the next generation of care providers.

We are passionate about serving and are honored to be a part of this incredible work.

Psychometry Internship -- Gain Hands-On Experience in Psychological Assessment! (ON-SITE/IN-PERSON)

Are you an undergraduate psychology student seeking valuable, real-world experience? Our Psychometry Internship at the Pine Rest Psychological Consultation Center (PCC) offers a unique opportunity to develop essential skills in psychological assessment and consultation.

As a Psychometry Intern, you will become part of a team of experienced Psychologists and support staff dedicated to evaluating and assisting individuals across the lifespan, from children to older adults. Your primary role will involve administering and scoring psychological assessments for clients suspected of having Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Through individualized supervision and hands-on training, you'll gain:

  • Experience in administering standardized psychological tests

  • Insight into psychological testing, measurement, and evaluation

  • Opportunities to observe Psychologists in clinical consultations and assessments

  • Exposure to a professional clinical environment

By the end of this unpaid field experience, you'll have built practical skills in psychological testing and expanded your knowledge of clinical assessment-an invaluable foundation for graduate studies and future careers in psychology!

Fall 2026 Internship Details:

  • Application Timeline: June 3rd, 2026 - July 13th, 2026

  • Group Interview: July 31st, 2026

  • Internship Orientation: August 17th, 2026 or August 24th, 2026

  • First Reporting Day at PCC: August 18th, 2026 or August 25th, 2026

Time Commitment:

Our Summer internships last 15 weeks, totaling approximately 180 hours and are on-site, in-person. Interns must complete 12 hours per week, which can be scheduled as:

  • One full-day (8-hour) shift plus one half-day (4-hour) shift per week OR

  • Three half-day (4-hour) shifts per week.

All shifts are scheduled Monday - Friday between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm (no evening or weekend hours).

Who Should Apply?

Psychology undergraduate students with a Junior or Senior class standing only (MA-level applicants will not be considered).

Required Coursework (Completed Before Internship):

  • Introductory Psychology Courses

  • Upper-Level Courses: Abnormal Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Statistics, and Research Methods

Preferred coursework:

  • Psychological Testing, Psychological Consultation, and Personality

This internship is designed for students eager to gain hands-on experience in psychological assessment and consultation-perfect for those planning to pursue graduate studies or careers in psychology!

If you are selected to participate in the interview process, you will receive an email or phone call within 2 weeks of applying.

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