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Inner Balance AZ

Masters Level Counseling Intern

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

Counseling Intern (Masters Level) Inner Balance Counseling | Mesa & Tempe, AZ Adult Outpatient Practice | In-Office Telehealth Inner Balance Counseling is a trauma-informed outpatient practice ...

Brick House Recovery

Boise Intern

Boise, ID · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

We are seeking a masters-level counseling intern enrolled in an Idaho counseling program and working toward LPC licensure to provide supervised clinical services in an outpatient addiction recovery ...

Brick House Recovery

Idaho Falls Intern

Idaho Falls, ID · On-site

We are seeking a masters-level counseling intern enrolled in an Idaho counseling program and working toward LPC licensure to provide supervised clinical services in an outpatient addiction recovery ...

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How much do masters level counseling intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for masters level counseling intern in the United States is $17.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of supervision and support can I expect as a Masters Level Counseling Intern?

As a Masters Level Counseling Intern, you’ll typically receive regular individual and group supervision from licensed professional counselors or supervisors. These sessions provide a safe space to discuss client cases, receive feedback, and develop your counseling skills. Many organizations also offer training workshops, peer collaboration opportunities, and access to mental health resources. Active engagement in supervision not only helps you meet educational requirements but also fosters professional growth and confidence as you transition into independent practice.

What are Masters Level Counseling Interns?

Masters Level Counseling Interns are graduate students in a counseling program who are completing a supervised internship as part of their degree requirements. They work under the guidance of licensed mental health professionals to gain practical experience in counseling clients, conducting assessments, and developing treatment plans. This internship allows them to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings, build their clinical skills, and prepare for future licensure. Interns typically work in settings such as schools, community mental health centers, or private practices. Their work is closely supervised to ensure quality care and professional development.

What is the difference between Masters Level Counseling Intern vs Licensed Professional Counselor?

AspectMasters Level Counseling InternLicensed Professional Counselor
CredentialsGraduate student in counseling or related field; supervised internshipMaster's degree in counseling, state licensure, and certification
Work EnvironmentInternship settings, clinics, schools, or mental health agenciesIndependent practice, clinics, hospitals, or private practices
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, internship sites, mental health organizationsLicensed practitioners in mental health services
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared during training stages or early careerCompared when seeking full licensure and independent practice

The Masters Level Counseling Intern is a student gaining supervised experience, while a Licensed Professional Counselor has completed licensure requirements and can practice independently. The intern role focuses on training and supervision, whereas the licensed counselor provides independent mental health services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Masters Level Counseling Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Masters Level Counseling Intern, you need foundational knowledge in counseling theories, assessment techniques, and ethical practices, normally gained through a graduate program in counseling or a related field. Familiarity with case management software, documentation systems, and adherence to supervision requirements is typically expected. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to receive and apply feedback help set candidates apart. These skills and qualities are essential for building rapport with clients, delivering effective interventions, and ensuring professional growth under supervision.
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Infographic showing various Masters Level Counseling Intern job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,518 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Masters Level Counseling Intern

MN Adult and Teen Challenge

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

Internship

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Job Duties: As a member of a multidisciplinary team and under the supervision of a qualified clinical supervisor, interns will learn/be exposed to and perform mental health screening, diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, individual and group psychotherapy, marriage and family therapy, client psychoeducation, electronic client record documentation, multidisciplinary clinical consultation, coordination of services and referral.
Orientation to MnTC- Interns will: • Attend MnTC Orientation. • Review MnTC policy procedures, schedules, client rules and expectations. • Be given tour of facility, and introduction to staff and leadership • Develop clinical supervision plan with clinical supervisor • Review current client charts to gain understanding of needs. • Be assigned a Mental Health Professional to shadow and provide direct supervision throughout their internship, in addition to clinical supervisor. • Be trained on completion of the MH Diagnostic Assessment, Treatment Plan, Notes and Billing in Procentive • Review the group facilitation guide • Review the handbook of cognitive-behavioral interventions • Be familiar with all treatment resources in MnTC e-library • Shadow/observe and then be shadowed/observed by MHP on clinical duties • Pair with an LADC to provide co-occurring/integrated group psychotherapy
Administrative Requirements: Clinical records: maintain clinical records in accordance with MnTC guidelines Staff meetings: Regularly attend /participate in weekly staff meetings Evaluation: Complete/submit evaluation forms as assigned Paperwork: Complete all paperwork on time
Skills & Requirements
Job Requirements: For those pursuing their LPCC, LMFT, or LICSW. The Mental Health Practitioner must be a graduate student in one of the mental health professional disciplines and is formally assigned by accredited college/university to an agency or facility for clinical training; OR Holds a masters or other graduate degree in one of the mental health professional disciplines from an accredited college/university. (MS 244.462; Subd. 17).
In addition to the above criteria the intern is responsible to meet and track their Graduate Program's supervised clinical experience, site requirements. A mental health practitioner working as a clinical trainee must: • Be complying with requirements for licensure or board certification as a mental health professional including supervised practice in the delivery of mental health services for the treatment of mental illness; OR • Be a student in a bona fide field placement or internship under a program leading to completion of the requirements for licensure as a mental health professional
The clinical trainee's clinical supervision experience helps the practitioner gain knowledge and skills necessary to practice effectively and independently and may include supervision of: • Direct practice • Treatment team collaboration • Continued professional learning • Job management
Time Commitment: MnTC prefers that interns commit to a minimum of 15 hours of service for a period of at least 6 months. Most service hours will be during the day (business hours) with the possibility of Tuesday night and Saturday morning hours for family programming. Some additional evening hours may be available for providing assessments, individual, family and marriage counseling.

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