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Prison Counselor Internship Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This groundbreaking opportunity will allow you to work with our prison and re-entry programs ... Provide verification of internship hours for AOD Counseling staff and OMCP Mentors. * Verify and ...

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How much do prison counselor internship jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for prison counselor internship in the United States is $64,006.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $73,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Prison Counselor Internship vs Prison Counselor?

AspectPrison Counselor InternshipPrison Counselor
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing a degree in psychology, social work, or criminal justice; some internships may require background checksRequires a relevant bachelor's or master's degree; state licensure or certification often necessary
Work EnvironmentInternship sites within correctional facilities, supervised by licensed staffFull-time employment within prisons or detention centers, with independent responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageEducational programs, correctional institutions for training purposesCorrectional agencies, prisons, detention centers

In summary, a Prison Counselor Internship provides hands-on experience and training for students or early-career professionals, while a Prison Counselor is a licensed, full-time role responsible for inmate rehabilitation and mental health support.

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Join our team of dynamic, supportive, and passionate counselors at Endeavor Health Services (formerly Mid-Erie Mental Health Services). Our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) is an innovative approach to treatment designed to treat the whole person through a comprehensive range of services, including mental health and substance use disorder services. 

We are currently looking for interns for the upcoming Fall 2026 semester.  This is an unpaid internship.  This location serves forensically connected clients from a variety of referral sources including US Probation, the Bureau of Prisons, NYS Parole, County Probations, the Courts, etc. Candidates must have an interest in working with a diverse population of adults with mental health and/or substance abuse issues including the forensics population.

The Behavioral Health Counselor internship is perfect for current students in Social Work master’s degree program.  You’ll gain valuable resume experience and build relevant skills like screening clients, assessments, clinical interviews, running groups, documentation and learning an electronic records system.

Our interns will be a part of our clinical team and will be responsible for completing documentation, writing progress notes, treatment/safety plans and other required paperwork.  Interns will observe and eventually run supervised client sessions and/or groups.  Ultimately, the counselor intern will help Endeavor Health Services provide excellent care for our clients.