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Psychological Testing Internship Jobs in Chicago, IL

Clarity Clinic

Therapist II

Chicago, IL · On-site

$55 - $65/hr

... internship experience and 2-7 years of prior clinical experience; OR a PhD or PsyD with 0-3 years of prior clinical experience. Experience in psychological testing and assessment is preferred

Clarity Clinic

Therapist II

Evanston, IL · On-site +1

$55 - $60/hr

... internship and 2-7 years prior experience in a clinical setting OR PhD or PsyD plus zero to three years prior experience in a clinical setting (Psychological Testing and Assessment experience ...

Clarity Clinic

Therapist II

Arlington Heights, IL · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

... internship and 2-7 years prior experience in a clinical setting OR PhD or PsyD plus zero to three years prior experience in a clinical setting (Psychological Testing and Assessment experience ...

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How much do psychological testing internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for psychological testing internship in Chicago, IL is $18.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.86 and $19.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a psychological testing internship?

A Psychological Testing Internship is a supervised training experience where students or early-career professionals learn how to administer, score, and interpret psychological assessments. Interns typically work in clinics, hospitals, schools, or private practices under the guidance of licensed psychologists. The internship provides practical experience with various testing instruments, including cognitive, personality, and neuropsychological tests. It also helps interns develop skills in report writing, ethical test administration, and communicating results to clients or other professionals.

What does a psychological testing intern do?

As a Psychological Testing Intern, you will typically assist with administering, scoring, and interpreting psychological assessments under the supervision of licensed psychologists. Your daily responsibilities may include preparing testing materials, observing assessment sessions, and writing preliminary reports or summaries. You’ll also help ensure ethical standards and confidentiality are maintained throughout the testing process. This hands-on experience provides valuable exposure to various assessment tools and offers opportunities to collaborate with professionals across clinical, educational, or research settings.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a psychological testing intern?

To thrive as a Psychological Testing Intern, you generally need coursework in psychology, familiarity with assessment methods, and enrollment in a relevant graduate program. Experience with psychological testing tools such as the MMPI, WAIS, and scoring software, as well as knowledge of APA ethical standards, is common. Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and effective communication are vital soft skills for building trust and ensuring accurate results. These competencies are essential for supporting licensed psychologists, maintaining ethical standards, and delivering reliable assessments in clinical or research settings.

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Infographic showing various Psychological Testing Internship job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,633 per year, or $18.1 per hour.

JPD - Forensic Psychologist, Cook County Juvenile Court

Illinois Circuit Court of Cook County

Chicago, IL • On-site

$111K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE
CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGIST, COOK COUNTY JUVENILE COURT CLINIC
GRADE: 22
UNION: TEAMSTERS LOCAL 743
SALARY: $111,318
LOCATION: 1100 SOUTH HAMILTON, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Employer Profile:
The Cook County Juvenile Court Clinic was established in June 2003 as a non-judicial office in the Circuit Court of Cook County. The Clinic is operated through a partnership between the Circuit Court of Cook County and Northwestern University and is the primary provider of forensic consultation and evaluation services for Cook County's Juvenile Court, which encompasses the Juvenile Justice and Child Protection Divisions.
The Clinic resides within the Juvenile Probation and Court Services Department and is located in the Cook County Juvenile Center, which contains the Juvenile Justice and Child Protection courtrooms, the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC), and other entities affiliated with the Juvenile Court. This location permits the Clinic to be well-integrated with and responsive to the needs of the Juvenile Court, its constituents, and court-affiliated entities.
Director: Philip C. O'Donnell, M.J., Ph.D.
Associate Director: Krissie Fernandez Smith, Ph.D., ABPP
Job Summary:
The Forensic Psychologist conducts court-ordered evaluations for the Juvenile Justice and Child Protection Divisions. As part of these evaluations, the Forensic Psychologist interviews evaluation subjects and collateral sources, reviews records, conducts observations, administers psychological testing, and produces written reports that summarize the data gathered and provides opinions regarding psychological-legal questions. The Forensic Psychologist works as part of an interdisciplinary team and participates in internal training, supervision, and consultation activities to support ongoing adherence to ethical and best practice standards in clinical and forensic psychology.
Essential Duties:
  1. Conduct court ordered forensic evaluations for the Juvenile Justice Division of the Cook County Juvenile Court to address pending legal questions related to detention and sentencing decisions, fitness to stand trial, risk of violence/recidivism, problematic sexual behaviors, and capacity to waive Miranda rights. Review relevant records; conduct multiple forensic interviews with evaluation subjects (youth who are the subjects of juvenile court petitions); interview parents/guardians and relevant collateral sources; administer and interpret psychological tests; and write comprehensive, well-supported reports that answer the Court's questions and comport with forensic best practices.
  2. Conduct forensic child protection evaluations to address pending legal questions such as visitation, change of permanency goal, termination of parental rights, return home, motion for case closure, and motion to vacate or transfer guardianship. Review relevant records; conduct multiple forensic interviews with evaluation subjects (parents or other caregivers who are parties to a child protection matter); interview children who are the subjects of a child protection petition; interview caseworkers and other relevant collateral sources (e.g., community therapists); administer and interpret psychological tests; and write comprehensive, well-supported reports that answer the Court's questions and comport with forensic best practices.
  3. Provide on-call coverage (several times per month, during court business hours) for same-day evaluations of a parent's capacity to consent to specific adoption and/or voluntarily relinquish parental rights. Review available records, conduct a brief clinical interview with the parent and prepare a brief report of findings.
  4. Testify in court as an expert witness regarding forensic evaluations tendered to court.
  5. Participate in supervision and training initiatives, including but not limited to regular meetings with primary supervisor, monthly psychologist and staff meetings, and internal and external trainings related to child protection, juvenile justice and forensic evaluation.
  6. Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  1. Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey information and opinions through written reports and oral testimony.
  2. Cultural competence, including an awareness of how experiences, beliefs and values of diverse individuals and groups affect clinical forensic interactions and practice.
  3. Knowledge of ethical and best practice standards for the practice of clinical and forensic psychology.
  4. Ability to work cooperatively in an interdisciplinary setting.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Successful completion of a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from an APA accredited program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired.
  • Successful completion of an APPIC accredited pre-doctoral internship.
  • Current Illinois psychologist license (out of state applicants must be eligible for licensure in Illinois).
  • Clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
  • Experience working with court-involved populations in a clinical or forensic capacity.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Pre-doctoral training in forensic psychology and/or psychology and the law.
  • Completion of a forensic post-doctoral fellowship and/or two to three years post-doctoral experience conducting forensic evaluations, with preference given to those candidates with experience in child protection or juvenile justice settings.
  • Experience conducting evaluations pertaining to problematic sexual behavior and eligibility for Illinois licensure as a sex offender evaluator (see Title 68, Section 1280 of the Illinois Administrative Code, for details)
  • Experience providing courtroom testimony pertaining to forensic evaluations.
  • Fluency in Spanish, sign language or other non-English languages.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements
  • Work is performed primarily at the Cook County Juvenile Center, 2245 W. Ogden Ave, 5th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60612.
  • Requires the ability to travel occasionally (two to three times monthly) to community locations and suburban courthouses as part of conducting evaluations

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as needed to meet operational needs
This position requires a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. Applicants are advised that as a Drug Free Workplace, use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all required screening criteria.
Information concerning the benefits for this position can be found at the Circuit Court of Cook County Employment Opportunities Page.
Please apply by filling out the application at our Career Page.
THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.
THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
updated 8/6/26

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