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Rehab Intern Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Rehabilitation Counseling Intern

Lansing, MI · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Peckham Inc. - Rehabilitation Counseling Intern SUMMARY The MSU Rehabilitation Counseling Intern position provides vocational counseling to team members. Primary responsibility will be meeting ...

Rehabilitation Counseling Intern

Lansing, MI · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Peckham Inc. - Rehabilitation Counseling Intern SUMMARY The MSU Rehabilitation Counseling Intern position provides vocational counseling to team members. Primary responsibility will be meeting ...

Pharmacy Intern

Detroit, MI

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

The depth and magnitude of the intern's involvement is directly related to their academic standing ... Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide ...

Pharmacy Intern

Detroit, MI · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

The depth and magnitude of the intern's involvement is directly related to their academic standing ... Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide ...

Pharmacy Intern

Detroit, MI · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

The depth and magnitude of the intern's involvement is directly related to their academic standing ... Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide ...

Pharmacy Intern

Detroit, MI · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

The depth and magnitude of the intern's involvement is directly related to their academic standing ... Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide ...

Career Planning and Consultation Intern

Lansing, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $20.25/hr

*Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants ... Peckham Inc. - Career Planning and Consultation (CPC) Intern SUMMARY The Career Planning and ...

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How much do rehab intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for rehab intern in Michigan is $15.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.08 and $17.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a rehab intern?

Rehab Interns are students or recent graduates who work under the supervision of licensed rehabilitation professionals to gain practical experience in rehabilitation settings, such as hospitals, clinics, or nursing facilities. Their responsibilities often include assisting with patient care, observing therapy sessions, performing administrative tasks, and learning about rehabilitation practices. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience and exposure to various rehabilitation disciplines like physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy, helping interns develop essential skills for their future careers.

What tasks and responsibilities does a rehab intern have?

As a Rehab Intern, you will typically support licensed rehabilitation professionals such as physical or occupational therapists by assisting with patient exercises, preparing treatment areas, documenting patient progress, and helping with administrative duties. You may also observe patient assessments and learn to communicate effectively with both patients and the rehab team. This hands-on experience helps you understand clinical workflows, develop interpersonal skills, and gain insight into various rehabilitation techniques. Most internships emphasize collaboration and learning, so you’ll work closely with supervisors and, at times, multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a rehab intern?

To thrive as a Rehab Intern, you need a foundational understanding of rehabilitation principles, human anatomy, and therapeutic techniques, often gained through relevant coursework in physical therapy or occupational therapy programs. Familiarity with rehabilitation equipment, electronic health records, and basic patient documentation systems is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and a willingness to learn are essential soft skills for engaging with patients and collaborating with healthcare teams. These skills ensure safe, effective patient care and facilitate professional growth in a clinical rehabilitation environment.

What is the difference between Rehab Intern vs Physical Therapy Assistant?

Rehab InternPhysical Therapy Assistant
Typically a student or recent graduate gaining experienceLicensed healthcare professional providing therapy services
Requires enrollment in a related program, no license neededRequires licensure or certification
Work environment includes clinics, hospitals, rehab centersWorks directly with patients under PT supervision
Limited responsibilities, mainly assisting and observingPerforms patient treatments, exercises, and progress documentation

Rehab Interns are usually students gaining practical experience, while Physical Therapy Assistants are licensed professionals providing direct patient care. The main differences lie in certification requirements, responsibilities, and level of independence in treatment delivery.

What are the most commonly searched types of Rehab jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Rehab jobs in Michigan are:

Infographic showing various Rehab Intern job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 17% Internship, 17% Full Time, 49% Part Time, and 17% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,443 per year, or $15.6 per hour.

Rehabilitation Counseling Intern

Peckham

Lansing, MI • On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 11 days ago


Peckham Inc. rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

144th of 783 rated non-profit organizations


Job description

*Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles.*

*To ensure full consideration for a staff position, please attach a resume to your application so we can gain a complete view of your experiences*

Peckham Inc. - Rehabilitation Counseling Intern

SUMMARY

The MSU Rehabilitation Counseling Intern position provides vocational counseling to team members. Primary responsibility will be meeting individually with team members to provide vocational counseling, monitoring, and documenting progress.


MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor client progress by speaking with team members and Vocational Services Specialists. Provide vocational counseling to team members regarding vocational interests, vocational barriers, and career goals. Write case notes regarding client progress. Implement crisis intervention procedures when appropriate. Communicate effectively with team members and Peckham staff.


OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintain safe and clean work environment
  • Promote Peckham's vision values and services to all customers and stakeholders
  • Assist in maintaining organizational wide quality standards
  • Other related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • This job does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be a student actively enrolled at Michigan State University pursuing a PhD in Rehabilitation Counseling.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Proficiency in using, or able to learn, SharePoint software
  • Able to perform basic Windows operations such as saving documents, copy and paste, creating folders, accessing multiple network drives, and searching for files.
  • Must pass and maintain background checks

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.

PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICE

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:

  • Click HERE and you will be directed to the ILRU Directory to find an agency in your area that can assist you
  • Click HERE and you will be directed to the American Jobs Center (AJC) finder to locate a center near you
  • Email us at careers@peckham.org
  • Call us at (517) 316-4000
  • Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm)

Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

Business Line:

Administration

Location:

Lansing, MI

Worker Sub-Type:

Intern

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