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Northeast Family Services

ABA Clinical Trainee

Warwick, RI · On-site

$43K/yr

Summer Fun Fridays at Northeast Family Services! We close at 12:30pm every Friday from Memorial Day ... Northeast Family Services is seeking an ABA Clinical Trainee to join our growing RI team! Excellent ...

Northeast Family Services

ABA Clinical Trainee

Warwick, RI · On-site

$43K/yr

Summer Fun Fridays at Northeast Family Services! We close at 12:30pm every Friday from Memorial Day ... Northeast Family Services is seeking an ABA Clinical Trainee to join our growing RI team! Excellent ...

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How much do summer trainee jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer trainee in Rhode Island is $20.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.05 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer trainee?

Summer trainees are students or recent graduates who participate in short-term work placements, typically during the summer months, to gain practical experience in their field of interest. These traineeships are designed to provide hands-on training, exposure to real-world projects, and opportunities to develop professional skills. Summer trainees often work in various industries, including engineering, business, technology, and research, and may receive mentorship from experienced professionals. The experience gained during a summer traineeship can help individuals build their resumes and make informed career choices.

What do summer trainees do?

Summer Trainees usually participate in real-world projects relevant to their field of study, such as assisting with research, data analysis, or supporting ongoing team initiatives. They are often paired with a mentor or supervisor who provides guidance, feedback, and regular check-ins to ensure a positive learning experience. Trainees are encouraged to ask questions, contribute ideas, and collaborate with various team members, which helps them build practical skills and expand their professional network. The team environment is typically supportive, with a focus on learning and development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer trainee?

To thrive as a Summer Trainee, you generally need a strong academic background, eagerness to learn, and basic knowledge relevant to the industry, often as a current student or recent graduate. Familiarity with common productivity tools like Microsoft Office, and sometimes specific software related to the field, is typically expected. Strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities enable trainees to quickly absorb new information, contribute effectively to projects, and demonstrate readiness for future professional opportunities.

What is the difference between Summer Trainee vs Intern?

AspectSummer TraineeIntern
CredentialsTypically students or recent graduates, no specific certifications requiredUsually students, sometimes with specific coursework or prerequisites
Work EnvironmentTemporary, project-based, often in corporate or industrial settingsTemporary, often in office or lab environments, may involve mentorship
Employer UsageUsed by companies for summer programs to evaluate potential future employeesCommonly used for educational credit, skill development, or career exploration

While both Summer Trainees and Interns are temporary roles aimed at gaining experience, Summer Trainees often participate in structured programs with a focus on specific projects, whereas Interns may have broader learning objectives. The roles overlap in credentials and work environments, but their purpose and employer expectations can differ.

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Infographic showing various Summer Trainee job openings in Rhode Island as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 36% Full Time, 54% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,080 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

ABA Clinical Trainee

Northeast Family Services

Warwick, RI • On-site

$43K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Ready for a summer schedule that works for you?
Summer Fun Fridays at Northeast Family Services!
We close at 12:30pm every Friday from Memorial Day through Labor Day - giving our team more time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the summer sunshine!
$1,500 Retention Bonus!!
Northeast Family Services is seeking an ABA Clinical Trainee to join our growing RI team!
Excellent opportunity for recent grads who have a year of experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
What You'll Do
  • Facilitate quality behavioral health services by serving as a liaison between clients and the service providers involved in their treatment

  • Responsible for supervising, training, and managing direct service staff, as well as maintaining related treatment services and program documentation

  • Excellent opportunity for individuals pursuing a master's degree in ABA who want to build their internship experience into a full-time career as a BCBA

  • Valuable clinical experience that contributes toward the supervised hours required for licensure

Why Work Here?
  • Northeast Family Services offers high-quality supervised fieldwork

  • Hands on training, with ongoing clinical support from supervising BCBA

  • Individualized supervision, focused on achievement of professional goals and skill advancement

  • Tuition reimbursement program available to eligible employees

  • Flexible schedule, built to meet staff needs - plan around classes!

  • Northeast Family Services is an ACE provider, offering at least two CEU events per month that can be counted as supervised fieldwork hours

  • Once certified, staff who participate in all offered CEU events meet the BACB's CEU requirement for BCBA recertification at NO COST

  • Full-time weekly billable minimum: 30 hours

  • Northeast Family Services is a rapidly growing and well-regarded organization

  • Truly flexible schedule, with autonomy over scheduling decisions

Who You Are:
  • Enrolled in Master's program, pursuing BCBA credential

  • Accruing or looking to accrue fieldwork hours toward the BCBA credential

  • ABA experience

  • Minimum one year of experience working with children, youth and families

  • Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office

  • Valid driver's license with reliable and consistent access to a vehicle

  • Proficient with supervision, service delivery and case management fundamentals -Preferred

  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time

  • Access to high speed secure internet required

Benefits: (Full time employees)
  • Health, dental & vision

  • 3 weeks paid vacation

  • 11 Paid holidays (including Juneteenth, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and NY Eve.)

  • Generous sick time including mental health days

  • 401k retirement plan with up to 4% match

  • Voluntary short and long-term disability

  • Voluntary Life Insurance

  • Mileage reimbursement

  • Longevity award - Monetary bonus and a vacation day annually

  • Company provided laptop and cell phone

  • Opportunity for professional growth

  • Supervision for licensure provided

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Personal cell phone discount

Compensation:
  • Pay: Starting at $43,000 for Full Time

  • Retention Bonus: $1500 @ 6 months

  • Bilingual stipend

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