Internship Opportunities

A snapshot of our exciting internship opportunities

Most internship opportunities are only available to students seeking their master’s degree.

Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF)

• KidsTLC’s Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) provides intensive, trauma-informed residential treatment for youth ages 6–18 with emotional, behavioral and relational challenges.
  As a master’s level intern, you will work closely with therapists on a residential unit, supporting youth who have experienced complex trauma. Responsibilities include participating in clinical rounds, assisting with case management, engaging in co-therapy and individual sessions, and attending treatment team, plan of care and transition meetings.
  This hands-on experience offers exposure to evidence-based, attachment-focused care within a multidisciplinary team, preparing you for future clinical work with children and adolescents.
  Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) at the Lotus Clinics of KidsTLC

• The dynamic IOP team at the Lotus Clinics of KidsTLC are at the heart of group-based therapy designed to foster meaningful connections. The IOP serves as a critical bridge between traditional outpatient care and residential services, offering interns a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a diverse therapeutic setting. As an intern, you’ll work closely with a therapist leading a group of youth, and engage in clinical rounds, therapeutic and psychoeducational groups, recreation, expressive activities, and parent education. You’ll also take part in case management and, where applicable, independent and co-therapy. This immersive role provides an unparalleled opportunity to grow professionally while making a real impact. Intern hours are typically Monday-Thursday, from early afternoon until early evening (1–7 p.m.), giving you plenty of time to fully experience this rewarding work.

Thrive Planned Respite Program

• Join KidsTLC’s Thrive Program as a Respite Care Facilitator intern, where you’ll provide therapeutic weekend breaks for children (ages 6-15) and their caregivers. Thrive strengthens family resilience by reducing hospitalizations, placement disruptions, and caregiver burnout. As an intern, you’ll coordinate and care for up to 10 clients each weekend (Friday 4 p.m. to Saturday 4 p.m.), ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met. You’ll follow established plans and create engaging activities to promote development and growth, making a meaningful impact while gaining hands-on experience in family support and therapeutic care.

If you have an interest in any of these, please contact our recruitment specialist: