DOJ Pathways Internship Program - Bureau of Prisons (Psychology Student Trainee)

Bureau of Prisons • Milan, MI

407d • $61,269 - $77,489 • Onsite

About The Position

The DOJ Pathways Internship Program offers students enrolled in various educational institutions the opportunity to gain paid work experience in federal agencies while pursuing their degrees. This specific internship is for Psychology Student Trainees within the Bureau of Prisons, where interns will assist licensed psychologists in various psychological services and training programs. The internship is temporary and non-conversion eligible, providing valuable exposure to federal careers in psychology.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 16 years of age.
• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or above with no grade below a 'C'.
• Must be enrolled in a qualifying educational institution on a full-time or half-time basis.
• Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate-level education or eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement Provision.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate student in a clinical or counseling psychology program accredited by the American Psychological Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the collection, monitoring, coding, entry, analysis, and interpretation of administrative, operational, training, and/or research data for various Psychology Services and Treatment Program functions.
• Help prepare and coordinate all phases and aspects of psychology training, including CENTRA training, seminars, home study materials, teleconferences, crisis management training, and workshops.

Benefits

• Health and life insurance coverage for eligible employees.
• Annual and sick leave for appointments of 90 days or more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: Associate degree