Welcome to Brightline! We are excited to be launching our 2026 internship program. This internship will support Brightline’s Brightlife Kids program developed in partnership with California’s Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI). Brightlife Kids aims to reimagine behavioral health care for California’s children and families by promoting social and emotional well-being, preventing behavioral health challenges, and providing equitable, personalized, timely, and accessible services for families with children 12 and under. We are looking for passionate, driven interns to join the Brightline team and promote this critical public health program. You will partner directly with our Community Engagement Leads (CELs) to push the BrightLife Kids mission forward: boosting the social and emotional well-being of local children and families. This is your chance for hands-on experience in behavioral health, making a real community impact. To see our 2025 interns in action check out Brightlife Kids ! Duration: April-October Hours: An average of 8 hours per week Paid Hourly: $20 per hour + mileage reimbursement Academic Credit: We may be able to work with universities to provide class credit for student internships depending on their requirements. What You'll Learn On The Job Real-World Impact & Experience: Ditch the textbook - you'll get genuine, hands-on experience in mental and behavioral health, working directly with families. This isn't theoretical; you'll be actively making a difference that the community can feel. Become a Community Connector & Mental Health Advocate: You'll be our voice at local events (fairs, school gatherings, etc.). Your mission: directly connect with parents and spread the word about BrightLife Kids’ impact and the importance of prioritizing behavioral health. Lead Engagement and Drive Action: Lead the conversations that make child behavioral health easy to understand and learn how to turn a conversation into action. Mentorship : Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced Brightline employees, gaining valuable insights into community health and engagement strategies. Level Up Your Professional Skills & Network: You will seriously boost your game in public speaking, event execution, and communication. Plus, you'll gain practical experience navigating complex public health systems and building a professional network within diverse local communities.