Psychologist

Penn State University • University Park, IL

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About The Position

The Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at Penn State offers a full-time, twelve-month Doctoral Internship designed to provide high-quality training in the multiple functions carried out within a major university counseling center. The Doctoral Internship in Health Service Psychology is fully accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). Intensively supervised experiences are offered in individual and group counseling/psychotherapy, urgent evaluation and stabilization, psychological assessment and diagnosis, consultation/outreach, research, supervision/training, and other activities appropriate to the setting. Professional development is fostered within the context of a service-delivery system, which has a long-standing tradition of dedication to excellence in training. Requires current enrollment in a Doctoral Clinical or Counseling Psychology, or combined program that is accredited by APA or by the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA). Requires at least 350 hours of pre-internship practicum experience. All coursework and qualifying exams required for the doctorate must be completed before the internship. This is a fixed-term, one-year appointment starting on August 10, 2026, through August 9, 2027.

Requirements

• Requires current enrollment in a Doctoral Clinical or Counseling Psychology, or combined program that is accredited by APA or by the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA).
• Requires at least 350 hours of pre-internship practicum experience.
• All coursework and qualifying exams required for the doctorate must be completed before the internship.

Responsibilities

• Individual and group counseling/psychotherapy
• Urgent evaluation and stabilization
• Psychological assessment and diagnosis
• Consultation/outreach
• Research
• Supervision/training
• Other activities appropriate to the setting

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree