Fall 2026 School Counseling Interns (part-time/unpaid)

Green Dot Corporation•Los Angeles, CA

13h

About The Position

Under the supervision of the school counselor(s), this position maintains student records for the counseling office and assists the counselors in the performance of their duties. This position must be able to work with students, parents, faculty, staff, and college admissions representatives, have good communication skills, maintain high standards of confidentiality, exercise appropriate professional judgment, have computer skills and meet deadlines. Duties will also include general clerical tasks. The Counselor Intern will have direct contact with students therefore Interns will have to submit verification of approved TB test and fingerprinting. These positions are part-time (based on intern hours needed) and unpaid. Green Dot Public Schools has embedded a diversity, equity and inclusion lens in our organizational culture, as well as in our educational and talent practices. We are committed to hiring those who reflect the diversity of our communities, and we recruit, employ, support, compensate and promote employees, without regard to their actual or perceived race, religious creed (including religious dress or grooming practices), color, national origin or ancestry (including native language spoken), physical or mental disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), parental status, age (forty (40) and over), sexual orientation, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, citizenship, immigration status or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Please note that Green Dot Public Schools is unable to sponsor any applicant for a temporary or permanent U.S employment-based visa, nor hire any applicant currently holding a temporary U.S. employment-based visa.

Requirements

You are enrolled in a partner graduate school program for a PPS Credential in School Counseling (with a currently active MOU on file)
You will need to pass a TB test and background check if selected

Responsibilities

Confidentiality and Professional Integrity Maintain strict confidentiality, sharing information only when required by law or with consent. Uphold ethical standards in all interactions with students, staff, and families.
Advocacy and Equity Advocate for students' academic, personal, and social-emotional well-being.
Student Empowerment Encourage self-awareness, decision-making, and personal growth in students.
Competent Counseling Services Provide counseling within the scope of your training under supervision. Use evidence-based practices to support student development.
Crisis Intervention and Referrals Respond to students in crisis and provide support with supervision. Refer students to qualified professionals and community resources as needed.
Collaboration Collaborate and maintain open communication with teachers, administrators, and families to support student success.
Cultural Competence Demonstrate cultural awareness and respect for diverse student backgrounds. Provide inclusive and culturally responsive counseling services with supervision.
Professional Development Participate in professional development opportunities.
Safe and Supportive Environment Contribute to a positive, respectful school climate.
Informed Consent and Autonomy Ensure students understand the counseling process and limits of confidentiality. Respect students’ autonomy in decision-making regarding counseling participation.