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Requisition Number: 268803
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: MEDICAL CENTER
Date: Apr 9, 2026
School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.
Visiting Graduate Student – Psychiatry – Clinical Psychology Intern
Be You.
Duke University Medical Center’s APA-Accredited Clinical Psychology Doctoral Internship Training Program in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences: Training takes place within the context and spirit of the scientist-practitioner and clinical scientist models with the overarching aim to produce a Clinical Psychologist who is able to demonstrate all Profession-wide competencies and thrive in a variety of academic and health care settings. A second aim of the program is to help Interns explore and develop areas of concentration that prepares them for early career development in Research, Clinical work, and/or Education. A central vision of the Duke Internship Program is to provide both the breadth to ensure core competencies while giving opportunities to pursue depth into a specific concentration of Clinical Psychology.
Minimum Requirements:
The program offers internship training to students who are currently enrolled in an APA-approved Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology and who have already completed three years of graduate study. Successful completion of all required course work toward PhD.
Preferred Qualifications:
Clinical Psychology preferred.
Other Requirements:
- NA
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Position Description:
The internship affords the opportunity to integrate the multiple roles and responsibilities of a clinical psychologist in a health-care setting. Interns learn through a number of diverse clinical experiences. All interns participate in weekly core seminars designed to expose them to both basic and advanced concepts in clinical practice, including individual and cultural diversity, ethics and professionalism, and theories and methods of supervision.
Choose Duke.
The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, founded in 1943, is one of 26 departments in the Duke University School of Medicine (SOM). The department is comprised of more than 500 faculty, staff, and trainees. Our goal is to help people with behavioral health challenges live their best life. We pursue this goal through a three-fold mission of superior specialty and integrated patient care for all, groundbreaking research, and exceptional training and education.
Duke University is consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide and is renowned for its cutting-edge research across disciplines. Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from Duke's competitive benefits package, including health insurance plans, generous paid time off, retirement programs with employer contributions, tuition assistance for employees and their children, and more.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
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Experience
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Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
See job description for requirements.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions:
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Requisition Number: 268803
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: MEDICAL CENTER
Date: Apr 9, 2026
School of Medicine Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,500 faculty physicians and researchers, more than 1,300 students, and more than 6,000 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System and the Private Diagnostic Clinic (PDC) comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.
Visiting Graduate Student – Psychiatry – Clinical Psychology Intern
Be You.
Duke University Medical Center’s APA-Accredited Clinical Psychology Doctoral Internship Training Program in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences: Training takes place within the context and spirit of the scientist-practitioner and clinical scientist models with the overarching aim to produce a Clinical Psychologist who is able to demonstrate all Profession-wide competencies and thrive in a variety of academic and health care settings. A second aim of the program is to help Interns explore and develop areas of concentration that prepares them for early career development in Research, Clinical work, and/or Education. A central vision of the Duke Internship Program is to provide both the breadth to ensure core competencies while giving opportunities to pursue depth into a specific concentration of Clinical Psychology.
Minimum Requirements:
The program offers internship training to students who are currently enrolled in an APA-approved Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology and who have already completed three years of graduate study. Successful completion of all required course work toward PhD.
Preferred Qualifications:
Clinical Psychology preferred.
Other Requirements:
- NA
Be Bold.
Position Description:
The internship affords the opportunity to integrate the multiple roles and responsibilities of a clinical psychologist in a health-care setting. Interns learn through a number of diverse clinical experiences. All interns participate in weekly core seminars designed to expose them to both basic and advanced concepts in clinical practice, including individual and cultural diversity, ethics and professionalism, and theories and methods of supervision.
Choose Duke.
The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, founded in 1943, is one of 26 departments in the Duke University School of Medicine (SOM). The department is comprised of more than 500 faculty, staff, and trainees. Our goal is to help people with behavioral health challenges live their best life. We pursue this goal through a three-fold mission of superior specialty and integrated patient care for all, groundbreaking research, and exceptional training and education.
Duke University is consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide and is renowned for its cutting-edge research across disciplines. Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from Duke's competitive benefits package, including health insurance plans, generous paid time off, retirement programs with employer contributions, tuition assistance for employees and their children, and more.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
See job description for education requirements.
Experience
See job description for requirements.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
See job description for requirements.
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions:
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Psychology
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
Australian three-year psychology degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's for E-3 purposes, but the role's job description must explicitly require a psychology degree, not just any bachelor's.
Target employers with existing LCA history
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure database for employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for psychology roles. Prior LCA filings signal a sponsor who understands the process and won't be starting from scratch.
Clarify licensure requirements before accepting offers
Many clinical and counseling psychology roles require a U.S. state license, which you can't obtain before arriving. Confirm with the employer whether the offer is conditional on licensure and what their timeline expectations are.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for LCA and consulate prep
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your visa interview. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA submission, visa paperwork, and consulate appointment preparation so nothing stalls at the last step.
Separate research and clinical roles when pitching sponsors
Employers in academic medical centers and hospitals distinguish between research psychologist roles and licensed clinical positions. Pitching your credentials to the right hiring manager reduces the chance of a blanket 'we don't sponsor' response.
Request a written job offer before the LCA is filed
Your employer needs a specific job title, SOC code, and prevailing wage level to file the LCA with DOL. Get the formal offer letter finalized first so the LCA reflects your actual role and wage, not a placeholder.
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Find Psychology JobsPsychology E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Psychology jobs in the U.S. that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals seeking E-3 sponsorship and filters roles by employers with active visa filing history. Beyond that, targeting academic medical centers, hospital systems, and behavioral health networks is productive because these organizations regularly hire specialized degree holders and have HR processes already set up for work visa sponsorship.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does the E-3 visa cover both clinical and research psychology roles?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in psychology or a directly related field. Clinical psychologist, neuropsychologist, research scientist, and organizational psychologist roles all qualify when the job description specifies a psychology degree as a requirement, not just a preference. Roles where any degree field is accepted will not satisfy the specialty occupation standard.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Australian psychologists?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens and has no lottery, no annual cap, and can be renewed indefinitely in two-year increments. The H-1B is subject to an annual lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate, meaning most applicants wait years or are never selected. For Australians, the E-3 is the direct and predictable route into U.S. psychology roles without lottery risk.
Can I work as a psychologist in the U.S. without a state license on an E-3 visa?
You can enter the U.S. on an E-3 and begin employment, but most states require licensure to use the title 'psychologist' or to provide clinical services independently. Some employers hire on a supervised or research basis while you complete the licensure process. Clarify the role's license requirements and the employer's supervision structure before the offer is finalized.
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