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St. Mary's College of Maryland is accepting applications for the tenure track position of Assistant Professor and Internship Coordinator in its newly approved Masters of Arts in Counseling and Clinical Psychology (MACCP) program, beginning August 2027. The MACCP program is the second Masters program at SMCM (following the successful Master of Teaching program). The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $79,000 based on level of experience; startup costs are negotiable; benefits information is available online.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The standard teaching load is 12 credits (usually, the equivalent of 3 courses) per semester. The Internship Coordinator will be in charge of preparing for internship placements (which is built into the teaching load). Teaching responsibilities will include courses in the Master of Arts in Counseling and Clinical Psychology program (e.g., Psychopathology and Diagnosis, Multicultural Counseling, Lifespan Development, Group Counseling, Psychological Testing, Family Systems in Practice), as well as the possibility of undergraduate courses in your area of specialization to provide cross-program collaboration with the Psychology major.
At SMCM, we seek faculty whose pedagogical practice involves culturally responsive teaching practices that promote belonging and inclusion. New faculty are paired with mentors to support your growth as a teacher-scholar. In addition, we offer start-up funding to support your research, especially encouraging projects that relate to the training of psychotherapy practitioners. Over time, professors take on roles in services to the program and College to support the College's mission; first-year faculty are exempt from college-wide committee work.
Non-sectarian since its founding, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, a public Carnegie Baccalaureate, Arts and Sciences institution located in St. Mary's City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C., has been designated a national public honors college. With selective admissions policies, academically talented students, and a rigorous curriculum, we offer a small college experience similar to that found at exceptional private colleges. St. Mary’s faculty benefit from a comprehensive program of support for scholarship, research, travel, and curriculum development, including course releases for pretenure faculty and leaves for tenured faculty. The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and by our proximity to Washington, D.C. and Baltimore.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology or related field (ABD acceptable at the time of application)
Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
St. Mary’s College embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission. We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Application materials should include a cover letter (which should speak to ways in which the candidate's teaching will contribute to the training of Masters students in counseling and clinical psychology), curriculum vitae (including email address), statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests, and evidence of teaching effectiveness if available (e.g., teaching evaluations, observation notes). We request three professional references (rather than letters of recommendation) at the time of application. Of these three references, at least one referee should speak to the candidate's disciplinary expertise, and at least one should have seen the candidate deliver or design classroom instruction. References will be contacted only for candidates who advance to finalist interviews. Applications are being accepted online, with reviews starting September 1, 2026 and continuing until the position is filled.
Questions may be directed to Dr. Libby Nutt Williams at enwilliams@smcm.edu.
INTRODUCTION
St. Mary's College of Maryland is accepting applications for the tenure track position of Assistant Professor and Internship Coordinator in its newly approved Masters of Arts in Counseling and Clinical Psychology (MACCP) program, beginning August 2027. The MACCP program is the second Masters program at SMCM (following the successful Master of Teaching program). The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $79,000 based on level of experience; startup costs are negotiable; benefits information is available online.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The standard teaching load is 12 credits (usually, the equivalent of 3 courses) per semester. The Internship Coordinator will be in charge of preparing for internship placements (which is built into the teaching load). Teaching responsibilities will include courses in the Master of Arts in Counseling and Clinical Psychology program (e.g., Psychopathology and Diagnosis, Multicultural Counseling, Lifespan Development, Group Counseling, Psychological Testing, Family Systems in Practice), as well as the possibility of undergraduate courses in your area of specialization to provide cross-program collaboration with the Psychology major.
At SMCM, we seek faculty whose pedagogical practice involves culturally responsive teaching practices that promote belonging and inclusion. New faculty are paired with mentors to support your growth as a teacher-scholar. In addition, we offer start-up funding to support your research, especially encouraging projects that relate to the training of psychotherapy practitioners. Over time, professors take on roles in services to the program and College to support the College's mission; first-year faculty are exempt from college-wide committee work.
Non-sectarian since its founding, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, a public Carnegie Baccalaureate, Arts and Sciences institution located in St. Mary's City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C., has been designated a national public honors college. With selective admissions policies, academically talented students, and a rigorous curriculum, we offer a small college experience similar to that found at exceptional private colleges. St. Mary’s faculty benefit from a comprehensive program of support for scholarship, research, travel, and curriculum development, including course releases for pretenure faculty and leaves for tenured faculty. The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and by our proximity to Washington, D.C. and Baltimore.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology or related field (ABD acceptable at the time of application)
Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
St. Mary’s College embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission. We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Application materials should include a cover letter (which should speak to ways in which the candidate's teaching will contribute to the training of Masters students in counseling and clinical psychology), curriculum vitae (including email address), statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests, and evidence of teaching effectiveness if available (e.g., teaching evaluations, observation notes). We request three professional references (rather than letters of recommendation) at the time of application. Of these three references, at least one referee should speak to the candidate's disciplinary expertise, and at least one should have seen the candidate deliver or design classroom instruction. References will be contacted only for candidates who advance to finalist interviews. Applications are being accepted online, with reviews starting September 1, 2026 and continuing until the position is filled.
Questions may be directed to Dr. Libby Nutt Williams at enwilliams@smcm.edu.
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Confirm your Intern category eligibility first
The J-1 Intern category is reserved for degree-seeking students enrolled in a foreign university or recent graduates within 12 months of graduation. Verify your enrollment or graduation date before applying to host employers, since mismatched status disqualifies your DS-2019 application.
Build a training plan before contacting employers
Every J-1 internship requires a signed Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002). Draft a learning objective outline that maps your field of study to specific skills the internship develops, so host employers can sign off without delay.
Target employers experienced with J-1 host agreements
Not every employer willing to hire an intern understands the J-1 host agreement process. Search Migrate Mate to filter internship roles at organizations that have already navigated J-1 hosting requirements, reducing the risk of an employer backing out mid-process.
Understand the 30-day grace period after your program ends
After your J-1 program end date, you have a 30-day grace period to depart the United States or change status. Plan your last internship week and travel accordingly, and confirm your program end date on your DS-2019 before your start date to avoid a mismatch.
Check whether your category carries the two-year home residency requirement
Some J-1 participants are subject to a two-year home-country return requirement under INA Section 212(e). Government funding, skills-list designation, or exchange-visitor agreements determine this. Your designated sponsor will note it on your DS-2019, and USCIS handles any waiver requests.
Verify that your internship falls within permitted fields
J-1 Intern placements must be in a field directly related to your degree program. DOL and your designated sponsor will review the DS-7002 to confirm alignment. Internships in casual hospitality or unskilled labor roles will not satisfy this occupational-field requirement.
Internship J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to internship positions?
Current students and recent graduates (within 12 months of graduation) use the J-1 Intern category. This is distinct from the J-1 Trainee category, which is for professionals with at least one year of post-degree work experience. Choosing the wrong category invalidates your DS-2019, so confirm your enrollment or graduation status with your designated sponsor before the host employer signs the training plan.
Who sponsors the J-1 visa for an internship, the employer or a separate organization?
Your host employer is not your visa sponsor. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and holds legal responsibility for your program compliance. Organizations like CIEE, Cultural Vistas, and AIPT serve this administration role. Your host employer signs the training plan and provides the internship, but the designated sponsor manages the visa paperwork throughout your stay.
How do I find internship host employers that are comfortable with J-1 requirements?
Many employers that post internships are unfamiliar with the J-1 host agreement and DS-7002 process, which can cause delays or withdrawals. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for roles at organizations that have prior experience with J-1 exchange visitors, helping you focus your applications on employers already set up to move quickly through the hosting process.
Can I extend my J-1 internship if the host employer wants to keep me longer?
Extensions are possible within the maximum program duration, which is 12 months for the J-1 Intern category. Your designated sponsor must approve and reissue your DS-2019 before the current end date passes. The extension must remain in the same field as your original training plan, and you need to still meet the student or recent-graduate eligibility requirement at the time of extension.
Does the J-1 Intern category require me to return home after the program?
Not automatically. The two-year home-country residency requirement under INA Section 212(e) applies based on government funding, whether your home country lists your skill on an exchange-visitor skills list, or bilateral agreements. Your designated sponsor will indicate on your DS-2019 whether the requirement applies. If it does, you must fulfill it or obtain a waiver through USCIS before applying for certain other U.S. visa statuses.