Mental Health Counselor Internships
Mental health counselor internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on clinical and case-management experience, mentorship from working mental health counselors, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover {{top_industries_phrase}}, with HEALTH HAVEN, Me Time Therapy, and Holistic Counseling among the employers posting roles now.
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Job Overview
Join Me Time Therapy, a modern, client-centered mental health practice dedicated to providing high-quality mental health services to young adults and adults across Florida.
We are seeking a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI) who has completed a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling or a related clinical field and is actively registered with the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling.
This hybrid position includes both telehealth and in-office psychotherapy sessions and is ideal for a clinician seeking to strengthen clinical skills, build a consistent caseload, and continue gaining supervised clinical experience toward independent licensure.
At Me Time Therapy, we are committed to culturally responsive, ethical, evidence-based, and client-centered care. We serve a diverse population, with a strong presence within the Latino community.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments under appropriate clinical supervision.
- Develop diagnostic impressions using DSM-5-TR and ICD-10 criteria within the clinician's scope of practice and supervision requirements.
- Provide evidence-based psychotherapy interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and trauma-informed approaches.
- Provide individual psychotherapy to young adults and adults through telehealth and in-office sessions.
- Work with clients presenting with concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, and emerging adulthood challenges.
- Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor progress toward treatment goals.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and HIPAA-compliant clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
- Complete documentation necessary to support insurance billing and applicable psychotherapy services.
- Recognize and appropriately respond to crisis situations, including completing risk assessments and following established safety protocols.
- Participate in clinical supervision and case consultation as required.
- Maintain professional boundaries and comply with Florida laws, ethical standards, practice policies, and supervision requirements.
- Collaborate with administrative and billing staff to support continuity of care.
- Maintain and manage an assigned caseload independently while seeking clinical consultation when appropriate.
Experience & Qualifications
- Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling or a related clinical discipline from an appropriately accredited program.
- Active status as a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI) in the State of Florida.
- Must remain in good standing and meet all Florida requirements for registered interns.
- Experience working with young adults and adults preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills.
- Familiarity with DSM-5-TR and ICD-10 diagnostic criteria.
- Experience or familiarity with EHR systems and insurance-based behavioral health services preferred.
- Ability to work independently while appropriately utilizing clinical supervision.
- Strong communication, organizational, and professional skills.
- Commitment to ethical, culturally responsive, and client-centered care.
- Bilingual Spanish-English strongly preferred.
- Interest in working with diverse and Latino populations is highly valued.
What We Offer
- Hybrid position: telehealth and in-office sessions.
- Services provided to Florida clients only.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Steady caseload opportunities.
- Administrative and billing support.
- Supportive professional environment.
- Clinical growth and professional development opportunities.
- Opportunity to gain experience with a diverse client population.
- Strong demand for bilingual clinicians and opportunities to work with Spanish-speaking clients.
- Opportunity to develop experience with insurance-based behavioral health services.
- Competitive per-session compensation based on experience, qualifications, and caseload.
Position Requirements
Education: Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling or related clinical field
Registration: Active Florida Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI) status
Work Setting: Hybrid – Telehealth & In-Office
Client Population: Young Adults & Adults
Language: Spanish-English bilingual preferred
Location: Orlando/Kissimmee, Florida / Telehealth throughout Florida
Me Time Therapy is committed to providing professional, ethical, culturally responsive mental health services while supporting clinicians as they develop their skills and progress toward independent licensure.
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kissimmee, FL 34741
Mental Health Counselor Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your Mental Health Counselor Internship Search
Apply earlier than your cohort expects
Large hospital systems, community health networks, and behavioral health companies recruit summer clinical interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before winter break. Smaller nonprofits and private practices post closer to their start dates. Check listings in September and apply the same week a role matches your licensure track.
Build a practicum portfolio before you apply
Hiring supervisors at the intern level want documented proof of client-contact work, not a long employment history. Compile de-identified case summaries, a practicum reflection log, or a supervision feedback record. Name the population, the modality, and the supervised hours completed so reviewers can assess your readiness quickly.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured clinical placements tied to your university's affiliation agreements, and your faculty supervisor or program director often knows which sites recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to employers running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity so you reach openings that never appear on university boards.
Practice your clinical vignette responses out loud
Mental health counselor internship interviews typically include case vignettes or ethical-scenario questions where supervisors evaluate your clinical reasoning, not just your final answer. Practice responses out loud, walking through your theoretical orientation, your assessment approach, and your rationale step by step, so the thinking is as clear as the conclusion.
Target structured internship pipelines at larger organizations
Hospital systems, managed behavioral health organizations, and large nonprofits run cohort-based internship programs designed to train people new to clinical work. These programs provide structured supervision, rotation across service lines, and a clear pathway to licensure hours. They recruit early and fill fast, so identify the ones aligned with your licensure track and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 25% of the mental health counselor internships listed here. Decide whether you can commit to in-person placement, telehealth-only, or a hybrid schedule before you begin searching. Filtering by location and work type upfront means you spend your time on roles you can actually accept, not sorting through placements that do not fit your program requirements or commute.
Mental Health Counselor Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mental health counselor internship?
Lead with coursework and documented client-facing or practicum projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A case study portfolio, reflection journal, or practicum summary gives supervisors something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where clinical supervisors and program recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a mental health counselor internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for mental health counselor interns is consistent performance on real caseloads, positive supervisory feedback, and whether the site has open headcount when your program ends. Position for a return offer by treating every client interaction seriously, but do not count on it as your only job-search strategy.
When should I apply for mental health counselor internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large hospital systems and community health organizations recruit summer clinical interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller nonprofits, private practices, and co-op placements post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly and apply as soon as a role matches your licensure track and program requirements.
Are mental health counselor internships paid?
Most professional mental health counselor internships in the United States are paid, though compensation varies by employer size, industry, and location. Community mental health centers and nonprofits sometimes offer stipends rather than hourly wages, while hospital systems and larger behavioral health companies tend to pay more competitively. Listings show compensation where the employer discloses it, so filter accordingly.
What should a mental health counselor internship resume include?
Lead with projects and practicum work, not employment history. Document two or three complete placements or academic projects, naming the population served, the modalities used, and the supervised hours logged. Include a link to a case study portfolio, de-identified session notes, or a practicum summary if your program permits sharing. Add relevant coursework such as psychopathology, ethics, or counseling theory, and keep it to one page.
Are there remote mental health counselor internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 75% of the mental health counselor internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Many telehealth platforms and employee assistance program providers run fully remote clinical cohorts. Remote placements fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a counseling practicum or internship sequence, and how does it work?
Most accredited counseling programs require a structured practicum-then-internship sequence: a shorter practicum placement focused on observed and supervised skill-building, followed by a longer internship with a direct-service hour requirement. These placements are competitive at high-demand sites, recruit early in the academic year, and count toward licensure hour requirements, so identifying sites and applying in the first wave of your program cohort matters.
Can international students get mental health counselor internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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