School Counselor Internships
School counselor internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on experience supporting students in real school settings, mentorship from working school counselors, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Education, with Camp Taconic, Pottsgrove School District, and Gwinnett County Public Schools among the employers posting roles now.
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See related jobsEducation Qualifications: Educational requirements may vary depending on specific job performed.
Experience Qualifications: Knowledge in area of employment and/or related work experience required.
Skills Qualifications: Ability to follow tasks through to completion; willingness to learn and become skilled in area of employment; results-oriented with a strong ability to relate to customers; ability to read and comprehend written instructions; ability to follow oral instructions; ability to work as part of a team; flexibility and adaptability to change; ability to represent Gwinnett County Public Schools in a positive and professional manner; and ability to demonstrate accountability for actions and decisions.
Primary Responsibilities: Perform tasks and responsibilities related to functions of specific job assignment and to perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
1. Perform designated job duties.
a. Perform tasks as assigned and/or in accordance with an assigned work schedule.
b. Understand all phases of job assignment.
c. Demonstrate quality work performance and demonstrate an interest to improve job skills.
d. Attend job-related classes, workshops, in-service, and staff meetings as needed or required.
2. Assist others willingly in completing daily tasks/responsibilities.
a. Offer and present improved alternatives to accomplish tasks as encouraged.
b. Demonstrate willingness to assume additional responsibilities.
3. Act in a professional manner and build positive working relationships.
a. Accept and implement suggestions for improvement in a positive and professional manner.
b. Accept and adapt to new ideas.
c. Show respect for authority.
d. Demonstrate dependability and flexibility.
e. Portray job interest and professional pride.
4. Maintain regular attendance and demonstrate punctuality.
5. Maintain a professional personal appearance.
a. Arrive at work wearing designated uniform or workplace attire as appropriate, depending on requirements of position.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education Qualifications: Educational requirements may vary depending on specific job performed.
Experience Qualifications: Knowledge in area of employment and/or related work experience required.
Skills Qualifications: Ability to follow tasks through to completion; willingness to learn and become skilled in area of employment; results-oriented with a strong ability to relate to customers; ability to read and comprehend written instructions; ability to follow oral instructions; ability to work as part of a team; flexibility and adaptability to change; ability to represent Gwinnett County Public Schools in a positive and professional manner; and ability to demonstrate accountability for actions and decisions.
Primary Responsibilities: Perform tasks and responsibilities related to functions of specific job assignment and to perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
1. Perform designated job duties.
a. Perform tasks as assigned and/or in accordance with an assigned work schedule.
b. Understand all phases of job assignment.
c. Demonstrate quality work performance and demonstrate an interest to improve job skills.
d. Attend job-related classes, workshops, in-service, and staff meetings as needed or required.
2. Assist others willingly in completing daily tasks/responsibilities.
a. Offer and present improved alternatives to accomplish tasks as encouraged.
b. Demonstrate willingness to assume additional responsibilities.
3. Act in a professional manner and build positive working relationships.
a. Accept and implement suggestions for improvement in a positive and professional manner.
b. Accept and adapt to new ideas.
c. Show respect for authority.
d. Demonstrate dependability and flexibility.
e. Portray job interest and professional pride.
4. Maintain regular attendance and demonstrate punctuality.
5. Maintain a professional personal appearance.
a. Arrive at work wearing designated uniform or workplace attire as appropriate, depending on requirements of position.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Tips for Your School Counselor Internship Search
Apply earlier than your peers do
Large school districts and counseling agencies open summer and fall internship applications the preceding fall semester. If you wait until spring, the structured cohort roles are often already filled. Set a calendar reminder at the start of each academic year and treat the application cycle as beginning the moment classes resume.
Build a portfolio before you need one
School counselor intern candidates who bring something concrete to review move faster through hiring. Document a group counseling curriculum you designed, a needs assessment from a class project, or a case conceptualization showing your theoretical approach. A one or two-page PDF or a simple site with these artifacts gives recruiters something to assess beyond your coursework list.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured district and agency programs tied to your university's counseling accreditation, and your faculty supervisors often know which employers recruit from your program before roles post publicly. Apply directly to smaller nonprofits and private schools at the same time, since those placements rarely appear at fairs and fill through direct outreach.
Practice the school counselor intern interview format out loud
School counselor internship screens typically include scenario-based questions: how you would handle a student in crisis, how you'd approach a parent conflict, or how you'd design a small-group intervention. Practice answering these out loud, walking through your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh your clinical thinking process as much as the conclusion you reach.
Target structured counseling internship pipelines early
Many large districts and behavioral health organizations run cohort-based intern programs designed specifically for master's students completing supervised hours. These programs recruit on a fixed academic calendar, fill in the first application wave, and offer structured supervision that counts toward licensure. Identify the programs that fit your specialization and submit in the opening window.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 0% of the school counselor internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting, since school-based placements almost always require in-person presence while telehealth and nonprofit roles vary. Filter by location and work type first so your time goes toward roles you can actually accept.
School Counselor Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a school counselor internship?
Lead with what hiring teams can actually assess: relevant coursework in counseling theory, child development, or psychology, and a reflective portfolio documenting case conceptualizations, group facilitation plans, or crisis response simulations from your program. Direct applications get you in front of smaller districts and nonprofits, while campus career fairs let you meet school and agency recruiters who often move faster with students they've spoken to in person.
Can a school counselor internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers do extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for school counselor interns is consistent performance on real caseloads, whether the site has open headcount when your program ends, and whether you've made your interest in returning clear early. Position yourself by treating every session and documentation task seriously, without counting on an offer materializing.
When should I apply for school counselor internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large school districts and counseling agencies recruit summer and fall interns the preceding fall semester, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller nonprofits, private schools, and co-op placements post closer to start dates, so openings appear across the academic year. Checking listings regularly from the start of your program year is the most reliable approach.
Are school counselor internships paid?
Most professional school counselor internships in the United States are paid, though compensation varies by employer type, district size, and location. University-required fieldwork placements tied to licensure programs are sometimes unpaid or stipend-based, while district and agency roles more often include hourly pay. Listings show compensation where the employer discloses it, so filter accordingly.
What should a school counselor internship resume include?
Lead with documented projects rather than work history: two or three complete examples showing the counseling skills you've applied, such as a group curriculum you designed, a needs assessment you conducted, or a case study from a practicum, with the theoretical frameworks and tools you used. Add relevant coursework, supervised hours completed, and any certifications in progress. Keep it to one page.
Are there remote school counselor internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the school counselor internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts supporting telehealth counseling platforms or online school programs tend to fill quickly, so apply early and use the work-type filter to surface them without sorting through roles you can't take.
Can international students get school 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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