Internship Overview
As an intern at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, you build the skills and experience you need to work as a mental health professional in the public or private sector. Â
As one of our region’s largest community-based behavioral health agencies, we offer a challenging and enriching environment to support your professional growth and development. Interning at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø offers:
- Exposure to clients with a wide variety of diagnoses
- Interactions with clients who have diverse cultural and lived experiences
- Experience working in an innovative environment at the forefront of our field
- A chance to learn from psychiatrists within our robust medical services department
- Access to internal trainings, as well as Santa Clara County trainings
51³Ô¹ÏÍø provides a higher level of integrated care than many other agencies. Our programs include residential and outpatient services, addiction treatment, linkage to on-site medical care, employment services, and independent and supportive housing. By interning here, you gain professional experience within an evidence-based, whole person care model.
What to Expect from an Internship
51³Ô¹ÏÍø offers both mentored practicum and field placement opportunities. We typically accept interns at several 51³Ô¹ÏÍø locations that provide outpatient, residential, and partial hospitalization care.
The focus and format of your internship varies by school and program. We work with our interns to design a plan that fits with their school’s requirements. Most interns work at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø for about 16–24 hours per week.
Take the Next Step
For more information or to apply for an internship, contact Taylor Wang at (669) 213-1604 or twang@momentumforhealth.org.