What is an internship?
An internship is a hands-on learning opportunity that allows students, recent graduates, or career changers to gain practical experience in a specific field. During an internship, individuals work full- or part-time, typically performing entry-level tasks while also engaging in skill development activities designed to enhance their knowledge and abilities within the industry. We have three different internships – a Fall semester internship, a Spring semester internship, and a Summer PIVOT internship.
Our internships are designed for current college students and recent graduates. As a nonprofit, Charlotte Behavioral Health Care greatly values the contributions of our interns, who play a vital role in advancing key initiatives and projects while also supporting staff with a variety of tasks. Interns have the opportunity to engage in meaningful work, gain valuable experience in the nonprofit sector, and contribute to transforming the culture surrounding mental health.
What is the Summer PIVOT internship program?
This 10-week internship program offers a dynamic rotation through various key areas, including mental health and substance use treatment, as well as inpatient and outpatient settings. Interns will gain insight into both individual and group therapy, along with case management programs. This immersive experience emphasizes professional development through multidisciplinary group supervision, helping participants become more familiar with careers in mental health and substance use treatment. By engaging in diverse clinical settings, interns will develop the skills and knowledge needed to effectively support individuals in their self-improvement journeys.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and closed on April 1st for the following summer or when all positions have been filled.
Expected Time Commitment for the Summer PIVOT Internship
- Welcome/orientation week – first week of placement will be five consecutive eight hours days (8:30am-5:00pm) for orientation/training which will take place the second week of May.
- Interns are expected to commit a minimum of eight hours per week and at least one week day. Days and time constraints will be based on different program needs/requirements. Full summer schedule will be given and approved prior to start of internship.
- Program begins week second week of May and ends second week of July.
Expected Time Commitment for the Spring and Fall Semester Internships
- Welcome/orientation week. The first week of placement will be five consecutive eight-hour days (8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) for orientation/training which will take place the second week of the month the internship starts.
- Interns are expected to commit a minimum of eight hours per week and at least one weekday. Days and time constraints will be based on different program needs/requirements.
- All placements are expected to be for two consecutive semesters.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and will close on May 1st for a Fall semester start or October 1st for a Spring semester start (or earlier if all positions are filled).
To apply, for the Spring or Fall internship program, please click here to complete the application.
To apply for the Summer PIVOT internship program, please click here to complete the application.
Thank you for your interest in an internship with Charlotte Behavioral Health Care. For questions, please contact Emily Martin, LCSW-QS, CBHC clinical development and child outpatient department supervisor, at (941) 639-8300 ext. 2259 or EMartin@cbhcfl.org.
** Note: CBHC follows CSWE and CACREP standards in our placements.