ABA/RBT Internship Opportunities with Pathways Behavioral Health

The Pathways Behavioral Health Internship is the perfect opportunity 

for those who are looking to start
their career in ABA therapy, as well as those who want to learn more about the field and decide if it's right for them. Our internship will give you a hands-on experience with providing therapy to children with various behavioral concerns. By shadowing our behavior technicians and analysts, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of ABA therapy, as well as the day-to-day experience and work lifestyles of ABA therapists.

The mission of Pathways Behavioral Health is to create pathways to independence for children and adolescents with emotional, developmental, and behavioral disorders.

Fall Internship Opportunities: 

We are looking for undergraduate interns in Montgomery County, Howard County, Prince George's County, Frederick County, and Washington DC. Our caseload includes children with Emotional Disabilities, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Developmental Delay, Learning Disabilities, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, and Intellectual Disability. We take a comprehensive approach to therapy by offering family therapy, parent training, parent coaching, mentoring, social skills groups, tutoring, respite and Applied Behavior Analysis services. 

More information can be found at the link below: 
 http://www.pathwaysbehavioralhealth.net/internships.html.

How To Apply:

Apply HERE. Interested applicants should also send a resume and cover letter to our Co-Clinical Director, Amber Shriver, at ashriver@pbhaba.com. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Register for The Terrapin Leadership Institute: Deadline is 9/26

Terrapin Leadership Institute (TLI) registration is 

open & free for all students! This 6-week, peer-led
program helps students build leadership skills, grow their network, and gain résumé-boosting experiences. Sessions start the week of September 30th; registration closes September 26th. ★ stamp.umd.edu/TLI

Ready to grow your leadership skills and make new connections this semester? Registration for the Terrapin Leadership Institute (TLI) is free and closes Friday, September 26. Don’t miss your chance to join!

Why join TLI?
Earn a Certificate of Completion + an optional Letter of Recommendation
Get access to a free RecWell Challenge Course
Connect with other student leaders across campus
Build résumé-ready skills in collaboration, communication, and ethical leadership
Walk away with a clearer personal leadership philosophy (and a TLI T-shirt)

How it works:
6-week Foundations Track (Sept 30–Nov 11)
Meet once per week by choosing the track that fits your schedule:

Tuesdays 5:15–6:45 PM
Wednesdays 5:30–7:00 PM
Thursdays 5:30–7:00 PM

Topics include: Leadership Styles, Ethics, Communication, Collaboration, and more

Register here before Sept 26: stamp.umd.edu/TLI
Questions? Email mlead@umd.edu

No prior leadership experience required, just bring your curiosity and energy. Spots are limited, so grab yours today!

Fall 2025 Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC234 (Psychology of Happiness)

Fall 2025 Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC234 (Psychology of Happiness)

Manuel (Manny) Teran Hernández is currently searching for Fall 2025 Undergraduate Teaching Assistants (UTAs). Manny is seeking UTAs to assist with his PSYC234: Psychology of Happiness course this upcoming fall semester.

Eligibility to serve in a UTA position:
• You must have taken PSYC234 at UMD and earned a grade of B+ or higher.

Time commitment & benefits:
This will be a volunteer position requiring at least 6 hours per week. In return, UTAs will receive professional development opportunities related to applying to graduate school in psychology as well as a strong letter of recommendation.

UTA Responsibilities:
*Grading (including weekly writing assignments)
*Administrative tasks (including Canvas-related tasks)
*Collaborating with and working under the guidance of the instructor and Graduate TA, and attending weekly meetings
*Contributing to the enhancement and development of assignments and exams
*Holding office hours to assist with students’ course questions
*Supporting other course-related needs

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
Students applying for the UTA position must demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an atmosphere that upholds diversity, equity, and inclusion. This involves showing empathy toward fellow students, respecting accommodations, collaborating effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, and creating space for a wide range of perspectives.

Benefits of serving as a PSYC234 UTA:
*Exposure to and experience with components of the teaching process
*Development of communication, mentoring, and assignment assessment skills
*Practice providing compassionate and empathy-driven written feedback
*Potential opportunities to give a short lecture or review session
Opportunities to help co-facilitate discussions
Refresh your understanding of Positive Psychology
Professional development opportunities related to applying to graduate school in psychologySchedule requirement:Schedule Requirement:
Must be able to attend Thursday classes from 3:30–4:15 PM (or Th from 3:00–3:45 PM at minimum).

How To Apply:

Please email mteran@umd.edu with the subject line “PSYC234 UTA Application – (Your Name)” and including:

*A short intro about yourself (major, year, pronouns)
*When you took PSYC234
*2-4 sentences on why you're interested in being a UTA for this course (w/ mention of relevant experience; i.e. tutoring/mentoring, leadership, DEI involvement, Canvas/Grading experience, etc.)
Weekly availability for Fall 2025 (especially Thursdays 3:00–4:15 PM)
(Optional) Resume

Rolling review until filled; priority consideration for applications received by Thursday, August 28, 2025.

Boundless Edventures Information Session: Opportunities in Adventure Therapy! Monday 11/3 5:00 pm

Boundless Edventures Information Session: Opportunities in Adventure Therapy!

Monday, November 3, 2025

5:00 pm-6:00 pm Virtual Event 

Register HERE.

Description: 

Learn about exciting and impactful volunteer opportunities available with Boundless Edventures Inc., a non-profit organization in Anne Arundel County, MD, specializing in adventure therapy for neurodivergent teens. Boundless Edventures uses adventure therapy to help teens break through social, emotional, physical, and intellectual barriers through outdoor, adventure-driven experiences that foster personal growth, social connection and life skills. This session will give you a window into what it means to be part of Boundless Edventures; and, cover what it is like to be a Boundless Edventures volunteer, the rewards of being a Boundless Edventures Volunteer, as well as volunteer expectations and the application process.

Guests & Presenters:
Holly Baca - Founder, Executive Director, Board of Directors President
Jessica Schwenk - Volunteer, Board of Directors Vice President

Learn more about Boundless Edventures: https://www.boundlessedventures.org/

How To Register For This Event:

Students please register for this virtual event on Handshake at the following link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1795498/share_preview

Tri Alpha National First-Generation Honor Society

Tri-Alpha, also known as Alpha Alpha Alpha, 

is a national honor society for first-generation college
students. The Nu Zeta Chapter at the University of Maryland fosters a culture of academic excellence while empowering first-generation students through leadership development, community engagement, and meaningful opportunities for growth.

All first-generation undergraduate and graduate students, as well as faculty, staff, and alumni of UMD, are eligible to join the Tri-Alpha Honor Society. Inductions will take place each fall, celebrating the achievements of our first-gen community.

Apply Today: https://go.umd.edu/ApplyTriAlpha2025

Application Deadline: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 @ 11:59 pm. 

Interested in Adventure Therapy and working with teens on the neurodivergent spectrum? Apply to volunteer with Boundless Edventures.

Join Boundless Edventures as a volunteer, and 

support our mission to provide amazing outdoor edventures to neurodivergent teens (ages 12-20)! Learn more HERE.

Boundless Edventures Inc. is a non profit 501 (c)(3), founded in 2022 by Holly Baca in collaboration with an amazing group of volunteers who have helped kids throughout our community in schools, therapy clinics, camps, sports, and as parents or guardians.

We Support Teens With… ⬨ Intellectual Challenges ⬨ ADD ⬨ Down Syndrome ⬨ Anxiety & Depression ⬨ Autism ⬨ Cerebral Palsy

…By Strengthening… ⇒ Communication & Social Skills ⇒ Physical & Mental Health ⇒ Relationship Building ⇒ Outdoor & Environmental Skills ⇒ Confidence & Independence ⇒ Resilience & Perseverance

What It's Like To Be A Boundless Edventures Volunteer

This is not the kind of volunteer position where we just “supervise” our participants. As a sma l and tightly connected group, we get in the water, we fish, we tube, we sail, we hike, we paddle, we explore and we experience edventures together. We help our teens to engage in conversations with each other and to actively participate with the group. Most importantly, we keep our teens safe, even through moments of difficulty. We help our teens build positive relationships, learn to trust, and encourage them to cha lenge themselves physica ly, emotiona ly and cognitively

Volunteer Expectations:
Create a fun, safe and inclusive experience for a l edventurers; share your love of the outdoors!

● Set a high standard of positivity, cooperation, co laboration, and work ethic.
● Act as a companion and encourager of edventurers while promoting confidence and strong self-esteem. ● Encourage edventurers to make social connections with each other by modeling an inclusive, supportive environment and fostering interactions during down time.
● Keep verbal instructions minimal (our teens learn best as they experience it, and attention span is often short).
● Always keep eyes on edventurers. Volunteers accompany teens away from the group, as needed.
● Assist edventurers with preparation and participation of a l activities, as needed.
● Ask permission before providing hands on assistance (some of our teens do not like to be touched).
● Set a good example for edventurers and others by upholding a l Boundless Edventures rules and expectations.
● Adhere to guidance from experienced Boundless volunteers and board members.
● Arrive 15 minutes early to each edventure, ready to fu ly engage. (Days, times and locations wi l vary.) ● No specific requirements to volunteer, though experience with the neurodivergent community is helpful. ● Volunteers ages 16 to Adult preferred.

If you are interested in learning more, please visit our website at https://www.boundlessedventures.org/ or contact our Founder, Holly Baca, at Holly@boundlessedventures.org
 

Apply to be a volunteer at the link below:
https://www.boundlessedventures.org/volunteer

Communications Research Assistant Position with CECEI

Communications Research Assistant Position  

Center for Early Childhood Education and Intervention

Description:

The Center for Early Childhood Education and Intervention (CECEI) is a joint initiative between the Department of Counseling, Higher Education and Special Education (CHSE) and the Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology (HDQM). The mission of CECEI is to conduct high quality research on early childhood education and early intervention programs in order to inform State and Federal policy, to translate research into scalable education programs and best practices, to build capacity in schools and communities, and to promote family engagement in their children’s education.

Responsibilities:

-Assist with producing blog and social media content and organizing outreach efforts
-Review CECEI/project websites, suggest revisions, and update content and formatting using Drupal (training provided)
-Provide other project support as needed within CECEI
-Research Assistants will be expected to work at CECEI approximately 10 hours per week
-RAs are to enroll in an independent study for which their work will count for course credit
-Priority will be given to applicants who are available/ interested in working for 2 consecutive semesters

Undergraduate or Graduate Student

How To Apply:

For best consideration, please send all materials by Thursday, August 21, 2025. Please contact us with any questions or for more information. To apply, please email a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript to Naomi Patton at CECEI@umd.edu, with the subject line “CECEI Communications RA.”

Fall Internship Opportunities with The Playtime Project: Eligible for PSYC 389 Experiential Learning Credit

The Playtime Project

mission is to nurture healthy child development and reduce
the effects of trauma among children living in temporary housing in Washington D.C. Playtime seeks to create a city that provides every opportunity for children in families experiencing homelessness to succeed by ensuring safe and fun spaces to play and learn, providing consistent programs, offering support services for families, and advocating for affordable housing and safe shelter. Playtime Project offers play and youth development programming to youth ages 6 months -- 18 years old who are experiencing homelessness. We offer evening programs at 4 family shelters and rely heavily on interns/volunteers to implement our programs. 

Intern Locations & Opportunities Available:

4 interns for an after-school program at LaSalle-Backus Elementary School on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30-5:45
4 interns for an after-school program at Barnaby Manor Elementary School on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-5
2 interns for an evening program at a Columbia Heights shelter from 6:30-8 PM
3 interns for a program at Beltway Plaza Mall on Wednesdays from 4:30-5:45 PM
3 interns for an evening program at a shelter in Capitol Heights, MD from 6:30-8 PM

Responsibilities:
-Implement activities
-Interact positively with youth during programming
-Be able to set healthy boundaries

How To Apply: Email your resume to Jordan Clayton, Programs Director jordan@playtimeproject.org  In the subject line of the email please write "Playtime Internship". 

Earn academic credit for this internship through PSYC 389 Experiential Learning https://psyc.umd.edu/undergraduate/earning-internship-credit

Rutgers University Diversifying Psychology Day

Rutgers University - New Brunswick Psychology Department 

has opened applications for their annual
Diversifying Psychology Day!

This is a day-long REMOTE workshop for potential Ph.D. applicants, with the aim to prepare students for the graduate admissions process in psychology. The day will consist of webinars and panels led by current PhD students, social activities, and the option to meet with faculty in small groups.

Applications are due September 19th, and the event will take place on October 24th from 11am-6pm EST.

Please visit the event website to learn more: https://sites.rutgers.edu/rdpd.

Post-Bacc RA Positions with Brown University Healthcare System

Position for 2 full-time Research Assistants (RA) are 

available in the Brown University Healthcare
System. The RAs will work with Jennifer Wolff’s research team and the Adolescent Mental Health Collaborative. These RAs will work on several different projects on topics such as preteen suicide, parenting practices that lower suicide risk, intervention studies for at-risk youth, and pediatric sleep and mental health. Opportunities also exist to help with diagnostic assessments on an adolescent inpatient unit and other clinical interactions with families.

DESCRIPTION:
These positions are well-suited for an aspiring clinical psychology graduate student interested in child and adolescent mental health, as it will provide first-hand experience: 1) conducting recruitment and research with families who have been through a recent mental health crisis, 2) conducting clinical interviews, 3) IRB procedures and communication 4) data management, preprocessing, and analysis. RAs will have access to the Adolescent Mental Health Collaborative training opportunities, which aim to improve youth mental health through coordinated research, treatment, and training: https://sites.brown.edu/AMHC.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Communicate with families and patients in a clinical research setting.
2. Conduct psychological assessments of youth and their parents.
3. Recruit and consent families for assessment and intervention research studies.
4. Maintain IRB records.
5. Manage REDCap databases
6. Collaborate with researchers to build and continue study protocols
7. Keep a flexible schedule to accommodate the schedules of research participants and research facilities, including afternoons and occasional evenings/weekend availability.
8. Perform other lab management duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL/KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Minimum bachelor's degree in psychology, neuroscience, sociology, or another related field.
2. Ability to interact skillfully with clinical populations (children, adolescents, and adults).
3. A minimum of one year of experience in a research project or a related clinical setting is required (can be unpaid experience).
4. Experience with data capture systems (e.g., REDCap) or statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R) is strongly preferred.
5. Must have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize among multiple tasks.
6. Working knowledge of research methodology (e.g., ecological momentary assessment, psychophysiological assessment) is preferred but not required.
7. Bilingual preferred but not required.

HOW TO APPLY:
If interested, please email your C.V. and a cover letter describing the fit between this position and your background and goals to brownamhc@gmail.com .We are looking for a candidate to start October 1st if possible.

Post-Bacc Opportunity with The Learning and Cognition Lab

The Learning and Cognition Lab in UMD's College of Education 

is seeking responsible undergraduate,
postbaccalaureate, or graduate students with prior lab experience to assist with data collection. 

These hourly positions would start immediately and continue into the spring. All data collection will take place on campus. The study uses fNIRS to investigate spatial and verbal activation during mathematics calculations and problem-solving. 

Experience with neuroimaging is a plus. Interested applicants should send a resume/CV to Victoria Terry at valexa@umd.edu.

NAMI HelpLine Specialist Internship

Apply To Be A NAMI HelpLine Specialist Intern  

https://nami.applicantpro.com/jobs/3515487

Do you have a caring heart? Do you have a passion for helping others and making a meaningful difference? Volunteers on the NAMI HelpLine become a vital part of a person’s mental health journey.

The NAMI HelpLine is powered by people who know what it’s like to need help with mental health challenges – whether as an individual, a friend, or family caregiver.

Volunteers and interns serving on the NAMI HelpLine are well-trained, equipped with tools, and supported by NAMI HelpLine Staff. Through your training and service, you will develop a deeper understanding of mental health conditions, recovery strategies, and ways to navigate life challenges.

Serving from home and using your computer, you will answer calls and texts from people reaching out for help and you will provide them with mental health information, resources, and emotional support.

Help people impacted by mental illness move from hopeless to hopeful. Apply to be a NAMI HelpLine Specialist today!

Earn academic credit for this internship through PSYC 389 Experiential Learning https://psyc.umd.edu/undergraduate/earning-internship-credit

Emerging Adults Resource Summit: Friday 8/22

CASA of Prince George's County is hosting 

the Emerging Adults Resource Summit on Friday August 22 from 9:30 am - 2 pm in the School of Public Health.

 
The summit aims to discuss emerging trends and critical areas affecting youth and young adults with experiences in the foster care system. 

*The summit will be insightful for undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in learning how to support the foster youth community.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1_xoRR93LEf7bw8tMMN38padhTMq3wJ2GOyoEOzJ3XdI/viewform?edit_requested=true

Bilingual Youth & Family Case Mgmt. Internship: Eligible for PSYC 389 Experiential Learning Credit

EveryMind 

https://www.everymind.org/internships/

This internship is eligible for PSYC 389 Experiential Learning Credit.

Linkages to Learning & School and Community Youth Services
EveryMind is seeking interns to join our Linkages to Learning and School and Community Youth Services teams. These programs are school-based partnerships focused on holistic student support, family engagement, and community development. As an intern, you will:Provide case management services to caregivers.

Responsibilities:
Plan and facilitate support groups for students and/or caregivers in school settings.
Collaborate with school staff and administration to support student and family needs.
Work with community stakeholders on outreach initiatives and donation drives.
Conduct needs assessments and collect program data.
Support clients in achieving self-sufficiency by connecting them with essential resources, including food assistance and other community-based supports.
Family Empowerment Institute (FEI) – Spanish Bilingual Required

The Family Empowerment Institute (FEI) is a community-school partnership focused on equipping families with the skills and tools needed to achieve self-sufficiency. This internship offers hands-on experience in program coordination, case management, and outreach, particularly within diverse, multicultural communities. As an intern, you will:Maintain records of FEI program services.
Support administrative tasks and program coordination.
Create flyers and outreach materials for community engagement.
Assist in planning and implementing workshops and training sessions for families.
Conduct training evaluations and collect participant feedback.
Provide case management services to caregivers.
Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is required for this role.
Ready to Apply?
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=197197&clientkey=C0B5222A333F38B3A707F61C808AB3AB
If you're passionate about mental health, community outreach, and making a difference, we’d love to have you on board! Apply today and take the next step in your professional journey with EveryMind.

Fall 2025 Research Assistant Positions with The Child Development Lab

The Child Development Laboratory at 

University of Maryland, under the direction of Dr. Nathan
Fox, is now accepting applications for Fall 2025 undergraduate research assistants! 

Successful applicants will work on the Healthy Brain and Child Development Study. Our studies examine the effects of temperament on social and cognitive development using a variety of neurological and behavioral methods. This position involves assisting with study visits, and research assistants will gain experience with behavioral visits, electroencephalogram (EEG) collection, electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) collection, taking part in research discussions, and play an active role in behavioral and physiological data collection. Social and biological science-related field majors are encouraged to apply. This position requires a flexible schedule, including weekend and evening availability.

Accepted applicants will have the opportunity to work on several studies going on in the lab. Many of our undergraduate research assistants present at the annual Undergraduate Research Day. The position requires attention to detail, proper time management, and excellent interpersonal skills. We ask for a two semester commitment, but space is not guaranteed. Credit is available for PSYC 479, EDHD 498, & PHSC 389 for those interested!

Bilingual Spanish-speaking candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

 
Responsibilities:
-6 hours per week in lab
-Data collection
-Research discussions
-Behavioral and physiological data collection
-Assisting with study visits

Qualifications: 

Experience working or completing research with infants, children, and adolescents is preferred but not required

How to apply: 

Fill out this link (https://forms.gle/8C6ipy5Jx6xyy3UE9) with your resume/CV & unofficial transcript
Questions? Contact Jamie Listokin (listokin@umd.edu)