Internship Programs Promote Professional Growth

Clinical Practicum

Designed for master’s level or above therapists, social workers, or psychologists, this clinical practicum fulfills most higher education training requirements. Participants lead psychotherapy groups and have the opportunity to develop new curriculums in a highly collaborative environment.

Clinical Research Internship

This internship is an ideal research experience for undergraduate students interested in attending medical school or graduate school in psychology, social work, nutrition, or public health. Students conduct systematic literature reviews, collect and analyze data, share results, and contribute to academic journal articles. Current research projects include the etiology of and risk factors for eating disorders, predictors of eating disorder treatment outcomes, and novel approaches to treating severe and enduring eating disorders.

Nutrition Student Volunteer Program

Undergraduate student or recent graduate volunteers assist dietitians with food inventory management, menu planning, and nutrition group development. They shadow team members during individual nutrition counseling sessions and can participate in research initiatives. The program is ideal for those interested in a registered dietitian position in the eating disorders field.

“The ability to work side-by-side with our interdisciplinary team provides exposure to different perspectives and roles while building more balanced clinicians,” says Supervising Psychologist Rebecca Boswell, PhD. “These programs help keep us on the cutting-edge of eating disorders treatment – and likewise, students bring in fresh perspectives that contribute to our care environment.”

“It’s a rare opportunity to get this type of first-hand, growth-oriented experience on an eating disorders unit – especially one within an academic medical center – so it’s a competitive process,” adds Nutrition Therapist Eric Cassara, RD. “We’re just as eager to work with these students."