High School Internship Program - Behavioral Health

Overview

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Sound is the largest provider of comprehensive behavioral health services in King County, with 13 outpatient locations and 4 residential facilities. Over the past year, we have served more than 13,500 individuals (17.5% being youth), and we are proud to have been part of the community for 60 years.

We are excited to share that SOUND will once again be hosting our Career Pathway Internship Program this summer, building on last year’s success. This opportunity is open to rising high school juniors and seniors from underrepresented backgrounds. We will select approximately 18–20 students to participate in a dynamic, week-long, in-person experience. This program is designed to explore, empower, and create opportunities for students by introducing them to careers in:

• Behavioral Health
• Community Mental Health
• Social Work
• Counseling & Psychology
• Public Health
• Human Services

We are offering two cohort options:

• Cohort 1: July 13–17, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Cohort 2: August 10–14, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Important Dates

• May 20: Applications close
• June 1: Accepted students notified
• June 19: Selection packets due

Responsibilities

About the Program:

This two-week summer program offers a unique opportunity to:

• Learn about careers in behavioral health
• Engage in interactive activities and leadership development
• Gain early exposure to the behavioral health field
• Receive a stipend for participation
• Connect with professionals and mentors at SOUND

Qualifications

Internship Requirements:

• Applicants must be current high school juniors or seniors, or Running Start equivalency of high school.
• Must be able to attend all five (5) sessions in the week they are selected for.

Students who hold underrepresented identities are encouraged to apply. Sound Behavioral Health is committed to recruiting interns who reflect the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.

Keyword:

Perks at Sound!

Students who complete the entire week will be eligible for a stipend.