Summer Internship Program at IBHRI

The internship program at IBHRI is designed for undergraduate students who wish to learn more about the graduate school experience and graduate students pursuing a master’s degree.

Program and Application Information

    • Current undergraduate or graduate student (master's programs only) enrolled full-time or part-time in an accredited public or private college or university, OR

    • Postbaccalaureate (within six months of graduation from an undergraduate college or university)

    • Interest in mentored research in behavioral health or behavioral science

    • In good academic standing with an overall minimum GPA of 3.00 or better

    • Available 10-20 hours per week scheduled over a minimum of three days

    • Completion of courses in research methods, statistics, and lower-division psychology or behavioral sciences courses required for undergraduate students. For graduate students or postbaccalaureate interns taking a gap year before graduate school, an earned bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, or other behavioral sciences degree preferred.

    • We value diversity in all forms and encourage applications from individuals who bring unique perspectives to the field of behavioral and health sciences.

    Applicants should be willing to work on a manuscript for publication in a scholarly journal or a presentation for a conference. We support our interns through this process, as we believe it greatly strengthens a graduate school application.

  • The complete application for the Summer Internship Program at IBHRI will consist of the following:

    • Completed online form

    • Student resume or CV

    • Personal statement describing <500 words:

      • Your educational and professional goals

      • Reasons for wanting an internship at IBHRI

      • How participation in the IBHRI Internship Program will assist in meeting your goals

    • Two references (at least one being from someone who can attest to your academic work)

    • Unofficial copy of recent transcripts

    Prepare and submit the application online. Please review the application form first and complete it when prepared to submit it. Official transcripts will only be requested from those offered an interview.

  • Completed applications are due by April 20, 2025. Finalists will be contacted by May 16th.

    For questions, use our Contact Us page or email info@ibhri.org.

IBHRI offers a paid summer internship to current students or postbacs in a gap year ranging from a few weeks to a few months. Interns with outstanding potential are selected to work with a scholar or professional on research projects to gain practical, hands-on experience in a professional setting. Opportunities are available within the research areas that are a focus of IBHRI’s work. Undergraduate or graduate students receiving financial aid must contact their educational institution’s financial aid office to determine if a stipend impacts financial aid eligibility. The hourly rate for the summer internship ranges from $18 per hour to $22 per hour.