Internship (Outpatient Mental Health Clinics- Gaithersburg) 2026-2027 Bachelors Level Counseling/Social Work Fieldwork
Sheppard PrattGaithersburg, Maryland, United States
Posted March 3, 2026
Internship
About the Company
Sheppard Pratt is the largest private, nonprofit provider of mental health, substance use, developmental disability, special education, and social services in the United States. It delivers a comprehensive continuum of care that spans hospital-based and community-based resources, serving a diverse patient population across multiple disciplines. Founded in 1853, the organization has a long-standing reputation for innovation through research, best practice implementation, and a commitment to elevating the quality of mental health care worldwide. Consistently ranked among the top national psychiatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 31 years, Sheppard Pratt distinguishes itself with an integrated, evidence‑based approach and a dedication to advancing mental health and addiction treatment on a national scale.
Job Description
Internship opportunity for BSW students to gain experience in a community outpatient mental health clinic, assisting with client enrollment, clinical interventions, and administrative tasks.
Requirements
- Must be available to assist in-person at the OMHC for the majority of their internship hours
- BSW students
- Ability to commit to 16 or more hours of on-site or telehealth activities