Summer 2026 - Early Intervention Autism Internship
Canopy Children's Solutions
Location
Jackson, Mississippi
Quick overview
Interns will assist in providing Applied Behavior Analytic (ABA) services to clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) under the direct supervision of a Behavior Analyst. Responsibilities also include shadowing a Behavior Technician who delivers clinical services in both clinic and community environments.
Requirements summary
Applicants must be current students actively pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or Behavioral Health and must be enrolled in good academic standing. Interns are required to attend mandatory orientation, adhere to business professional attire, and complete a minimum 100-hour commitment based on academic institution contracts.
Job description
- Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:
- The voice of our children and families always comes first
- Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
- We take great joy in service to others
- Our families and our communities deserve our very best
Canopy has been designated a Great Place to Work® for the fifth consecutive year and is one of only nine companies in Mississippi to qualify for this certification in 2025-2026. Canopy’s employees are charged with building a healthy work culture within their teams, that focus on trust, and the collective goal of helping kids thrive and families to overcome extraordinary challenges.
Position Overview
- Assisting in applied behavior analytic (ABA) services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) under the guidance and supervision of the Behavior Analyst 1 or 2.
- Shadowing the Behavior Technician (BT) who provides clinical services in the clinic and community settings.
- They are often delegated tasks to support the Behavior Analyst 1 or 2, or Assistant Behavior Analyst 1.
Internship Program Requirements
- All interns are required to attend a mandatory orientation and training session at the beginning of their internship.
- Business professional attire.
- Established contract with academic institution.
- Minimum 100-hour commitment unless stated otherwise in contract.
- Students must satisfactorily complete goals as outlined by university affiliates and their assigned site supervisor.
Required Qualifications
- Current students actively pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or Behavioral Health.
- Students must satisfactorily complete goals as outlined by college affiliates and their assigned site supervisor.
- Must be enrolled, and in good academic standing, with an accredited academic institution at time of internship.