Children’s Services Internship
SPIN
Location (2)
Town of Cortlandt, New York
Locations
2 listed locations
Quick overview
Interns will support classroom instruction, therapy sessions, and individualized learning plans while working alongside licensed professionals. They are responsible for assisting with lesson preparation, data collection, and the implementation of behavioral and instructional strategies.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program in fields such as Early Childhood Education, Special Education, OT/PT, or Speech-Language Pathology. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication skills, professionalism, and a commitment to supporting children and families.
Job description
📌 children’s services internship program: Education-Focused Internships (Fall/Winter)
Our Children’s Services Department is seeking motivated, compassionate, and dedicated interns for the Fall/Winter term who are pursuing careers in education and therapeutic services. Interns will gain hands-on experience supporting children with diverse developmental, educational, and therapeutic needs while working alongside licensed and certified professionals.
Interns gain meaningful, hands-on experience in a dynamic children’s services environment while learning directly from dedicated, experienced professionals through ongoing supervision and mentorship. The internship provides valuable exposure to evidence-based educational and therapeutic practices and offers a pathway to fulfill academic internship or fieldwork requirements while building professional skills and confidence for future careers.
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👶 early childhood education intern
- Eligibility
- Enrolled in an Early Childhood Education program
- Key Responsibilities
- Support classroom instruction for young children
- Assist teachers with lesson preparation and engaging learning activities
- Promote children’s social, emotional, and developmental growth
- Observe and support individualized learning plans
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📘 special education intern (Pre-K–4)
- Eligibility
- Enrolled in a Special Education Pre-K–4 program
- Key Responsibilities
- Assist special education teachers in inclusive and specialized classrooms
- Support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Help implement instructional and behavioral strategies
- Observe assessments and progress monitoring
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🧠 occupational therapy / Physical therapy intern (Ot/Pt)
Eligibility • Enrolled in an accredited OT or PT program, recognized by
- Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
- Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
- Key Responsibilities
- Assist licensed therapists during therapy sessions
- Support therapeutic activities and exercises
- Help document progress and prepare therapy materials
- Observe evaluations and treatment planning
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🗣️ speech & language pathology intern
- Eligibility
- Enrolled in a Speech-Language Pathology program
- Key Responsibilities
- Support speech and language therapy sessions
- Assist with data collection and documentation
- Prepare therapy materials and activities
- Observe assessments and intervention strategies
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✅ general internship requirements
Currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
Strong communication skills and professionalism
Commitment to supporting children and families
