Internship (Psychology Externship) 2026 Fieldwork
Sheppard PrattTowson, Maryland, United States
Posted October 28, 2025
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
Sheppard Pratt offers two externship opportunities for predoctoral psychology graduate students. Both predoctoral psychology externships are offered at Sheppard Pratt’s flagship campus in Towson, Maryland.
Requirements
- Completed coursework in psychological assessment, including tests of cognitive abilities/IQ
- Previous experience working with children in a clinical setting
- Completed coursework in individual and group therapy as well as psychological assessments, including personality and cognitive abilities testing