INTERNSHIPS
Nichols Center offers Internship Opportunities for High School, Undergraduate-level, and Graduate-level students
The Nichols Center is excited to announce internship openings for both high school and undergraduate students. These programs offer valuable experience in mental health, wellness, and community service within our integrated wellness model.
High School & Undergraduate Level Internship: Seedlings Program
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For rising high school seniors & Bachelor's students
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30 hours of community service
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Community Events
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Project focused on mental health, wellness, recovery, or holistic healing
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Certificate, medal, and reference letter upon completion
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Undergraduate students only: Assist in leading non-clinical support groups
Graduate Level Internship: Giving Tree Program
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For students pursuing a Master's degree in related fields (must be a Licensed Professional Counselor Program )
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Hands-on experience with an integrated wellness model in a community-based setting
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Opportunity to shadow individual therapy sessions and assist with group counseling
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Exposure to non-profit operations in prevention and intervention
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Perform 1:1 and Group Counseling
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Receive 1:1 Supervision and Collaborative Clinical Support through our multi-disciplinary team model.
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Opportunities to receive trainings include, but are not limited t,o (Anger Management, Nurturing Parenting, TF-CBT, etc).
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Both internship programs provide:
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Multidisciplinary team support
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Engagement in community outreach activities
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Insight into integrated approaches to mental health and substance use treatment
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Graduate level only: Clinical engagement, support, and experience.
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Qualifications:
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Strong interest in mental health and community service
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Commitment to learning and professional growth
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Graduate level only: Pursuing a degree in clinical mental health
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To apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following to cbaylis@nicholscenter.org:
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Resume/CV
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Cover letter detailing your interest in Nichols Center
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For high school applicants: Project proposal outline
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For undergraduate & graduate level applicants: Current transcript
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For graduate-level applicants: University supervision and internship requirements
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Application Deadline: At least 2 months before the required internship begins. However, we do, on a case-by-case basis, have interns start immediately if their schedule is available.
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Nichols Center values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.
SEEDLING INTERNSHIP
Seedling Internship is our high school & undergraduate-level internship for rising Seniors. Each senior is required to submit a project outline for approval. Projects are evaluated based on their focus for mental health, wellness, recovery, and holistic healing. Interns are to complete 30 hours of community service to families of the center and a project review led by center staff. Interns are awarded a certificate, medal, and reference letter for their service. Our undergraduate-level interns will also participate in leading non-clinical-focused support groups and must present a current transcript before or during their interview process.
Previous Interns
Douglas County High
Caela Rascoe
Caela was a very first Seedling Intern. Her project focused on helping to build our High School Internship program. She created an orientation packet and program outline for future interns at Nichols Center.
Lithia Springs High
Kaylen Emmerson
Kaylen focused on health and wellness as she prepared for her future in the Medical field. She studied pre-med and interned in our Youth Development program, donating her time to be as involved as possible with our youth at the center and in the community.
Lithia Springs High
Jordan Arfanakis
Jordan was an undergraduate-level intern with us in the of summer of 2024, holding a Bachelor of Science degree with a minor in Psychology, when she interned with us. She was also a Stamps President’s Scholar at Georgia Tech, with minors in public policy and mental health. She is a Douglasville native who is passionate about mental health advocacy and hopes to be a powerful voice in government for those suffering from mental illness.
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Alexander High School
Gillian Peavy & Alex Smith
Alex & Gillian interned together over the spring and summer of 2024. They completed over 50 hours individually as they prepared for graduation and their future careers. Alex is attending Jackson State University to study criminal justice and forensics while Gilliam is pursuing a career as an Vet tech.
GIVING TREE INTERNSHIP
The Nichols Center offers Graduate-Level Counseling Interns the opportunity to experience an integrated wellness model that blends clinical therapeutic work with community-based experiences. Our graduate-level interns receive one-on-one clinical support and group coaching through our multidisciplinary team model. Our programs bridge the gap for members of the mental health and recovery community, giving interns tangible experience in a variety of counseling modalities. Interns receive support while offering group counseling and shadowing individual therapy, as well as participating in a non-profit community experience focused on prevention and intervention. Our graduate-level interns will also participate in leading one-on-one and group therapy sessions for clients at the center. They must present a current transcript before or during the interview process.
Previous Interns
Christian Baylis
Richmont Graduate University
Christian was a clinical mental health graduate-level intern with us, donating her time to serve the youth of Douglas County, GA, Escambia County, FL, and other areas nationwide. She has served children & youth by mentoring, working in the school system, and running a local mentoring-focused non-profit for over 7 years in Douglas County & other cities. She has the heart to help people live as their best selves holistically and to provide support as they navigate life's challenges. Post-graduation, Christian has remained part of our team as a Pre-licensed Therapist, Content Creator, and Intern Recruitment
Adeola Idumu
Liberty University
Adeola was a clinical mental health graduate-level intern with us, donating her time to serve the local church, individuals, and couples of Douglas County and other areas nationwide. She has served children & youth in her local church alongside her husband and has counseled individuals and, over time, couples in Douglas County & surrounding areas. She has a heart for seeing people heal and become whole holistically, and for providing support as they navigate life's challenges. Post-graduation, Adeola has remained part of our team as a Pre-licensed Therapist and Contractor.