About the role#
Montgomery County Public Schools is hiring a School Psychologist Intern for the 2027-2028 school year. You will work under the direction of a certified school psychologist and your university supervisor. This is a full-time, paid internship.
What you'll do#
You will respond to requests for psychological services and provide interventions to support students. Your work focuses on developing academic, social, emotional, and life skills. You will collaborate with families, school administrators, and educators to build supportive learning environments.
Key responsibilities include:
- Participating in problem-solving teams such as IEP, Section 504, and Educational Management teams.
- Conducting psychological assessments for educational purposes.
- Developing functional behavior assessments.
- Delivering instructional and behavioral interventions.
- Providing psychological counseling and preventive services.
- Consulting with educators and families, including referrals to community resources.
- Delivering parent and staff training.
- Attending professional development sessions.
What you'll need#
Applicants must submit the following materials:
- Letter of interest.
- Resume.
- Three letters of reference on official letterhead.
- Undergraduate and graduate transcripts.
- A writing sample consisting of one draft deidentified psychological report without supervisor editing.
Location & details#
This position is located in Maryland. The internship is an on-site, full-time role. Applications are accepted from November 1, 2026, through December 1, 2026. All materials must be received by midnight EST on December 1, 2026, to be considered for an interview.
About Montgomery County Public Schools
Montgomery County Public Schools operates as the largest school district in Maryland. Based in Rockville, the district manages 209 schools. It serves a student population of more than 160,000. The organization employs over 10,000 staff members to support its primary and secondary education programs.
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