Federal Psychology Practicum for Doctoral Students — Maryland

National Security Agency/Central Security Service; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 71,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

National Security Agency/Central Security Service in Maryland invites doctoral-level psychology students to apply for a 9-12 month practicum with the Employee Assistance Services (EAS). The program provides diverse clinical experiences within the federal government’s Intelligence Community, with supervision and structured weekly activities.

Placements are designed for three doctoral students, requiring 16-20 hours per week and supervision by licensed psychologists.

Qualifications

• Must be within the third year or higher of an APA-accredited counseling or clinical psychology doctoral degree program.
• This position is open under the 'Student' hiring path.

Responsibilities

• Individual therapy: 7-8 hours per week with weekly sessions and ten-session limit.
• Group therapy: participation in co-facilitation of group therapy.
• Supervision: 1–2 hours per week with licensed supervisors.
• Intake evaluation: conduct intake evaluations with supervision.
• Clinical meetings: participate in weekly clinical staff meetings and case presentations.
• Workplace consultations/outreach: engage in at least one outreach activity.
• Seminar: attend weekly topics and clinical application seminar.

Education

APA-accredited counseling or clinical psychology doctoral degree program

Job description

National Security Agency/Central Security Service in Maryland invites doctoral-level psychology students to apply for a 9-12 month practicum with the Employee Assistance Services (EAS). The program provides diverse clinical experiences within the federal government’s Intelligence Community, with supervision and structured weekly activities.

Placements are designed for three doctoral students, requiring 16-20 hours per week and supervision by licensed psychologists.