Unpaid Intern Master Level

Suncoast Center, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance and disability

Paid time off and company paid holidays

Professional development options

403b with up to 5% company match

Monthly Social Committee Events

Job summary

Suncoast Center, Inc. in Clearwater, Florida is offering an unpaid internship for Master's level Clinical Social Services students. This internship provides an opportunity for hands-on experience under Licensed Therapists for a duration of one year, requiring a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week. Candidates must complete background screenings, provide current transcripts, and follow internship guidelines from their college. Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, professional development options, and a 403b plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Master's program for Social Services or related field.
• Must have acceptable GPA level.
• Ability to commit to a 1-year internship.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of Licensed Therapists.
• Complete a minimum of 20 hours per week over 3-5 days.
• Participate in required background screenings and checks.

Job description

Suncoast Center provides community mental health services since 1944. We have provided emotional wellness, trauma services, and child advocacy to individuals and families.

ONLY ONE OPENING AVAILABLE FOR THE REMAINING 2026 YEAR AT OUR CENTRAL AVE LOCATION

UNPAID INTERNSHIP FOR MASTERS LEVEL SOCIAL SERVICES CLINICAL STUDENT

This internship will include hands-on experience working under the direction of Licensed Therapists, over the two-semester period.

Dates of Internship: June 2026 and committing for a 1 year is required commitment.

Hours: A minimum of 20 hours per week required over 3-5 days per week, between the hours of 8am to 7pm Monday through Thursday and 8am to 5pm on Fridays.

Requirements prior to starting

• All background screenings (drug screening within 24 hours of acceptance, local/level II Federal, MVR, and employment verifications)
• Copy of current transcripts with acceptable GPA level
• Signed agreement with college
• Intern program guidelines from college for student
• Copy of all signed documents between school/student and Suncoast Center
• Schedule for onsite internship days/hours meeting 20 hours per week for the year

Please note the following: Drug Screening, Background Check and DCF Fingerprinting will be required. The cost will be paid by Suncoast Center.

To remain in compliance with Florida Statute 409.91256 and the TEACH program, we encourage interns to complete a survey of your experience with Suncoast Center.

Suncoast Center is a Fragrance-Free Environment.

Suncoast Center, Inc is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use.

EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 0 copy for Teledoc Appointments
• EAP Supports
• Company Paid Basic Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long term Disability
• Options to secure additional Life/AD&D as well as short term disability

Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off + 10 company paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Professional development options through our Learning Management System and live trainings

Other Perks

• 403b with up to a 5% company match
• Monthly Social Committee Events

All positions require a screening through the Clearinghouse. This site was implemented under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025). https://info.flclearinghouse.com/