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What are some good internship opportunities for a psychology major that will also allow for time to study as well as working?

I am and 18 year old student who will be attending college next year. I am playing volleyball and hoping to be able to make time to work at an internship and spend plenty of time studying in between!

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Anna’s Answer

That’s great that you’re already thinking about balancing experience, studies, and athletics! For psychology majors, research assistant positions are a great option—you can often work flexible hours helping professors with studies in areas like developmental, social, or clinical psychology. Many campuses also offer peer mentoring or tutoring programs where you can build relevant skills and make a positive impact.

You might also look into internships with local counseling centers, schools, or nonprofits that support youth or mental health services. Some organizations offer part-time or project-based opportunities that can fit a busy student-athlete schedule. Don’t forget to check with your school’s career services office—they often have listings for internships that are designed with students’ academic commitments in mind.

Since you’ll be playing volleyball, it’s important to communicate your availability clearly when applying so you can find opportunities that align with your schedule. And even if you can’t fit an internship every semester, things like volunteering or summer programs can also provide valuable experience without overwhelming your workload.
Thank you comment icon I appreciate this, thank you for the advice. sophia
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Jeremy’s Answer

Hi Jordyn. It's awesome that you're thinking about internships early! Most psychology internships are for graduate students, not undergrads. If you want to get more into psychology as an undergrad, you can get involved with the campus wellness center, join research labs, participate in studies, and talk to psychology professors about careers. If you're looking for paid work, you can try summer camp counseling, peer mentoring, or tutoring to gain experience both on and off campus. Many social science students start with HR internships if you're interested in moving into corporate or non-profit work. Balancing classes, being a student-athlete, and joining other groups will ultimately improve your time management skills too.
Thank you comment icon Thank you so much, Jeremy! sophia
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