With aging populations, rising mental health needs, and complex public health issues, the need for an adaptable workforce with practical experience is essential. The College of Health Sciences is preparing skilled professionals to tackle these issues through classroom education and hands-on training, such as internships. Thanks to the support of generous donors, the College of Health Sciences is excited to provide financial support for student internships, ensuring that every student has access to real-world, applied learning. When students connect classroom knowledge with professional practice, they graduate ready to make a positive impact in Rhode Island and beyond.
Please note that all internships offered through the College of Health Sciences are limited to undergraduate and master’s students enrolled in programs in the College of Health Sciences.
Before you apply, please read this important information:
- Students selected for an internship will receive a $5000 stipend paid in two installments: one at the beginning of June and the other at the beginning of July, pending timely completion of onboarding requirements and paperwork.
- Stipends may be considered taxable income.
- International students may be required to complete additional steps and experience slightly longer processing timelines.
- Internships will run from May 18 to July 24, 2026.
- Students should expect to be engaged with their internship for 30-32 hours per week.
The deadline to apply is March 25, 2026. Please plan to submit an application, unofficial transcript, and a personal statement (500 words max) explaining your interest in the internship and how it relates to your professional and/or academic goals.
Eligible students may apply to any of the following internships:
The Gallogly-Burt Student Internship Fund
Students will participate in internships or experiential learning opportunities in the fields of mental health or social services, including but not limited to counseling, psychology, or community-based support.
Dr. Mark P. Babich Memorial Student Internship Fund
Students with a demonstrated interest in pursuing graduate studies in Psychology will participate in an internship or experiential learning opportunity in the Psychology department.
Dr. Jeffrey Ross and Jennifer Ross Internship Fund
Students who are pursuing advanced training in the healthcare field will participate in experiential learning with CHS partner organizations.
The Martin Henry Fund
Students with an interest in child health or health system improvement will participate in an internship or experiential learning opportunity.
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) Internship Fund
Students will participate in an internship with OLLI at URI.
Nancie Herbold Nutrition Department Fund
This opportunity is open to undergraduate Nutrition majors seeking a dietetic internship and master’s students in Nutrition programs. Students will participate in an internship or experiential learning opportunity.
FAQs
Do students need to find their own internships prior to applying?
No, students do not need to find their own internships prior to applying. In all but one case, all internships are pre-matched and determined, and the department or sponsoring unit will share this information with the student when they extend an offer. In the case where the internship is not pre-matched, the department will help the student find the internship.
Can students receive academic credit for the internship?
Students participating in the internship program may choose whether or not to receive academic credit. The following options are available:
- No Credit: Students may complete the internship without receiving academic credit. In this option, the internship will not appear on the student’s transcript.
- ITR 400 – Zero Credit Field Experience: Students may enroll in ITR 400 to receive transcript recognition for completing an internship experience, without earning academic credit. Students interested in the zero-credit field experience should email Alicia Vignali Henry to begin the enrollment process.
- Directed Study: Students can learn more about this credit-bearing option through the Summer Sessions Office, which can advise on the enrollment process and timeline. Students must have a faculty member agree to oversee a directed study section.
- ITR 302/304: Students who wish to earn academic credit for their internship may enroll in the ITR Internship program which includes: ITR 302 (internship field experience for 3-12 credits) and ITR 304 (asynchronous online professional development seminar for 3 credits). Students interested in the ITR Internship Program should email their Career Education Specialist to begin the enrollment process.
Can graduating seniors participate in an internship?
Students who will graduate in May are eligible to participate in the internships but are not eligible to pursue credit. Please note that if seniors want to pursue academic credit, they will need to change their graduation date to a term beyond May.