15 Remote Psychology Internships for Undergraduates
- Stephen Turban
- Oct 13, 2025
- 10 min read
Gaining practical experience is crucial while pursuing a psychology degree, and internships can be a great way to get started if you’re a high schooler. Internships in the field can offer opportunities to develop professional skills, gain industry insights, and build valuable connections. These experiences not only solidify your understanding of psychological principles but also boost your resume, setting you apart in a competitive job market. You may also get to learn from mental health professionals and researchers in the process.
As the landscape of work evolves, many students are seeking the flexibility and accessibility that remote opportunities provide. Exploring remote psychology internships can open doors to diverse learning experiences without geographical limitations.
So, in this blog, we have curated a list of the 15 remote psychology internships for undergraduates. We have focused on programs that offer prestige, a rigorous level of professional experience, and ample opportunities to network with established professionals in the field.
If you are looking for more prestigious internships, check out this set of blogs!
15 Remote Psychology Internships for Undergraduates
Location: Remote
Cost: Varies based on program format; financial aid available
Acceptance rate/cohort size: 25%; each company accepts about 2–3 students per cohort; upcoming summer cohort ~100 students
Dates: Multiple cohorts throughout the year
Application Deadline: November 16 for Winter cohort; other cohorts have rolling deadlines
Eligibility: High school students, undergraduates, and gap year students who can work 10–20 hours/week for 8–12 weeks
The Ladder Internship program is a virtual opportunity for high schoolers looking to work with startups. You can indicate your preference for an opportunity in the mental health field. Ladder’s start-ups are high-growth companies, often having raised substantial funding, with founders from top accelerators like YCombinator and companies like Microsoft, Google, and Facebook. During the internship, you will be paired with one high-growth organization, work on a real-world project, and present your work at the end. The internship lasts eight weeks and follows a coaching-plus-work model. You will have access to the guidance of startup manager and a Ladder Coach, who will act as a second mentor and help you explore the startup environment.
Location: Virtual
Stipend: Paid and unpaid (for academic credit) internships available
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: Year-round (spring, summer, fall, winter)
Application Deadline: Varies by opportunity
Eligibility: Students enrolled at least part-time in an academic institution; applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in a state where APA is a registered employer, and if under 18, students must submit a D.C. Work Permit. Internships are not accessible to students in specific U.S. regions.
As an intern at the American Psychological Association, you will have the opportunity to learn and practice psychological skills to benefit society. You can find a position to fit your interests within various departments, including policy, research, communications, operations, publishing, and education. You will report to a supervisor while engaging in daily tasks, where you will apply theoretical knowledge to practice and develop an understanding of a professional workplace. This program will allow you to develop workplace knowledge and skills, build an understanding of non-traditional career paths in psychology, and establish a professional network. You may also attend workshops, discussions, and other programming to connect with APA staff and other young professionals.
Location: Virtual
Stipend: $1,250/month
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not listed
Dates: Fall: September – December | Spring: January – April | Summer: June – August
Application Deadline: Fall: July 9 | Spring: TBA (applications open October/November) | Summer: TBA
Eligibility: Current undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates
In the Active Minds Internship Program, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a leading mental health organization while developing professional skills. You will gain hands-on experience in the nonprofit sector by working directly on key initiatives, projects, and assisting staff with various administrative tasks. The program is designed to provide you with substantive work that contributes to changing the culture around mental health. You will be expected to commit to 20 hours per week and follow a consistent schedule. This remote internship allows you to support a mission-driven organization that impacts students nationwide.
Location: Remote or in-person at UC Berkeley’s Berkeley Early Learning Lab, Berkeley, CA
Stipend: Unpaid
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not listed
Dates: June 2 – July 25
Application Deadline: February
Eligibility: Undergraduate students who have completed developmental and cognitive psychology coursework, have basic computer skills, and some experience working with children
As a Berkeley Early Learning Lab intern, you will engage in research on cognitive and language development, exploring areas like language acquisition, social cognition, and probabilistic learning. You will work with a graduate or postdoctoral mentor, assist with studies on campus and at children’s museums, and engage in tasks like recruiting participants, running experiments, coding data, and coming up with study materials. You will also engage in weekly reading groups, attend lab meetings, and learn how to work with tools like R, LookIt, and Datavyu. The program offers mentorship and seminars on research careers, providing you with insights into child development research.
Location: Virtual
Cost/Stipend: No cost; stipend available up to $2,000 from the CCGMH Summer Scholars Fund
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Varies by year
Dates: Eight weeks starting in June
Application Deadline: January 31
Eligibility: Rising undergraduate seniors
Columbia-WHO Center for Global Mental Health offers virtual summer internships to undergraduates interested in exploring mental healthcare in a global context. Over eight weeks, you will engage in research through placement-based mental health projects. Along with research work, you will attend daily sessions and didactic, career, and professional development seminars. Mental health researchers and faculty will mentor you throughout the internship. You will also find opportunities to network with professionals in the healthcare research field.
Location: Virtual
Cost/Stipend: Free; unpaid; benefits include free use of equipment, weekly supervision, and retailer discounts
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: Starts in December; total commitment varies based on university requirements
Application Deadline: Rolling admission
Eligibility: Students in bachelor's or master's counseling programs required to complete fieldwork; open to students from any U.S.-accredited university, including international students
As a Momentum Counseling and Consulting intern, you will gain hands-on experience in a private group practice. You will work with diverse client populations and are encouraged to use the therapeutic modalities that align with your interests. The program provides extensive support, including a dedicated administrative team that handles all client referrals, marketing, and billing, allowing you to focus on your clinical development. You will receive free weekly supervision guided by principles of safety, trust, and collaboration, and will have access to a library of training resources. With complete freedom over your schedule, you can work remotely, in-person, or in a hybrid model, growing your caseload at your own pace.
Location: Virtual
Cost/Stipend: Not specified
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: Varies
Application Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Open to undergraduates
The American Academy of Mental Health offers remote internship opportunities in a variety of fields, including social work, web design, social media, marketing, and legal services. To get started, you will take a 20-minute course to learn more about the internship roles and read through the terms. Following the course, you will fill out the internship application. Once you are placed as an intern, you will contribute to tasks relevant to the assigned department. This opportunity allows you to gain practical experience in your area of interest from a remote setting and contribute to meaningful work.
Location: Virtual
Cost/Stipend: None
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: Six weeks
Application Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: BA psychology students in their second year or higher
In this internship, you will explore an eclectic approach to psychotherapy, gaining a practical understanding of cognitive, behavioural, humanistic, and psychodynamic methods. You will explore how to integrate these approaches and use techniques from Hypnosis, NLP, and Mindfulness in a holistic framework. Your activities will include watching weekly videos, participating in Q&A sessions and case discussions, and creating social media content based on your learnings. This opportunity offers access to mentorship, allowing you to ask questions directly to the founder of Cognitive Hypnotic Psychotherapy. While you will not work directly with clients, you will gain insights and complete a final presentation, receiving two certificates upon completion.
Location: Virtual
Cost/Stipend: Not listed
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Limited to 30 students per cohort
Dates: October 6 – 31 (October Cohort) | November 5 – 26 (November Cohort)
Application Deadline: September 22 (October Cohort) | October 31 (November Cohort)
Eligibility: Students who live in California or attend school in California; enrolled in junior or senior year of an undergraduate program or recent graduates within 24 months of graduation; students from diverse, marginalized, or underserved communities are encouraged to apply
This undergraduate internship offers you an opportunity to gain experience for graduate school and develop essential skills in the mental health field. You will assist Sentio University staff in testing new experiential educational methods for undergraduates, providing a hands-on role in shaping future learning. Throughout the program, you will attend training and supervision sessions, where you will learn and practice clinical and psychotherapy skills, including empirically-based methods of Deliberate Practice, through engagement with mock client statements. You will collaborate with a partner to complete a Capstone Project, allowing you to apply your learned skills, and conclude your experience by submitting a Reflection Essay and Feedback Form. This remote/online internship also provides you with insights into careers in mental health and opportunities to work alongside mental health professionals.
Location: Virtual
Cost/Stipend: None
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: Not specified; typical commitment of 200 hours
Application Deadline: To be announced
Eligibility: Anyone who is at least 18
This program offers an opportunity to become a volunteer Crisis Counselor with Crisis Text Line, supporting individuals in crisis across the United States, Canada, the U.K., and Ireland. The role involves communicating with people in need via text message and providing essential support in critical moments. First, you will undergo a two-week/15-hour training that will help you learn about the techniques for managing emotions, navigating difficult behaviors, and promoting positive practices that contribute to well-being. Then, you will commit to 200 hours of work, communicating with people in crisis. This volunteer position allows you to contribute directly to community well-being by offering a key service to those experiencing difficult situations.
Location: Remote + your own university campus or any U.S./Canada-based degree-granting institution with a supervising faculty member
Stipend: $4,000
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: 9 weeks
Application Deadline: March 1
Eligibility: Undergraduate students at accredited institutions in the U.S. or Canada
APA’s SUPER fellowship offers psychology undergraduates the opportunity to engage in mentored research without traveling or opting for a residential program. You will begin by securing a faculty member’s mentorship close to home and then spend nine weeks working remotely or in their lab on a psychology research project. You will network with peers, researchers, and APA staff through a series of virtual summer meetings. APA also offers career development webinars and opportunities to present your research.
Location: Flexible or remote options available
Stipend: $31.39/hour + equity and benefits
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: 12-week internships; specific start and end dates not specified
Application Deadline: TBA
Eligibility: Full-time students at accredited colleges pursuing a degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
This 12-week internship within ServiceNow's Global People organization allows you to take on an AI-enabled support role across various initiatives. You will also have the chance to apply your Industrial/Organizational Psychology knowledge in real-world scenarios, developing skills for a future career in HR. This opportunity will allow you to explore different functions like HR Shared Services, People Insights, Talent Acquisition & Management, or Total Rewards, gaining practical experience in key HR areas. You will participate in executive speaker series, career development workshops, and team-building activities, enhancing your professional growth and networking skills. This role is designed to provide you with hands-on experience and skills in integrating AI into work processes and decision-making within a technology company.
Location: Hybrid; virtual + in-person at Dow Jones, New York, NY
Stipend: $25/hour
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: June 8 – August 14
Application Deadline: November 14
Eligibility: Students who have completed at least two years toward a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Education, Finance, or a related field; must be rising juniors or seniors in an undergraduate program
As a Summer People Team Intern at Dow Jones, you will immerse yourself in a global HR unit, gaining invaluable hands-on experience through a rotational and project-based structure. You will contribute to key initiatives across diverse areas such as Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Learning & Development, and People Operations, directly impacting employee experience and organizational performance. This hybrid role in New York City offers unique opportunities to support recruiting processes, performance management, Workday optimization, and compensation reviews. You will collaborate with cross-functional HR teams, conduct research, create presentations, and gain exposure to HR technologies like Workday and ServiceNow, enhancing your professional skills. This internship provides a comprehensive overview of how a People Team drives strategic business goals within a leading global news and business information provider.
Location: Hybrid—Remote and in-person in South Portland, ME
Stipend: $17.00/hour
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: June 2 – August 8
Application Deadline: TBA
Eligibility: Students who are full-time residents of Maine or enrolled in Maine colleges/universities
This 10-week hybrid internship at Spurwink Services allows you to explore the administrative side of behavioral health care. You will work four days a week—two onsite in the Greater Portland area and two remotely—supporting the company’s Outpatient and Community Services team. A central component of the internship is a DEI&B-focused capstone project, along with weekly reflection sessions and supervision meetings. The experience is designed for students interested in the systems and processes behind mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services.
Location: Virtual
Cost/Stipend: None
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: Year-round opportunities
Application Deadline: To be announced
Eligibility: Students 18+ currently enrolled in or recently graduated from U.S.-based colleges/universities; must be authorized to work in the U.S. or have a valid ITIN; international students with approved CPT, OPT, or similar authorization may apply; undocumented students can participate if they hold a valid SSN, ITIN, or EIN for payment
Micro-internships can help you gain valuable professional experience through short-term, paid opportunities to explore various companies. These projects are typically remote and designed to fit your schedule, allowing you to demonstrate your skills and explore different career paths. By joining the Parker Dewey platform, you will discover a diverse range of opportunities posted year-round, connecting you with organizations from emerging startups to Fortune 100 corporations. You will receive access to tutorials, tips on landing projects, and resources to help you succeed in these roles. This program focuses on providing equitable access to paid professional opportunities, ensuring you receive compensation for your real-world contributions.
One other option—the Lumiere Research Scholar Program
If you’re interested in pursuing independent research, consider applying to one of the Lumiere Research Scholar Programs, selective online high school programs for students founded with researchers at Harvard and Oxford. Last year, we had over 4,000 students apply for 500 spots in the program! You can find the application form here.
Also check out the Lumiere Research Inclusion Foundation, a non-profit research program for talented, low-income students. Last year, we had 150 students on full need-based financial aid!
Stephen is one of the founders of Lumiere and a Harvard College graduate. He founded Lumiere as a PhD student at Harvard Business School. Lumiere is a selective research program where students work 1-1 with a research mentor to develop an independent research paper.
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