Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Harness your passion for public health through a hands-on experience with SAMHSA.
An agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, SAMHSA, leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities. Offered as a 10-week summer or 15-week fall or spring program, this internship is your opportunity to gain professional experience and chart your career path.
The SAMHSA Internship Program is specifically designed to equip college students and recent graduates from populations typically underrepresented in the public health field. Women, Veterans, LBTQ+, First-generation students, persons with disabilities, Asians and Pacific Islanders, and students of Hispanic Serving Institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and Tribal Colleges and Universities, are encouraged to apply.
You’ll intern full-time, five days per week at SAMHSA in Rockville, Maryland. You’ll discover how you can reduce the community impact of mental illness and abuse through a variety of fields.
Eligibility
- Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program (AA/AS, BA/BS, Masters, JD, MD, or Ph.D.) OR be a recent graduate within 18 months of graduation.
- Preferred majors include public health, public administration, public policy, behavioral and social sciences, I.T., business admin, and more.
Compensation
- $5,000-$8,100 stipend, depending on length of semester
- Roundtrip travel to and from the internship site city for interns who are selected for on-site or hybrid positions.
- Fully furnished housing near the internship site is provided by TWC for interns who are selected for on-site or hybrid positions.
Benefits
A meaningful, hands-on experience with an agency dedicated to reducing the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities.