Summer Intern Req #22586 Summer Special Education Intern Paid Internship
\| W. Springfield, MA Full-Time Monday-Friday \| 7:30am - 4pm Support.
Empower. Prepare. Make a meaningful impact while gaining hands-on
experience in a highly structured, ABA-focused educational environment.
As a summer intern, you will support children and adolescents with
autism and developmental disabilities, helping them build academic,
behavioral, and daily living skills. This role is ideal for students
pursuing careers in special education, psychology, behavior analysis,
occupational therapy, speech therapy, or related human service fields.
This is a high-support setting serving students with significant
behavioral, emotional, and cognitive needs. Staff and interns are active
participants in maintaining safety and structure throughout the day.
Your Impact Behavioral and Academic Support - Work 1:1 or 2:1 with
students to develop academic, vocational, and daily living skills. ABA
Techniques in Action - Implement individualized behavior plans and learn
the science behind ABA strategies. Data Collection & Analysis - Track
student progress through data collection and evaluation. Collaboration
with Experts - Work alongside BCBAs, special education teachers, and
therapists (speech, occupational, and physical). Career Exploration -
Gain exposure to different career paths within education, behavior
analysis, and therapy. Interns must be prepared to: Support students
during behavioral escalations Participate in Safety Care physical
management techniques when necessary (training provided) Remain calm and
professional in high-stress situations Be physically active throughout
the day (standing, walking, assisting students) Work as part of a team
to ensure student and staff safety What You Bring: Currently enrolled in
a bachelor\'s or master\'s program in a related field Full-time
availability (Monday-Friday, 7:30am - 4pm) Valid U.S. driver\'s license
Professionalism, reliability, and a willingness to learn Comfort working
in a fast-paced, high-needs educational setting What We Provide \$18 per
hour for a full-time, 40-hour workweek CPR, First Aid, Safety Care
certification, and ABA training Mentorship from experienced special
education and behavior professionals Exposure to interdisciplinary
collaboration with speech, OT, and PT teams Real-world experience that
prepares you for careers in education, ABA, and behavioral health
Kickstart your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives
of students and families.
