Internships & Supervision
Practical experience and support on the path to behavioral health careers
Internships and supervised practice are a key part of many behavioral health careers. The Behavioral Health Consortium helps connect students, interns, supervisors, and placement sites across the Columbia Gorge.
Our role is to support coordination, access, and shared understanding—so internships and supervision are easier to navigate for everyone involved.
For Students and Interns
If you are pursuing a degree or certification in a behavioral health field, internships can help you gain real‑world experience and build confidence.
Through the Consortium, students and interns may be able to:
learn about internship opportunities in the region
connect with placement sites and supervisors
understand the general steps involved in internship and supervision
explore financial or support resources when available
Internships allow you to:
apply what you are learning in school
build practical skills
explore different work settings
strengthen your professional network
Internship Opportunities in the Columbia Gorge
Several organizations in the Columbia Gorge regularly support behavioral health internships. Information about current or typical internship opportunities is available for the following organizations:
Mid-Columbia Center for Living - Internship Opportunities
One Community Health - Internship Opportunities
The Next Door - Internship Opportunities
(Availability and requirements may vary by site and over time.)
For Supervisors and Internship Sites
Supervisors and organizations play a vital role in preparing the next generation of behavioral health professionals.
The Consortium works to:
support shared expectations around internships and supervision
help connect supervisors and sites with students and interns
strengthen local education‑to‑practice pathways
Participation is flexible and varies by organization, capacity, and role.
About Clinical Supervision
Clinical supervision is required for many behavioral health roles, certifications and licenses. It helps ensure safe, ethical, and effective practice while supporting professional growth.
In the Columbia Gorge, supervision may include:
individual or group supervision
supervision connected to internships or post‑degree practice
support for associates working toward licensure
supervision for certifications
The Consortium’s role is to help connect and share information, not to regulate or provide licensure decisions.
Planning Ahead
Internships and supervision opportunities often depend on timing, school requirements, and site capacity. Exploring options early can help you plan your next steps.
You may also want to:
visit Education & Career Pathways to learn more about roles and requirements
check back for updates as pathways continue to develop
Questions or Interest
If you have questions about internships or supervision in the region, or want to express interest in future opportunities, please reach out through the Contact page.
Internships look different for everyone.
Some are unpaid, some are paid. Some require supervision arrangements in advance. Our goal is to help make options clearer and easier to navigate.