Psychology Careers and Internships
The psychology program faculty members strive to prepare students in the broad field of psychology, emphasizing critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Internships
All undergraduate psychology majors participate in an applied internship experience. These experiences help students develop essential professional skills, expand students’ professional networks, and promote career development. Applied experiences include internships such as conducting research with a faculty member, shadowing mental health rehabilitation specialists, co-facilitating support groups for grieving youth, shadowing intake assessment for early intervention services, and assisting with literary skills assessments and interventions in elementary, middle, and high schools.
Graduate School and Careers
Our graduates go on to pursue advanced education and careers in many different fields and industries.
Careers
| Company Name | Job Title | Location |
| Springfield Commonwealth Academy | Director of After School Activities | Springfield, Mass. |
| Farm Credit Financial Planners, Inc. | Business Analyst | Agawam, Mass. |
| Gotham Surgical and Brace | Associate Sales Representative | New York, N.Y. |
| LEAP School | PreK Teacher | Sudbury, Mass. |
| The May Institute | Special Education Instructor | West Springfield, Mass. |
| The Ring's Preschool | Preschool Teacher | Long Island, N.Y. |
| Big Rock Oyster | Manager | Harwich, Mass. |
Graduate School
| College/University Name | Field of Study |
| American International College | School Guidance Counseling |
| Bridgewater State University | Counselor Education |
| Florida Atlantic University | Counselor Education |
| Husson University | Clinical and Mental Health Counseling |
| Springfield College | Psychology |
