Youth Mental Health Academy
Become an
Internship Host
Help shape the next generation of mental health leaders. Host YMHA interns at your organization.
Your Partnership Matters
The Youth Mental Health Academy (YMHA) is designed to cultivate the next generation of diverse mental health professionals — and we can’t do it without partners like you. We’re seeking organizations to host interns for approximately 100 hours between the months of July and August.
By hosting YMHA interns, you’re providing meaningful learning experiences while helping to build a more inclusive and culturally responsive mental health workforce.
Internship Details
In person, remote, or hybrid
Mid-June to mid-August*
*Work schedule set by your organization
16–20 hours/week for five weeks (80–100 hours total)
YMHA interns are high school and early college students ages 16 to 19 across California, including the Bay Area, Kern, Los Angeles, Sacramento, and San Diego
YMHA pays interns a stipend of up to $2,000
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Ready to Get Started?
Please complete this interest form if you’d like to host YMHA interns at you organization.
Questions?
Our team is here to help. Send us a message or contact us at [email protected].
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