Includ(Ed) Summer Internship Opportunity
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Job Location:
San Diego, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summer Internship Opportunity at Includ(Ed)
Gain Hands-On Experience in OT PT Speech Music Therapy Early Childhood Education and Special Education
Location: Includ(Ed) One of our two locations: Pacific Beach OR Point Loma San Diego
Dates: June 8 2026 August 28th 2026 (flexible depending on school schedules)
Hours: MondayFriday 9am-3pm (Commitment of minimum of 15 hours a week- partial days full days 2 days 3 days 5 days available- we work with your school schedule!)
Compensation: This is an unpaid internship
About Includ(Ed)
Includ(Ed) is a non-profit early intervention-focused full-time preschool that provides high-quality inclusive education for children with and without disabilities. Our mission is to increase access to quality early childhood education and childcare by fostering an inclusive relationship-centered and play-based learning environment.
Internship Overview
This summer internship offers a unique opportunity for college students or pre-professionals pursuing careers in Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Speech Therapy Music Therapy Early Childhood Education or Special Education. Interns will gain hands-on experience working with children aged 010 support classroom activities and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of educators and therapists.
Youll be paired with a mentor from your field of interest offering personalized guidance professional insights and opportunities to shadow therapy sessions and classroom interventions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support teachers and therapists in implementing inclusive play-based learning activities.
- Assist with individual and small-group interventions including speech OT and music therapy sessions.
- Engage children in developmentally appropriate play and learning experiences.
- Help create and organize classroom materials and visual supports.
- Participate in staff meetings and contribute to discussions around child development and inclusion practices.
- Collaborate with therapists and educators to observe and learn therapeutic techniques and teaching strategies.
- Support children with and without disabilities in accessing the preschool day.
Qualifications:
- Current college student or pre-professional interested in pursuing a degree in OT Speech Therapy Music Therapy Education Special Education Child Development or related fields.
- Passion for inclusive education and working with young children.
- Reliable flexible and eager to learn.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Experience with children is a plus but not required.
What Youll Gain:
- Hands-on experience in an inclusive preschool setting.
- One-on-one mentorship from field experts.
- Practical exposure to early intervention strategies.
- Opportunities to build your professional network.
- A valuable resume-building experience with a letter of recommendation available upon successful completion.
How to Apply:
To apply please send your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your field of interest and availability to Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a final deadline of April 06 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Dont miss this opportunity to grow your skills make a difference and gain valuable experience in the field of early intervention and inclusive education!
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
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