Position Type: Certified Special Education/School Psychology Intern
Date Posted: 10/15/2025
Location: BCIU Administration Main Office
Additional Information: Show/Hide Position available for the 2026-2027School Year
Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!
Summary of position: While receiving direct, on-site supervision from experienced practitioners, School Psychologist Interns will be provided with the opportunity to gain culturally diverse clinical experience within traditional public school settings. Additionally, School Psychologist Interns will provide services and support to students across uniquely specialized Berks County Intermediate Unit educational programs and classrooms, including early intervention, deaf/hard of hearing, alternative education, vocational training, and transition programming.Training experiences and responsibilities will be aligned to individual university site requirements, as well as NASP’s domains of practice and competency, resulting in a 1,200- hour clinical internship that prepares practitioners for a career in school psychology.
Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional training):
Provide comprehensive evaluations in the identification and development of educational services for students.
Conduct reevaluations of students as per standards and regulations.
Select and administer a range of psycho-educational assessments, curriculum-based assessments, and functional behavioral assessments for the educational planning and development of appropriate individualized educational programs.
Present and discuss evaluation findings with parents and team members.
Conduct student and classroom observations.
Participate in the development and implementation of Individual Educational Programs and Positive Behavior Support Plans as assigned.
Provide instructional and behavioral consultation.
Conduct counseling and behavior management sessions in specific situations on individual and/or group processes.
Participate in staff meetings.
Recommend and utilize community resources in the facilitation of services for students.
Actively participate as a committee member in designated program committees to develop and maintain current and progressive trends in special education and school psychology.
Coordinate services with other disciplines.
Actively participate in weekly clinical supervision sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Enrolled in an accredited school psychology graduate program and working towards Pennsylvania state certification and/or Nationally Certified School Psychologist credential.
Experience working with students with disabilities and youth considered at-risk.
Ability to travel within the workday to a variety of school settings and environments.
Strong verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and to meet deadlines.
Ability to multi-task and take initiative.
Ability to take direction from supervisors and accept feedback.
The holder of this position could be required as part of his or her duties to engage in activities that can be charged to a Medical Assistance (MA) or other state or federal healthcare program. Clearance as a provider by both the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the federal government is therefore an essential qualification for this position.
Term of Internship:
Stipend and work schedule established by the Intermediate Unit Board of Directors in collaboration with the college/university.
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