Internship Opportunities

This unique, Deaf-accessible internship program offers learning experiences within a clinical research setting. It provides interns with an opportunity to apply academic knowledge, gain valuable skills, and make meaningful contributions to the field of Deaf mental health. The internship can be tailored to meet your individualized training goals and scheduling needs. Our research team and internship program are fully remote/virtual, offering additional flexibility for interns from across the U.S.

Current Interns

Carmelita Yalcin

Carmelita Yalcin is a psychology major with a minor in public health, going into her senior year at Gallaudet University. She has a strong passion for mental, behavioral, and health psychology, especially in the areas of health equity, accessibility, and health communication. She is an advocate for better well-being in diverse Deaf communities that truly deserves it. With previous research experience and certification in related areas, she is ready to contribute her skills and knowledge to meaningful projects.

Past Interns

Abby Granrath

College: College of the Holy Cross.

Majors/Minors: Psychology, and Deaf Studies. 

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Courtnina Hocog

Aarya Rumde

College: College of the Holy Cross.

Majors/Minors:
Biology, and Deaf Studies.