Part of Thriving Asians’ Youth Mental Health Leadership Programs, the Internship Program trains exceptional students to be mental health leaders, and contribute to development projects uplifting Asian mental health with a national/global reach.

The Internship Program emphasizes professional development - providing opportunities for students to apply lessons learned from school into practice, and gain professional experience & skills aligned with their goals.

Interns contribute to development projects that broadly serve AANHPI and global diaspora communities. Projects range according to organization/community needs and student strengths/interests, inclusive of:

• Community education & advocacy

• Stakeholder outreach & engagement

• Resource development

• Media creation

• Community-based research

• Social entrepreneurship

• Organizational development

Throughout the program, Interns receive training and mentorship to develop core skills for mental health leadership, and gain insight to interdisciplinary education/career paths in mental health and related fields. Learn more about Training & Mentorship.