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School Counseling Interns: What Parents Should Know
School Counseling Interns: What Parents Should Know
Your child may have the opportunity to work with a school counseling intern during the school year. A school counseling intern is a graduate student who is completing supervised training and gaining hands-on experience in a school setting. Interns work closely with a certified school counselor and other school staff to support students and learn about the role of a professional school counselor.
Depending on your child’s needs and the activities taking place at school, an intern may meet with students individually or in small groups, help with academic and career planning, assist with classroom lessons, or provide support with social and emotional skills. Interns may also participate in school-wide activities and collaborate with teachers, families, and other professionals.
Interns are supervised throughout their experience. They are not replacing the school counselor. Instead, they work under the guidance of a certified school counselor who provides support, supervision, and direction.
The goal of an internship is to provide students with additional support while giving future school counselors meaningful experience working with children and families. Interns are expected to maintain professionalism, respect student privacy, and follow the school’s policies and procedures.
If your child is working with a school counseling intern, you can expect the experience to be focused on your child’s well-being, growth, and success at school.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my child’s information kept private?
Is my child’s information kept private?
School counseling interns are expected to follow the same professional and school policies regarding student privacy and confidentiality as other members of the school counseling team. There are some situations where information may need to be shared to help keep a student or others safe, or when required by law or school policy.
How will I know if my child is working with an intern?
How will I know if my child is working with an intern?
The school will follow its established procedures for informing parents or guardians when parent notification or permission is required. If you have questions about your child’s participation, you are encouraged to contact the school counselor.
Can I ask questions about the internship?
Can I ask questions about the internship?
Absolutely. Parents and guardians are welcome to ask questions about the role of the intern, the types of activities they may participate in, and how the intern is supervised. Open communication between families, school counselors, and interns helps create a positive experience for everyone.
What is the benefit to my child?
What is the benefit to my child?
Working with a counseling intern can provide students with another caring adult who can listen, encourage, and help them develop skills for success. Interns bring current training and new perspectives while gaining valuable experience under professional supervision.
Our goal is to ensure that every student feels supported, understood, and connected at school. School counseling interns are one way we can provide that support while helping prepare the next generation of school counselors.
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