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Psychology and Social Media Intern

Dr. Laura B Therapy
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Are you thinking about becoming a psychologist and also want to make memes? This is a unique opportunity to work directly with Dr. Laura B Therapy—a NYC and Hawaii-based psychologist, course creator, and growing digital brand with an Instagram account that has grown from 0 to 16.5k followers in 10 months. This internship is ideal for students who want hands-on experience in clinical psychology, content creation, and brand building within the mental health space—and for those seeking 1-on-1 mentorship to help guide their future career path.

Why This Internship?

  • Experience Real-World Psychology: Work alongside Dr. Laura to understand the day-to-day of a psychologist, from managing client calls to creating evidence-based  resources.
  • 1-on-1 Mentorship: Receive weekly, individualized guidance on topics like career development, GRE preparation, applying to masters and doctoral programs. Dr. Laura will help you create career goals, a timeline to reach them, and help you with accountability.
  • Build Your Network: A fantastic opportunity to make connections within the NYC, tristate area, and Hawaii psychology world.
  • Free Resources: Access all of Dr. Laura’s workbooks and digital resources, including guides like "Healing Codependency" and "Beyond the Blush: A CBT Approach to Overcoming Social Anxiety." https://www.drlaurab.com/shop

Responsibilities:

  • Social Media Content Creation & Management: Learn the ins and outs of social media management, including research, planning, content creation, and scheduling on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
  • Content Calendar Management: Assist with planning and managing a content calendar to keep posts engaging, relevant, and consistent.
  • Community Engagement: Help build and nurture Dr. Laura B Therapy’s online community by engaging with followers in DMs, comments, and story polls.
  • Resource Development: Support the creation of digital products like courses, worksheets, and workbooks aimed at Alpha Gen, Gen Z, and Millennial audiences.
  • Partnership Development: Research and recommend potential collaborators for giveaways, webinars, and cross-promotions to expand the brand’s reach.
  • Private Practice Management: Assist with scheduling intakes, responding to emails, and networking with other mental health providers to grow the practice’s visibility and connections.

Qualifications:

  • Major in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Marketing, Entrepreneurship or a related field.
  • Passionate about mental health, psychology, and social media marketing.
  • Strong written communication and a creative eye for design (experience with Canva is a plus!).
  • Organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented, with an interest in learning about social media analytics.

Internship Details:

  • Hours: 10-15 hours per week, flexible around your academic schedule.
  • Stipend: Up to $300 per month, based on social media performance metrics (e.g., payouts when reaching milestones like 10K views).
  • Mentorship: 1-on-1 weekly mentorship meetings focused on your career development, GRE preparation, applying to graduate programs, and any specific goals you may have.
  • Location: Remote, with virtual meetings.

To Apply:

On Handshake, submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and a two-week sample of reel ideas and storyboarding for TikTok and Instagram focused on relatable, fun, and engaging topics like people-pleasing, stress management, and anxiety. Make it creative, funny, and relevant for Alpha Gen and Gen Z.

Website: https://www.drlaurab.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlaurabtherapy/