Internships at APS

Learn what it is like to work for a national psychology organization!

The Association for Psychological Science is a busy non-profit organization in downtown Washington, DC. Members of the Association are psychological researchers and educators dedicated to advancing psychology as a science-based discipline. APS is widely recognized as a leading voice for behavioral and social science policy. One of the Association's core missions is to increase public understanding and use of the knowledge generated by psychological research. To learn more about APS, visit our web site at www.psychologicalscience.org.

APS internships offer dynamic opportunities to get involved, get creative, and get real experience! Interns work on specific projects, from idea conception to completion, while gaining valuable experience working in a busy office environment. APS offers internships in the spring and fall academic semesters, as well as during the summer. Interns work in the Publications, Marketing and Membership, or Public Affairs, and ideal candidates are seeking degrees in psychology, communications, journalism, graphic design, or marketing, although other majors are welcome to apply. Interns receive direction and guidance from experienced professionals and will be a core part of the organization’s activities.

Marketing Intern
Assignments in the Marketing Department include: Networking with prospective companies and organizations for sponsorship, development of advertising and promotional materials supporting the APS annual convention, Observer magazine and other specialty events, developing and implementing strategies for identifying and communicating with psychology researchers, as well as research and development of affiliations with international organizations.

Membership Intern
Assignments in the Membership Department include: Working on existing new member acquisition programs, developing new programs, building our network of prospective members, assisting with membership retention efforts, and collaborating with other departments on membership promotions.


Publications Intern
Assignments for interns in Publications include: writing for APS's monthly magazine, the Observer, and the APS Web site; fact-checking; researching articles and assisting with the production of the Observer. Ideal candidates for this position are seeking degrees in psychology, communications, or journalism, although other majors are welcome to apply.

Graphic Design and Web site Intern
Assignments for Interns in Graphic Design include designing marketing materials for our annual convention; designing advertisements and artwork for our monthly magazine, the Observer; designing artwork for our Web site and updating the site. Interns must have experience with Adobe Creative Suite software and must be able to think of new and creative designs. Experience with ColdFusion is a plus. Ideal candidates for this position are seeking degrees in marketing, communications, graphic design, or computer science although other majors are welcome to apply.

Excellent writing skills, ability to work independently, professional maturity, and attention to detail are a must for all interns.

If you are interested in an internship with APS, please send a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample by e-mail to intern@psychologicalscience.org. No phone calls please.

Application deadlines:
Spring: December 15
Summer: March 31
Fall Semester: August 15
A minimum 10-week commitment, working at least 3 full days is required, although the availability to work full-time is preferred. APS is located at 1133 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC.