About Us
The UNC Karen M. Gil Internship in Psychology & Neuroscience
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The Karen M. Gil Internship Program offers UNC undergraduate psychology and neuroscience majors an opportunity to deepen their understanding of the field and develop professional skills. The Gil Internship Program places students at a worksite in the Triangle area, offers a monthly stipend, and a 3-hour course credit towards the psychology or neuroscience major. The program is funded by a generous gift from an anonymous donor.
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This prestigious, highly-competitive program accepts 10-13 applicants per semester based on qualifications and achievement. Please meet our current cohort of Gil interns and learn about their internship experiences by reading their blog posts on our Intern Blog. Interested in applying to the program? Learn about our requirements for eligibility and apply now!
Our Story
The Karen M. Gil Internship Program in Psychology & Neuroscience was anonymously funded by an alumna of the department in 2014. This donor realized that there were a lack of paid internship opportunities for students in the fields of psychology and neuroscience, and she wanted to be part of the solution to fill that gap.
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Since its founding, the program has grown to span all corners of the Triangle across over 60 different worksites. Our alumni network has grown rapidly, and now includes hundreds of professionals in the field, including clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, mental health therapists, social workers, researchers, lawyers, medical doctors, professors, and more.
If you are interested in gaining hands-on experience in the field and becoming part of our robust network, we strongly encourage you to apply for the Karen M. Gil Internship Program!
