Job Shadow Internship
Are you a high school senior, college student, or early-career professional wondering if music therapy is the right fit for you? Infinity Music Therapy Services is offering a one-of-a-kind internship that provides a hands-on look into the world of music therapy.
Whether you’re already thinking about pursuing music therapy or just curious about the field, this internship is the perfect way to explore and gain valuable insight.
Already a music therapy student? Click HERE to learn more about our Field Study program, designed specifically for students like you!
What’s the Internship All About?
- Dates: May/June through August (exact dates vary based on intern availability each year)
- Hours: 15-20 hours per week
- Unpaid: This is a learning-focused opportunity where you’ll never replace staff, but instead work side-by-side with our team to understand the day-to-day of a music therapy practice.
- Classroom Environment: While hands-on, this internship is structured like a classroom setting, designed to provide you with an immersive, educational experience. You’ll ask questions, observe therapy sessions, and learn about the profession in real time.
Why This Internship is Perfect for You:
- Exclusive, Real-World Exposure: Gain an inside look at the field of music therapy like never before. From observing therapy sessions to attending team meetings, you’ll see firsthand how music therapists make a real impact on clients’ lives.
- Mentorship by Experts: You’ll learn from board-certified and licensed music therapists who are passionate about teaching and mentoring the next generation of professionals. They’ll provide guidance, feedback, and valuable insights throughout the experience.
- A Taste of the Profession: This isn’t just about watching from the sidelines. You’ll dive into the practical side of music therapy, engage in team discussions, and get a feel for the skills and techniques used in therapy.
Ready to Apply?
We accept up to three interns each year, so if you’re excited to explore music therapy in an immersive and supportive environment, we want to hear from you! This is an incredible chance to see if this field is the right path for your future.
Have questions or want more information? Reach out to Caleb Parsons, MT-BC at (860) 949-5723 or caleb@infinitymusictherapy.com.
To qualify for the internship, you must...
1. Play an instrument or sing
2. Be comfortable around individuals with disabilities.
3. Be organized, punctual, and have reliable transportation.
4. Be willing and able to commit to 15-20hrs per week
5. Be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement, non-solicitation agreement, and a hold harmless agreement. (any interns under the age of 18 are required to have a parent/ guardian sign consent as well).
6. Be able to pass a background check and/or drug test.
Ready to Apply?
Applications are accepted January 1-April 1 for that year’s summer internship program. Only complete applications will be considered. Applicants with a qualifying score on their application materials will be offered a chance to interview and audition on the instrument of their choice.
To apply, please send the following documents as a PDF via email to Mark Wickam, MA, MT-BC, Lead Student Supervisor at mark@infinitymusictherapy.com. Questions regarding the internship can be directed to the same email.
1. A cover letter explaining why you would like this internship experience, any obstacles that will prohibit you from being available during the summer, and the dates you are available May-September for the internship.
2. A current resume (We recognize that for students, this task may seem daunting. Please include any volunteer service, extra-curricular activities, etc. you have been involved with).
3. One (1) professional letter of reference and one (1) personal letter of reference that speak to your character, your organization, and your ability to work as a member of a team.
4. A paper answering the following questions: what is/ has been your involvement in music, what experience/ exposure have you had with people with developmental disabilities or mental health disorders, and what does it mean to be a member of a team,
Applicants will be notified by April 10 if they have passed through to the interview round. Interviews are conducted in mid/ late April. Offers to join our practice for the summer are extended within one week of the interview.
Tips and Tricks to be accepted...
Read the directions CAREFULLY! Applicants have lost points for failing to submit all of the application materials. Treat this process like a job interview.
This internship has attracted applicants from all over the country (we have even had international applicants!). What can you do to stand out? Be honest about your summer obligations. You don’t want to be accepted to only be dismissed during week one for being unable to fulfill the requirements. It is a good idea to have someone proofread your application materials.
Follow-up on your reference letters if you are asking someone to submit them on your behalf. If we don’t receive them by the deadline, we cannot consider your application. (We suggest you submit them with all of your application materials.)
Practice interviewing. Think about what Infinity stands for and what we do. What questions might we ask?
Clinic Location
Main Office:
196 Queen Street
Southington, CT 06489
Contact Us
General Questions/ Referrals:
Main Line (860) 518-5557
Fax (888) 200-4093
info@infinitymusictherapy.com