Internships

The mission of the AFPTC internship program is to create a supportive and mentoring environment where participants will have an opportunity to gain valuable work experience and learn tangible professional skills that will serve them both within and beyond this organization.

Tell Me About the AFPTC Internship Program.

The program is designed to select a highly qualified and diverse intern team that brings together valuable differences and fresh perspectives. Candidates for participation in the AFPTC internship program will generally fit into four categories, which are specific to the degree of education and expertise that the intern brings to the position. These four categories also determine the onboarding criteria that must be met in order for the intern to be in compliance with AFPTC Internship guidelines.

Our internships are designed to take advantage of each person’s specialized skills, making every effort to give the intern an opportunity to work on meaningful projects and participate in staff activities whenever possible and appropriate.

If there is any question of category for a candidate, the Intern Captain/Clinical Instructor will partner with HR to provide a suitable opportunity. The Intern Captain provides a clear point of contact for his or her center so that interns may ask questions and receive assistance related to the process.

 

What Types of Internships Do You Offer?

Our internship program offers four levels for a more tailored experience.

    • Level I: High School/Undergraduate Job Shadowing
        50-100 hours
        • No direct physical interaction with patients
        Job shadowing consent form required
    • Level II: Undergraduate Course Credit Program
        Semester long
        • Direct interaction with patients, no application of treatment
        Offer letter, background check & proof of institutional credit hours required
    • Level III: Undergraduate Observation Hours Program
        20-100 hours
        • Direct interaction with patients, no application of treatment
        Offer letter & background check required
    • Level IV: Accredited Clinical Graduate Program
        4-12 weeks
        • Ability to treat certain patients & bill under licensed PT/PTA supervision
        Offer letter, background check & internship contract with graduate program required

 

Please note that only Level 4 Interns are allowed to participate with treatment of patients.

How Do I Apply?

Internship opportunities are limited and we encourage you to apply well in advance. Please email the Intern Captain assigned to the center(s) that you are interested in with the following information:

    • Name
    • Level of internship
    • School name and program
    • Preferred semester or start date
    • Preferred centers
    • Required hours or length of internship
    • Contact information (email, phone & mail)

 
If you are unsure what Level you fall into, please contact the Intern Captain assigned to the center(s) and they can better assist you.

I am a Physical Therapy Program Director. Who Do I Contact?

For more information regarding partnerships across all centers, please contact Larry Steinbeck, Manager of Physical Therapy-Jasper

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