The music internship program is one of the largest programs of its kind in the nation. It is sponsored by the Addison Hines Charitable Trust. Through the internship, graduates from approved music therapy programs can get the clinical experience required for board certification as they help hospice patients and families.
Opportunities
We currently offer a 28-week, 1,040-hour clinical placement to 4 interns per year starting in January and June. Each start date offers two intern positions based in Palm Beach and Broward counties. County of placement is dependent on supervisor availability. Benefits of our program include:
- Immersive hospice, palliative, and bereavement experience.
- Musical, clinical, and professional goals tailored to each intern.
- Support and supervision from our large team of 10+ music therapists.
- Experience working with an interdisciplinary team and providing MT advocacy through community outreach.
- Gradual transition from observing, to co-leading, to leading ensuring interns feel well prepared for independently managing a caseload.
- An independent caseload of 20-30 patients by midterm, offering professional experience with various plans of care.
- Additional opportunities for professional development through participation in monthly staff meetings and internal CMTEs.
- Training in electronic medical record systems and clinical documentation.
- Access to instruments, equipment, electronics, and resources throughout the program.
- A perfect balance of support and independence to foster professional growth and resilience.
- $12,000 stipend and mileage reimbursement (dispersed monthly).
What our interns are saying
"The best part about this internship was being able to develop my own personal style independently while still being supported by my supervisors and fellow team members. - Carly Graefe"
"I had such a great experience during internship. Thanks so much to everyone for helping me during this journey. I’ve learned so much and will be forever grateful for this experience! - Alex Paque"
"I could not have asked for a better internship experience. This internship fit my learning style perfectly, and I always felt supported while being pushed to become better and better. - Daniel Bentz"
"This was an amazing internship that really emphasizes personal growth and development. It really helped me to build confidence in myself clinically. - Kevin Tran"
Upcoming openings and deadlines
Please contact Sara Olmann if you plan on applying or would like to schedule a site visit. Start dates are often flexible.
January: 2 intern positions
Application Deadline: September 1
June: 2 intern positions
Application Deadline: February 28
All applications must be received in full (including transcripts and letters of recommendation) by the application deadline in order to be considered.
Please note that interviews are not scheduled until after the application deadline for each start date.
For more information contact:
Sara Olmann, MT-BC, NMT
Music Therapy
300 Northpoint Parkway, Ste 304
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
(561) 289-4978
solmann@empathhealth.org
