What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychobiographical Research Intern position at Children's Legacy Center?
The Department of Innovative Research at ARCH Collaborative is seeking a dedicated and inquisitive intern to join a special qualitative research project titled:
“Psychobiographical Analysis of Life Stories of Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC) Survivors.”
Project Overview:
Psychobiography is a qualitative research method that applies psychological theories to better understand an individual's life journey and personal development. This unique project explores how survivors of CSEC construct meaning in their lives and move toward healing, growth, and agency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct literature reviews and contribute to theoretical framing of the study.
- Assist in conducting narrative interviews with clients (under supervision).
- Support the transcription, psychobiographical analysis, and writing of case narratives.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and case managers.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be enrolled in or a recent graduate of a program in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Social Sciences, or a related field. Master’s students in these fields are welcome to apply.
- Strong writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
- Must be willing to participate in an intensive orientation and training on psycho-biographical research methods.
- Demonstrated interest in trauma-informed research or working with vulnerable populations.
- Previous experience with qualitative research is not required.
Internship Details:
- This is a part-time internship
- Duration: Minimum of 3 months, with flexible scheduling.
This is a rare opportunity to contribute to meaningful, ethically responsible research that centers the voices and experiences of survivors. If you’re passionate about applying psychological insight to real-world stories and systems change, we encourage you to apply.
One SAFE Place and Children’s Legacy Center are separate legal entities. Arch Collaborative is a fictitious business name (DBA) of Children’s Legacy Center. Under the DBA Arch Collaborative, and a signed management services agreement, Children’s Legacy Center assist’s One SAFE Place with operations and enhances OSP’s impact. By creating Arch Collaborative, and working alongside other organizations with similar heartbeats, we have created a network of organizations that respond effectively to trauma, violence, and exploitation in our community while maintaining the legal status of each organization.
