Internship for Students
Student Sign Language Interpreters
Build real-world experience and grow your skills during an internship as a student ASL interpreter.
The program
What our Inclusive Internship Offers
- Hands-Up Experience
- Gain practical skills beyond the classroom.
- Personalized Mentorship
- Receive one-on-one guidance in American Sign Language.
- Professional Feedback
- Learn from seasoned professionals.
- Freelancer Preparation
- ICS uniquely educates interns on launching their freelance career, a crucial topic rarely covered in Interpreter Training Programs (ITPs).
- Diverse SettingsSee note on internship variation
- Experience interpreting in various contexts including: post-secondary education, theatrical/performance, religious, business, community, and medical environments.
Join us at ICS and make a difference in fostering an inclusive community!
Please note: No two internship experiences are the same. Internships will vary based on the skill of the interpreter and availability of appropriate assignments. ICS accepts only one intern per semester.
Apply early
Internship Sessions
Our internship start and end times within each semester offer flexibility to fit your schedule. Apply early to increase your chances of securing a position, as ICS accepts only one intern per semester, emphasizing the exclusivity of this opportunity. The following sessions are open for applications:
Fall Internship
- Active Internship:
- September – December
- Deadline to Apply:
- July 31st
Spring Internship
- Active Internship:
- January – April
- Deadline to Apply:
- October 31st
Application
Submit your Application
The application will take about 10–15 minutes to complete. A resume upload is required, with an optional cover letter. Once submitted, you'll receive an email confirmation.
Our Internship Director will follow-up with you, thanks!
Submit your Application
Your mentor
Meet ICS's Internship Director
Kaycee SummersInternship Director
Greetings! My name is Kaycee, and I am the Internship Director at Inclusive Communication Services. As a Deaf individual, I believe our Inclusive Internship Program is fundamental to prepare students for the realities of interpreting. Our program produces quality interpreters who collaborate directly with the Deaf community while learning valuable tips about being freelance professionals.
Here's an overview of my professional background. I have previously served as a Deaf Mentor at the University of Texas at Austin and graduated from the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), where I held various positions post-graduation. At Gallaudet University, I was the project manager for University Communications and the Special Assistant to the Vice President of the Development Office. Education is my passion. I hold a Master of Education degree in Early Childhood and Curriculum Instruction from Arizona State University. I have also worked in both K-12 and higher education environments.
The Inclusive Interpreting Internship Program ensures you get real-world practice to build your skills and confidence. I would be honored to guide you on your educational journey toward achieving your dreams and look forward to reviewing your application!
In their words
Intern Testimonial
This internship with ICS set clear expectations for what it means to be an American Sign Language interpreter. I learned how to team with other interpreters, receive feedback from my team and the Deaf community, and accountability for myself and others. The program emphasized the importance of continually educating myself about Deaf culture and improving my ASL skills.
Kaycee's assignments, encouragement, and patience have been invaluable to my journey as an interpreter student. Thank you ICS!
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