Internships play a crucial role in providing hands-on experience and practical skills to individuals looking to kickstart their careers. By participating in internships, individuals can gain valuable insights into their chosen field, build professional networks, and enhance their resumes. These opportunities allow interns to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings, preparing them for future employment.

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  • Recreational Therapy Internship

    Our internship program is designed to provide a learning experience outside of the classroom for students who are studying Recreation Therapy. It allows student interns to apply theories and models of Therapeutic Recreation to the community setting for adults with disabilities.

    We are committed to providing a supportive environment where interns can grow professionally and make a positive impact.

  • High School Workplace Experience

    At RLP we provide a Career Development Experience, which is supervised work experience relating to an individual’s career area of interest. Special Education, Occupational Therapy, and Recreational Therapy are top areas for this workplace experience.

  • Occupational Therapy Internship

    OT’s help clients meet goals to develop, recover, improve, and maintain skills needed for daily living and working.