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APAGS Pre-Convention Internship Workshop
The APAGS Internship Workshop will offer students tips on finding a psychology internship and guidance on the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC) application and match process. Discussion will include various aspects of the application process such as developing a healthy mindset, understanding APPIC’s role and APA Accreditation, calculating hours, completing the APPIC application, composing and designing a CV, asking for and evaluating recommendation letters, identifying training and career goals-and translating that information into compelling personal essays, interviewing, constructing a rank ordered list for the Match, and using the clearinghouse if necessary.
Presenters:
Carol Williams-Nickelson, PsyD, APA, APAGS
Mitchell Prinstein, PhD, University of North Carolina
Greg Keilin, PhD, University of Texas at Austin
When:
Thursday, August 16, 2007
4:00pm – 8:00pm
Where:
Hilton San Francisco, Continental Ballroom 5
Fee:
$25 for APAGS Members and $30 for Non-members before July 23rd. Registration forms recieved after July 23rd and onsite registration will cost $30 for APAGS Members and $35 for Non-members.
 All participants will receive one FREE copy of Internships in Psychology: The APAGS Workbook for Writing Successful Applications and Finding the Right Match (APA, 2007). Designed specifically for doctoral-level psychology graduate students, this volume will act as your personal mentor with step-by-step instructions to help you land an internship placement that is the best match for you! Helpful checklists, sample real-life application materials, and realistic advice for writing cover letters, thank you notes, and CVs are included. You’ll also find:
- Suggestions for getting organized;
- Advice for using the APPIC online directory;
- Tips for writing your autobiographical statement and other required essays;
- Sample interview questions and questions you might ask site faculty/interns;
- Recommendations on how to construct your rank ordered list;
- Guidance for completing the APPI application and;
- MUCH MORE!
Register Today!
To register for this popular workshop, please download the REGISTRATION FORM and fax it to (202) 336-5813 or mail it to:
American Psychological Association
Attn: Accounting/APAGS
Pre-Convention Internship Workshop
750 First Street, NE
Washington DC 20002-4242
If you have trouble downloading the registration form, please contact Heather Dade.
Please Note: The registration fee for this pre-convention workshop is separate from your APA Convention registration.
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