Join the 7 Cups Internship Program! (Archived)

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The 7 Cups Academy is a tuition-free institution that trains members, listeners, and researchers to develop skills and better care for our community. These are professional skills that are of great use even outside 7 Cups. We believe in practice-driven learning and all of our courses have in-field experience at the core.

How is 7 Cups Academy different from training guides or other educational material available at 7 Cups?

The academy programs target specific skills like leadership, content development, etc. Trainees not only get theoretical knowledge of the subject but also spend time practicing the skills under our practicum opportunities.

That is not all, one of the challenging parts of learning something new is that it can be an isolating experience and at times you may feel like the motivation is fading. At 7 Cups Academy, we understand your support needs. We have mentors who check in with you regularly to help you navigate the set of requirements and to offer support and encouragement.

Additionally, we believe in a student-led approach. Feedback from our trainees results in constant improvements to the program’s coursework and structure. An example of this is our launch of group check-ins where academy trainees can connect with fellow trainees and share experiences.

Why choose 7 Cups Academy?

• All of our programs are completely free

• 1-1 mentor support to help you graduate

• You choose your program duration and can seek extensions

• Our programs focus on hands-on practical training

• The programs offer training in sought-after professional skills

• You will be provided with a certificate and a badge upon successful completion

• You will train among a group of like-minded individuals who you can learn from

• It is a great way to work towards a 7 Cups role. Academy graduates gain relevant experience that makes them good candidates for 7 Cups roles within that focus.

• All graduates (from any of the academy programs) can request a letter of recommendation

• We provide 7 Cups work verifications, references for school/university/work applications

• Not only will we provide you with valuable training, we can also verify your work experience if needed.

  
  7 Cups Internship Program

  The 7 Cups internship program provides participants with the unique experience of giving back to those in need while gaining in-field experience. Even if you are not from the mental health field, it gives you the opportunity to gain professional experience by working through a structured program, improving listening, communication, time management, and many such skills.

  
  

  What does the Internship Program offer?

  • Further, develop active listening and communication skills.

  • Build therapeutic relationships with users/members of the site.

  • Create a personal profile page that highlights your interests and future career goals.

  • Learn from other veteran listeners in the community.

  • Two tracks to choose from based on your availability

  
  

  Key content learned in the program:

  • Extend listening support to groups and forums

  • Tools and techniques for mastering time management

  • Gained specialization in at least different chat topics of intern’s choice

  • Components of community building

  • Peer Core Competencies

  • Applying learned knowledge in 1-1 member listening sessions

  
  

  The program is best suited for:

  • Users who are interested in the field of psychology

  • Users who wish to complete a program where the core focus in listening in a 1-1 setting

  • Users who wish to have a basic understanding of a variety of topics

  • Users who are new to the academy and unsure which program best suits their interests.

  • Users who are completing their degree/school-related practicum

  • Users who are active as listeners but would like to have more structure and accountability

  
  

  Requirements to join

  • Have an active listener account

  Wondering much time it takes? 5 hours per week on average for a minimum of 6 weeks (more if you choose more). It is self-paced
  

  📢Please apply here