UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital San Francisco - Music Therapy Internships
Your journey into the music therapy profession starts here! UCSF is proud to host an AMTA National Roster internship program. Please see eligibility criteria below!
Eligibility
To apply for the internship, the following criteria must be met:
You will complete entry-level coursework at an AMTA-approved music therapy program within the next 12 months (or have recently graduated)
UCSF has an established affiliation with your college or university, OR there is an affiliation in progress. If you do not know the answer to this, ask your academic program director.
About the Music Therapy Internship Program
Welcome to one of the few pediatric music therapy internships in California, located in the vibrant and culturally rich city of San Francisco. Our program offers a comprehensive and well-rounded experience, designed to equip you with versatile skills that can be applied across diverse populations. Under the supervision of seasoned professionals, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in a supportive hospital environment where the value of music therapy is deeply respected and appreciated. Our internship is not just about gaining experience, it's about becoming an integral part of a community that is passionate about the transformative power of music therapy.
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital San Francisco is a state-of-the-art medical facility that serves as a beacon of hope and healing for thousands of children in the Bay Area each year. As part of the UCSF Medical Center, one of the top-10 ranked hospitals in the United States, we are deeply committed to delivering excellent and compassionate care.
Our music therapy services extend across all inpatient units, including Pediatric Intensive Care, Cardiology, General Medical/Surgical and Transitional Care, Hematology/Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant, and the Intensive Care Nursery. Our music therapists are not just visitors, but integral members of the interdisciplinary treatment teams, playing a crucial role in the holistic care of our patients.
As an intern in our music therapy program, which is nestled within Child Life Services, you won't just be an observer, but an active contributor to the Child Life team. This department is a vibrant hub that also encompasses the hospital school program, art therapy, and the TV studio. As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate and learn from a diverse range of medical professionals, including physicians, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, social workers, and chaplains. This is more than an internship - it's an opportunity to become part of a community dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate, innovative care.
Supervisors Matt Logan, Jenny Goldhammer, and Brianna Negrete
Upcoming Internship Cycles and Due Dates:
October 2025: Applications due January 24, 2025
January 2026: Applications due April 18, 2025
Announcement: We are currently able to provide a meal card plan, valued at ~$15 per day, allowing the purchase of meals and select groceries at the UCSF cafeteria and a few other participating restaurants.
For application information, please reach out using the following form. Tell us a little about yourself and when you hope to begin your internship. Please only use this form if you meet the eligibility criteria outlined above.
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