Internships

Why become an intern at MIND?

We are always open for interns to help us build and maintain the MIND Foundation’s projects and programs. Working as an intern is meaningful; interns’ work contributes directly to psychedelic research and education and ultimately helps establish safe and legal spaces for the psychedelic experience. Further, interns may be given opportunities to meet important authors, researchers, and therapists from the fields of psychedelic science, consciousness research, neuroscience, prevention and therapy.

Learn from our alumni

We are very grateful for all the interns and volunteers who have supported us in the past. Some of them share their experiences in our “Hall of Fame”. Check them out if you want to learn more.

Alumni - Hall of Fame

Being part of this organization and understanding how it works helped me a lot improving some management and communication skills that will be important for my future work and personal life. Joana M., Portugal

I got to know lots of interesting people with shared interests, and to do valuable networking. This might translate into future collaboration projects, as I begin my career as a researcher in Spain. Óscar S., Spain

I gained insights into current challenges and future directions in the psychedelic field. It also provided valuable insights into the operations and strategies of a rapidly growing organisation. I am grateful to have learned from so many kind, motivated, and bright human beings. Thank you! Annie R., England

I had the possibility to experience the meeting point of social sciences and neuroscience, and I have gained a lot of knowledge about psychedelic research, mainly from the projects I worked on, but also from all the incredible people coming from different backgrounds. Naz A., Turkey

Internship Roles at MIND

Internship applications are currently paused while we update our internship roles. New opportunities will be announced here soon, thank you for your interest, and please check back.

Internships at MIND are designed as junior professional roles with real responsibility, not as introductory or observational placements.

As a small, mission-driven, non-profit organization working at the interface of science, public health, and education, we recruit interns selectively. At any given time, and to guarantee excellent mentoring, we can work with no more than three to four interns, each embedded in a clearly defined area of responsibility.

Our interns contribute directly to the development, delivery, and communication of programs that support the responsible integration of psychedelic therapies into public health care.

Who these internships are for

We are generally interested in applicants who:

Have completed at least a Bachelor’s degree.
Come from disciplines such as medicine, psychology, social sciences, philosophy, neuroscience, communications, marketing, anthropology, or cultural studies.
Are already well-informed about the risks and potentials of psychedelics in science, therapy, and/or society.
Bring prior work experience and professional maturity.
Are typically in their mid- to late-20s or older.

How we work

MIND operates with a lean structure and high expectations for autonomy and reliability.

Core tools used across all roles

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Asana for task and project management (Kanban-style workflows)

Role-specific tools are used where relevant and introduced during onboarding (e.g., Canva in Marketing).

Interns are expected to become operationally independent within a short period and to work confidently within these systems.

Who these internships are generally not for

These roles are usually not a good fit for applicants from fields such as art history, religious studies, linguistics, or data science, unless there is a clear and demonstrated overlap with the specific role requirements.

We do not offer exploratory, purely observational, or short-term trial internships.

How to become an intern at MIND

Before you apply:

All internships take place in the MIND office in Berlin with a minimum of 4 days per week.
The internship is unpaid.
We are currently not doing remote internships.
Make sure you read the Expectation Management document
Applicants may apply for one or more roles via the application form. Please indicate clearly how your skills and experience fit the role(s) you are applying for.

Volunteering

Project-based volunteering at MIND

Join us in making a difference!

At MIND, volunteering isn't just about giving your time—it's about being part of a professional movement to transform mental health and society. Whether you're passionate about supporting our Augmented Psychotherapy Training, assisting at our INSIGHT Forum, or helping with blog translations, your contribution matters. Volunteering at our programs is also a great tryout if you're thinking about signing up as a participants.

With our flexible registration system, you can choose when and how you want to get involved. Ready to join the journey?

Sign up now and be part of something extraordinary.

Contact our Events Manager

Technicalities of volunteering at MIND

Accountability is key: when you sign up, we rely on your commitment to fulfill your volunteer responsibilities.
You will let us know the frequency, regularity, and amount of time that you can volunteer.
Signing up means you'll be added to our pool of volunteers, ready to be contacted for specific assignments in our programs.
Most volunteering opportunities are located at our MIND office in Berlin, where your presence makes a significant impact.
Should you need to step back from volunteering, we kindly ask that you formally sign off to help us manage our resources effectively.

Volunteering is possible for: