Eliza was an Undergraduate Intern for the Sexual Offense Treatment Program in the Utah Department of Corrections during Fall 2025.
Briefly explain what you did and the result of your internship.
I taught psychoeducational classes to currently incarcerated sexual offenders in preparation for them beginning their treatment therapy. In the class we talked about victim impact, cognitive distortions, and goal setting. This experience allowed me to contribute to the rehabilitation journey of incarcerated individuals which was extremely meaningful.
What did you learn on your internship that you were not expecting to learn?
I think I learned a lot about creating a therapeutic alliance in a setting of trust and growth that I was not anticipating. I also learned that I love working in rehabilitation and corrections! This job has guided my future towards forensic psychology.
How have your future plans changed because of what you learned from your internship experience?
I want to peruse a forensic emphasis on clinical psychology from this internship, I have also learned that I love working with underserved communities.
Please share how your experience led to personal inspiration or insightful revelation.
I have learned more about God’s love for his children, even when they make mistakes. I have also seen up close that everyone can change because of the Atonement.
Would you recommend this internship to other students?
Of course! If you want to work in the helping professions I would 10/10 recommend this job.