All levels of Internship:

• Field Experience/Observation

• Practicum/Clinical Experience

Any individual wishing to intern with the Sarasota County School District must submit to level 2 fingerprint screening through the Sarasota County School District. This includes observations, field placements, internships, clinical, and practicum requests.

The fingerprints will remain valid with Sarasota County Schools for 5 years.  More information about this screening process can be found here.

Prior to making an appointment, you must submit an appropriate Intern application online:

1. To submit an application, please click here

2. Create an account and Enter your Personal Information

3. Under Smart Forms, select the appropriate level of Intern application (Field Experience/Observation OR Practicum/Clinical Experience)

4. ‘Send to Background Processor’

5. Last, make an appointment by clicking here

Must bring to the appointment:

• Photo ID

• Fee: $90
  (Visa, Master Card, Discover, Money order, Cashier’s Check) (No cash or personal checks are accepted, and fees are non-refundable.) Payment is the responsibility of the Intern applicant.

Please note: Fingerprinting and background clearance does not guarantee placement.