Qualifications for the Fellowship
Applicants should be completing a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA- or CPA-accredited program and have completed an APA- or CPA-accredited clinical internship. Applicants from accredited school psychology programs, as well as clinical psychology graduate programs or internships with pending accreditation following completion of a self-study, will also be considered.
All doctoral requirements, including the dissertation, must be completed before the fellowship begins. Formal degree conferral is not required at the time of application.
We seek applicants with strong clinical preparation, effective written and verbal communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to professional development. Relevant experience in psychotherapy, psychological assessment, public-sector mental health care, and working with individuals with serious mental illness is valued, with specific qualifications varying by fellowship track.
We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted electronically through APPA CAS, the centralized postdoctoral application system administered by the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC).
Applicants are encouraged to review our individual fellowship listings in the APPIC Universal Psychology Postdoctoral Directory (UPPD) for detailed information about training experiences, application requirements, and selection timelines.
Application deadlines for the 2027–2028 training year are:
- Neuropsychology Fellowship: November 20, 2026
- All other fellowships: December 04, 2026
Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, one or two professional writing samples, and three letters of recommendation. Applicants to fellowships emphasizing neuropsychological and psychological assessment should include a de-identified psychological assessment report as one of their writing samples.
Selected applicants will be invited to interview with training directors, faculty, and current fellows. Interviews typically take place in January and are conducted exclusively virtually. An interview is required for consideration for a fellowship offer.
Cambridge Health Alliance does not participate in the APPIC Common Hold Date process. Applicants should review the selection timelines for their fellowships of interest.
Appointment and Employment Requirements
Fellowship appointments are contingent upon completion of all doctoral degree requirements, including the dissertation, before the fellowship start date.
International applicants are welcome to apply. Applicants requiring employment authorization, including those applying through Optional Practical Training (OPT), must obtain the necessary authorization before beginning the fellowship.
All fellowship offers are contingent upon successful completion of CHA's pre-employment screening requirements, including a criminal background check and drug screening. Drug screening follows established workplace procedures, including chain-of-custody protocols; marijuana is excluded from testing.
Prospective fellows must authorize a background investigation and complete drug screening within 10 days of accepting an offer. CHA covers all associated testing costs. Applicants residing within 20 miles of Boston complete screening through CHA Occupational Health; arrangements are made at an outside facility for applicants residing farther away.
Questions?
For questions about the Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship Program or application process, please contact:
Fiona Davidson-McKenzie
Psychology Training Coordinator
617-575-5399
fmckenzie@challiance.org