Touchstone Foundation invites you to the Student Symposium, an engaging, peer-to-peer event designed to support students at every level on their path to becoming licensed mental health professionals.
This interactive day brings together high school, college, and graduate students—along with recent grads—for real-world insights, practical tools, and mentoring connections. Explore pathways to careers in therapy, counseling, psychology, psychiatry, advocacy, and more through workshops, networking, and panel discussions.
Discover career and licensure pathways (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, etc.)
Learn how to find internships, supervision hours, and mentors
Get tips on financial aid, scholarships, and job placement
Connect with professionals and peers who share your goals
Reflect on your “why” through real-life stories from the field
Enjoy lunch, giveaways, and a resource-packed career fair
This event is for you if you want to:
Explore mental health-related careers in social work, psychology, non-profits, advocacy, and more
Learn about licensure steps, clinical hours, and supervision
Meet mentors and apply for internships and jobs
Engage with local agencies and resource providers
Begin building a network rooted in Lancaster County’s mental health community
We’re seeking panelists to lead sessions and share experiences with attendees. Ideal participants include:
Current students in mental health programs
Recent graduates or newly licensed professionals
Experienced providers or clinicians who work with specific communities or use unique treatment models
Your voice and story can inspire the next generation of mental health leaders.
Join the Resource Fair to showcase your programs, internships, and job opportunities directly to students and emerging professionals. As a table partner, you’ll:
Promote services and recruit for open roles or internships
Connect with educators and students face-to-face
Be featured in our event program and communications
Touchstone Foundation is partnering with Lancaster County high schools to coordinate student registration and transportation starting in August. Stay tuned for more info or email us to get your school involved.
Table Fair: Internships, Careers, and Resource Sharing!
Event Schedule:
9:00 AM — Doors Open
Check in, grab your materials, and get ready for the day.
9:30 – 9:45 AM — Welcome & Opening Remarks
Kickoff and overview of goals and how to make the most of your day.
Session 1: Find Your Pathway
9:45 – 10:30 AM
Explore career options, licensure pathways, and educational steps.
Takeaway: Build clarity around your career goals and how to reach them.
Session 2: Build Your Network & Experience
10:40 – 11:25 AM
Learn how to find internships, placements, mentors, and hands-on experience.
Takeaway: Discover tools and strategies to grow your professional network.
Lunch, Job Fair & Networking
11:35 AM – 12:45 PM
Connect with professionals and peers. Practice communication skills and explore job fair tables.
Takeaway: Make connections that support your career journey.
Session 3: Know Your Why
1:00 – 1:45 PM
Reflect on your purpose. Hear from professionals about what keeps them motivated.
Takeaway: Leave inspired and grounded in your “why.”
We welcome you to sign up to participate as a panelist for a small
group breakout session. We encourage you to share your first-hand
knowledge with students who are interested in learning from you about
your recent experience. We encourage our current and past scholarship
and fellowship participants to serve as panelists.
Breakout panelist sessions will focus on:
Touchstone Foundation invites mental health community organizations, local employers, college programs, and service providers to participate in our 2025 Student Symposium by hosting a resource table.
This dynamic, youth-centered event empowers high school students, college students, and recent graduates to explore mental wellness, career pathways, and community connections. By joining us, your organization can share vital resources, offer career opportunities, and inspire the next generation of mental health professionals.
As a Resource Table Partner, you will:
Connect directly with local youth exploring career options, internship opportunities, and community support
Promote your services and programs to students, educators, and emerging professionals
Network with other mission-aligned organizations and leaders
Be featured in our event program and digital communications
Receive a table, two chairs, and lunch for two team members
Have the option to attend panel discussions and workshops
Resource tables will receive focused student traffic during the lunch hour (11:30–1:00 PM), giving you meaningful face time with young people ready to engage.
