Educational Psychology Intern: Therapy, Assessments & SEL

Nova Pioneer; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing personal development

Clear career pathways

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution in Gauteng is offering an internship for dynamic student Psychologists to join their Psychosocial Team in 2027. Interns will gain hands-on experience in therapeutic work, assessments, and multidisciplinary teamwork. Responsibilities include providing supporting interventions and assessments, collaborating with educational psychologists, and contributing to the mental healthcare of students. Ideal candidates should possess or be near completion of a Master's degree in psychology, be registered as intern Psychologists by January 2027, and be adept at engaging with children and working in a teamwork environment.

Qualifications

• Must complete or nearing completion of an accredited Master’s degree.
• Registered with HPCSA as an intern Psychologist by January 2027.
• Supervised experience in therapeutic interventions and psychological assessment.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision of assigned educational psychologists.
• Provide therapeutic interventions including play therapy.
• Conduct psycho-educational assessments.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Psychological assessment

Team collaboration

Technology for instruction

Education

Accredited Master’s degree in education or counselling psychology

Job description

A forward-thinking educational institution in Gauteng is offering an internship for dynamic student Psychologists to join their Psychosocial Team in 2027. Interns will gain hands-on experience in therapeutic work, assessments, and multidisciplinary teamwork. Responsibilities include providing supporting interventions and assessments, collaborating with educational psychologists, and contributing to the mental healthcare of students. Ideal candidates should possess or be near completion of a Master's degree in psychology, be registered as intern Psychologists by January 2027, and be adept at engaging with children and working in a teamwork environment.