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Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Counselling Psychology Internships 2027
Role Overview
Tshwane University of Technology invites qualifying postgraduate students to apply for three Counselling Psychology Internship positions for 2027.
Internship Application Closing Date: 28 July 2026
Internship Location: Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria West Campus, Gauteng, South Africa
The Tshwane University of Technology Department of Student Development and Support is offering three Counselling Psychology internship opportunities at its Pretoria West Campus.
The programme will run for 12 months and is expected to begin on 02 January 2027.
Successful interns will provide counselling and developmental support to registered TUT students while gaining supervised practical experience in individual therapy, group counselling, psycho-education and student wellness activities.
Institution: Tshwane University of TechnologyAbbreviation: TUTDepartment: Student Development and SupportProgramme: Counselling Psychology InternshipReference number: 26/R18Number of positions: ThreeDuration: 12 monthsStarting date: 02 January 2027Location: Pretoria West Campus, GautengClosing date: 28 July 2026Application method: Email
The internship is intended for postgraduate students preparing to complete professional training in Counselling Psychology.
Currently registered as Master of Arts students in Counselling Psychology.
Registered at a recognised university.
Able to provide the required academic and supporting documents.
Available to complete the full 12-month internship from January 2027.
Able to work professionally with students, children, groups and university staff.
Applicants must currently be registered for:
Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
The qualification must be undertaken through a recognised university.
Applicants should provide confirmation of their current registration and relevant academic records.
The internship will provide structured practical experience in psychological counselling and student development.
Successful candidates will support the emotional, personal and academic wellbeing of TUT students through counselling, mentorship and psycho-educational interventions.
Interns will also gain experience working with children through individual and group counselling services provided at a local children’s home.
Successful interns will be expected to:
Provide professional and competent personal counselling services to registered TUT students.
Offer therapeutic support to students at the Pretoria West Campus.
Assist students in developing academic and personal skills.
Participate in psycho-educational programmes.
Present webinars and awareness campaigns.
Develop appropriate social-media content.
Provide individual counselling to children at a local children’s home.
Facilitate group counselling sessions.
Complete administrative duties required by Student Development and Support.
Work effectively as members of the departmental team.
Interns will provide counselling support to students experiencing personal, academic or emotional difficulties.
Conducting individual counselling sessions.
Providing short-term therapeutic interventions.
Supporting students experiencing adjustment challenges.
Helping students develop coping strategies.
Referring students for specialised services where necessary.
Maintaining accurate and confidential counselling records.
Following professional and ethical guidelines.
Successful interns will participate in student-development programmes designed to promote wellbeing and academic success.
Mental-health awareness campaigns.
Social-media education content.
Personal-development workshops.
Applicants should therefore be comfortable speaking to groups and presenting educational information.
The internship also includes work with children at a local children’s home.
Age-appropriate psycho-educational activities.
Referrals and recommendations where necessary.
All services must be provided according to professional ethical standards and confidentiality requirements.
The ability to work with individuals and groups.
Effective stress-management skills.
Strong time-management ability.
Good verbal and written communication.
Counselling and mentoring skills.
The ability to provide guidance.
Strong planning and organisational skills.
The ability to work independently.
Accountability and responsibility.
Presentation and facilitation skills.
Knowledge of professional ethics.
Applicants should be capable of delivering information effectively through:
Individual counselling sessions.
Shortlisted candidates may be asked to make a presentation or complete a competency assessment.
Applicants must submit the following documents:
A completed standardised TUT application form.
A recently certified copy of their South African identity document.
Recently certified copies of qualifications.
A reference letter from a current M1 lecturer or supervisor.
A certified copy of the Honours academic record.
A certified copy of the M1 academi
Key Responsibilities
• Interns will provide counselling support to students experiencing personal, academic or emotional difficulties.
• Responsibilities may include:
• Conducting individual counselling sessions.
• Providing short-term therapeutic interventions.
• Supporting students experiencing adjustment challenges.
• Helping students develop coping strategies.
• Referring students for specialised services where necessary.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential counselling records.
• Following professional and ethical guidelines.
Entry Requirements
• The internship is intended for postgraduate students preparing to complete professional training in Counselling Psychology.
• Applicants must be:
• Currently registered as Master of Arts students in Counselling Psychology.
• Registered at a recognised university.
• Able to provide the required academic and supporting documents.
• Available to complete the full 12-month internship from January 2027.
• Able to work professionally with students, children, groups and university staff.
Listing Source
This opportunity was sourced from StudentRoom. Always verify final requirements and deadlines on the official source before applying.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted by email. Click here to apply for TUT Counselling Psychology Internships 2027 Email: nkosil1@tut.ac.za Use the following reference in the email subject line: Counselling Psychology Internship – Ref: 26/R18 Attach the completed application form, CV and all required supporting documents before sending the email.
Email application: malanl@tut.ac.za, nkosil1@tut.ac.za
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