TUT Counselling Psychology Internship 2026/2027 | Pretoria West Campus

Location: Pretoria West Campus, Tshwane, South Africa
Closing Date: 20 October 2025

About the Internship

The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Directorate of Student Development and Support (SDS) invites applications for four (4) Counselling Psychology Internship positions for 2026/2027. This 12-month internship begins on 2 January 2026 and is designed to consolidate your MA Counselling Psychology training while providing professional counselling services to TUT students and partner communities.

This programme offers a unique opportunity to gain broad clinical exposure across higher-education settings. Interns will rotate through core service areas, participate in interdisciplinary teams, and contribute to psycho-educational programmes that enhance student success, mental health, and well-being.

Why This Internship Matters

The TUT Counselling Psychology Internship is ideal for graduates seeking to:

• Gain supervised clinical hours aligned with HPCSA standards.
• Develop professional counselling skills in diverse higher-education and community contexts.
• Build experience in programme design, facilitation, and evaluation.
• Strengthen administrative and report-writing competence critical for professional practice.

This internship serves as a platform to sharpen your professional identity, develop a robust counselling toolkit, and gain hands-on experience in both campus and community settings.

Key Responsibilities

Interns will be expected to:

Counselling & Client Support

• Provide individual and group counselling to registered TUT students.
• Deliver psycho-educational programmes such as talks, workshops, and training sessions.
• Support student development by enhancing academic, personal, and wellness skills.

Community Engagement

• Provide counselling support to children at local children’s homes.
• Contribute to outreach programmes that promote well-being and mental health awareness.

Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate case records and meet SDS reporting requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team discussions and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
• Uphold ethical standards and maintain confidentiality in all professional interactions.

Note: Shortlisted candidates may be required to present or undergo competency testing as part of the selection process.

Minimum Requirements

• Currently registered as an MA Counselling Psychology student at a recognized university.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups.
• Demonstrated time management, stress management, and prioritisation skills.
• Clear and professional communication, facilitation, and presentation abilities.
• Counselling, mentoring, and guidance skills grounded in ethical practice.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team while showing initiative and creativity.
• Commitment to discretion and maintaining confidentiality according to professional codes of conduct.

What You’ll Gain

Interns will benefit from:

• Supervised clinical experience across campus counselling, psycho-education, and community settings.
• Practical exposure to case management, referral pathways, and inter-professional teamwork.
• Experience in programme design, delivery, and evaluation.
• Enhanced report-writing, record-keeping, and administrative skills essential for HPCSA-aligned practice.
• Opportunities to strengthen professional identity and practical counselling competencies.

How to Apply

To apply, please follow these steps carefully. Applications that omit required documents will be disqualified.

1. Download and complete TUT’s standardised application form (available on the university intranet).
2. Prepare a professional CV that is concise, relevant, and up to date.
3. Attach recently certified copies of:
   • South African ID
   • Academic record
   • All relevant HPCSA registration documents
   • One reference letter from your current lecturer or supervisor (signed, dated, on letterhead).
4. Email your complete application to Ms. Lindokuhle Nkosi at nkosil1@tut.ac.za.
   • Subject line example: Ref 25/172 – Counselling Psychology Internship – [Your Name]

Tip: Keep a copy of your submission and request a read receipt to confirm delivery.

For programme enquiries, contact Lynne Malan at malanl@tut.ac.za.

Important Dates & Location

• Start Date: 2 January 2026
• Duration: 12 months
• Campus: Pretoria West (Directorate of Student Development and Support)
• Closing Date: 20 October 2025

Pro Tips for a Standout Application

• Align your CV with critical performance areas, highlighting counselling, group facilitation, workshop design, and administrative accuracy.
• Use your cover email to map competencies such as communication, initiative, ethics, and teamwork to internship duties.
• Highlight any experience with student populations, youth, or child counselling, and psycho-educational content you’ve designed or delivered.
• Ensure certifications are recent (within three months), legible, and complete.
• If shortlisted, prepare a 15–20 minute presentation on a psycho-educational topic, such as exam anxiety, stress management, or peer-support models.

Conclusion

The TUT Counselling Psychology Internship Programme 2026/2027 is an exceptional opportunity for MA graduates to gain supervised professional experience, strengthen clinical and administrative skills, and contribute meaningfully to student and community mental health.

With only four positions available, this programme offers a high-impact, career-building experience for motivated, ethical, and professional candidates ready to make a difference in higher education and beyond. Apply before 20 October 2025 to secure your place and begin your journey in counselling psychology.