EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST INTERNSHIP FOR 2027
Oakley House School Support Unit is seeking an Educational Psychologist Intern for 2027. This opportunity is open to Master of Educational Psychology students in their final year who meet the requirements. The internship runs for one year, full-time, from January 2027 to December 2027.
Quick Info
Location: 68 Myburgh Rd, Diep River, Cape Town
Position Type: Internship (Full-time, 12 months)
Reporting Line: Oakley House School Support Unit
Closing Date: 30 April 2026
Oakley House School Support Unit is committed to supporting learners, families and educators with high-quality psychological services. We strive to create an environment where staff collaborate to develop tailored strategies that enhance each student’s growth and wellbeing. For more about the organisation, visit our About page and watch our Vision Video.
Our culture values compassion, ethics and ongoing professional development. We support our staff with supervision and opportunities to advance their skills in educational psychology within a multidisciplinary team.
The Intern supports the multidisciplinary team by conducting educational psychological assessments, providing counselling to students, staff and parents, and collaborating to design personalised support plans. The role offers hands-on learning and professional growth within a supportive environment.
Assessments
- Conduct Educational Psychological Assessments
Counselling
- Render one-on-one counselling to students, staff and parents to address social, emotional and academic concerns, including career and subject guidance
- Conduct group counselling sessions to facilitate discussion and life skills
Collaboration & Documentation
- Liaise with teachers and the multidisciplinary team to develop tailored support strategies
- Maintain detailed records of counselling sessions, meetings and outcomes, ensuring ethical standards and confidentiality
Professional Development
- Participate in workshops and collaborative meetings with supervisors
Education
- Be in the final year of your Educational Psychology Master’s degree from an accredited South African tertiary institution
Experience
- Registered with the HPCSA as a Psychological Intern
- Previous experience with children or adolescents in educational settings is an advantage
Competencies
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Interpersonal skills with a compassionate approach
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Proficient report writing and confidentiality
- Understanding of ethical and legal considerations in psychology
- Openness to feedback and commitment to development
- Internship placement for January 2027 – December 2027
- Supervision and professional development opportunities
- Work within a supportive, collaborative team
How to Apply
Please submit your CV, a cover letter detailing your interest in the internship, and contact information for at least two references to vacancies@oakleyhouse.co.za, Subject: Ed Psych Intern. Ensure that your application reflects your commitment to Educational Psychology and your eagerness to contribute positively to Oakley House School.
Closing date for applications: 30 April 2026. Oakley House reserves the right to appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Submitting a CV does not guarantee an interview. If you do not hear from Oakley House within two weeks of the closing date, please assume your application was not successful.
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