Description

The University of the Free State is offering an Intern: Industrial Psychology contract appointment for 1 year.

The purpose of the internship programme is to offer university graduates who have successfully completed their M1 coursework in Industrial Organisational Psychology the opportunity to obtain practical workplace exposure and experience in the Industrial Psychology discipline.

The internship supports the process of registering as an Industrial Psychologist with the HPCSA.

This opportunity is only available to South African citizens or permanent residents.

Job ID: 6523

Occupational Level: Semi-Skilled

Organisational Unit: Deputy Vice-Chancellor: People and Operations → Human Resources → Organisational Development & Employee Wellbeing

Assumption of duties: 01 January 2027

Responsibilities

• Perform duties as stipulated in the 12-month IOP internship programme.
• Participate in an internship programme that must be approved by the HPCSA.
• Gain exposure in Career Psychology and Employee Well-Being.
• Gain exposure in Organisational Behaviour.
• Gain exposure in Human Resources / Personnel Psychology.
• Gain exposure in Psychometrics, including testing and assessments.
• Participate in elective areas.
• Participate in professional development activities and supervision.
• Apply professional ethics.

Requirements

• Successful completion of Masters coursework / M1.
• Registration with the HPCSA as a Student Psychologist.
• Must not be studying full time.
• Classes should preferably be after hours.
• Must be willing to sign an internship agreement with the University of the Free State.
• Must be available for a period of 12 months.
• Must be a South African citizen or permanent resident.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to cope with a frequently changing environment.
• Ability to adapt to evolving situations.
• Reliability.
• Responsibility.
• Dependability.
• Ability to fulfil obligations.
• Ability to deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work towards perfection.
• Neat and organised work approach.
• Creativity.
• Open-mindedness.
• Ability to adhere to rules and follow work regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Good understanding of the theory and application of Industrial Psychology.
• Personal motivation.
• Energy and enthusiasm.
• Cooperation.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Sensitivity and understanding of the needs and feelings of others.
• Ability to interact with others and establish personal connections.

Other

Required standard documentation:

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Certified copies, not older than 6 months, of all academic records or confirmation of M1 Masters coursework completion.
• Certified copies, not older than 6 months, of qualifications or official proof of qualifications obtained.
• SAQA accreditation if foreign qualifications are held.
• Certified copy, not older than 6 months, of identity document or passport.
• Proof of registration with the HPCSA as a Student Psychologist.

The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. Applicants are encouraged to merge some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

Applications received in response to the advertisement titled 2027 UFS Industrial Psychology Internship on professional platforms do not have to apply again.

The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to excellence, diversity, and redress in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan.

Preference will be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups, including candidates with disabilities.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within six weeks of the closing date, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.