The Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) offers psychology internships in 2024 through their Presidential Youth Programme.
The Department Employment and Labour would like qualifying graduates to apply to participate in a Presidential Youth Programme. The various psychology internships are meant to provide work exposure to graduate for a period of 8 months.
Details of Psychology Internships:
- Position title: Presidential Youth Programme Year 2024/2025
- Duration: 8 months contract
- Salary: R7450.63 per month
- Location: South Africa
- Closing Date: 03 June 2024
Locations:
The Psychology Internships positions are available in various provincial offices across South Africa. The specific locations with the number of openings advertised in May 2024 were:
- Gauteng – Reference number: HR4/24/06/01GP (50 Positions)
- KwaZulu-Natal – Reference number: HR4/24/06/02KZN (29 Positions)
- Eastern Cape – Reference number: HR4/24/03EC (31 Positions)
- Western Cape – Reference number: HR4/24/06/04WC (22 Positions)
- Mpumalanga – Reference number: HR4/24/06/05MP (25 Positions)
- North West – Reference number: HR4/24/06/06NW (20 Positions)
- Northern Cape – Reference number: HR4/24/06/07NC (14 Positions)
- Limpopo – Reference number: HR4/24/06/08LP (24 Positions)
- Free State – Reference number: HR4/24/06/09FS (20 Positions)
Responsibilities
Interns in the Presidential Youth Programme will engage in a variety of tasks, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the field of psychology and employment services. Here is a detailed breakdown of the responsibilities:
- Scheduling Appointments: Assist in setting up appointments for clients with Employment Counsellors.
- Documentation: Help maintain accurate records and files related to employment counselling sessions.
- Resource Management: Organize and manage counselling materials and resources, including brochures, pamphlets, and digital information.
- Labour Market Analysis: Gather and analyze data on current labour market trends to inform employment counselling strategies.
- Report Writing: Prepare detailed reports summarizing research findings and suggesting improvements to counselling practices.
- Surveys and Questionnaires: Design and distribute surveys to understand job seekers’ needs and challenges, and compile the results for strategic planning.
- Job Postings: Assist in creating and posting job vacancies on various platforms, ensuring they reach a wide audience.
- Screening Applicants: Help screen resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates for job openings.
- Interview Coordination: Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and employers, and assist in the interview process.
- Feedback Collection: Gather and organize feedback from employers and candidates to improve the recruitment process.
- Outreach Programs: Assist in organizing outreach programs and workshops to promote the department’s services to the community.
- Profile Creation: Create detailed profiles for job seekers in the departmental database, including their qualifications and job preferences.
- Job Matching: Use the database to match job seekers with suitable job opportunities and refer them to potential employers.
- Follow-up: Conduct follow-up calls and meetings with registered job seekers to monitor their progress and provide additional support as needed.
- Training and Development: Attend training sessions and workshops to enhance your skills and knowledge in employment services and counselling.
- Feedback Implementation: Act on feedback from supervisors and colleagues to improve personal performance and contribute to team success.
Requirements
- Three years relevant tertiary qualification majoring in:
- Psychology
- or Industrial Psychology
How to Apply
Reference No: Use the reference given depending on the location you choose.
Applications must be submitted with a Z83 form and must be accompanied by recently updated CV. The reference number and position you are applying for on your application form must be indicated when making the application.
Post applications to the relevant Address from the list given below:
Gauteng
Post to: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: PO Box 4560, Johannesburg ,2000
Or hand deliver at: 77 De Korte Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2000
Kwazulu-Natal
Post to: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: PO Box, 940 Durban, 4000.
Or hand deliver at: 267 Anton Lembede Street, Royal Hotel Building, Durban, 4001
Eastern Cape
Post to: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private X9001, East London, 5200.
Or hand deliver at: Laboria Building,03 Hill Street, East London CBD 5200
Western Cape
Post to: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: PO Box 872, Cape Town, 8000.
Or hand deliver at: 9 Long street, Cnr Riebeeck and Long Street, Cape Town, 8000
Mpumalanga
Post to: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X7263, Emalahleni, 1035.
Or hand deliver at: Labour Building, c/o Hoffmeyer and Beatty Avenue
North-West
Post to: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X2040, Mmabatho, 2735
Or hand deliver at: Provident House, University Drive, Mmabatho.
Northern Cape
Post to: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X 5012, Kimberley 8300.
Or hand deliver at: Laboria House. Corner Pniel and Compound Street, Kimberley
Limpopo
Post to: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X 9368, Polokwane, 0700
Or hand deliver at 42a Schoeman Street, Polokwane
Free State
Chief Director: Provincial Operations: PO. Box 522, Bloemfontein,9300.
Or hand deliver at: 43 Charlotte Maxeke Street, Laboria House, Bloemfontein, 9300
The Presidential Youth Programme 2024/2025 offers a significant opportunity for young South African graduates to kickstart their careers. By participating in this programme, graduates will not only gain valuable work experience but also contribute to the broader goal of enhancing the country’s workforce. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and take the first step towards a promising career.
