Social Work Internships in Cape Town
Program Overview
Social work internships in Cape Town aren't for everyone, and that's exactly the point. These placements attract people willing to trade daily comfort for real, direct work with some of the city's most vulnerable communities, from clinics supporting patients affected by HIV/AIDS to shelters assisting survivors of abuse. If that sounds daunting rather than appealing, this probably isn't the interns...
Social work internships in Cape Town aren't for everyone, and that's exactly the point. These placements attract people willing to trade daily comfort for real, direct work with some of the city's most vulnerable communities, from clinics supporting patients affected by HIV/AIDS to shelters assisting survivors of abuse. If that sounds daunting rather than appealing, this probably isn't the internship for you. If it sounds like exactly the kind of work you want to be doing, keep reading.
You'll work alongside established South African social workers across one of several focus areas: child and family social work, building skills in counseling and family dynamics; healthcare social work, providing psychosocial support in hospitals and clinics; community development and much more. Placements...
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- Short Term
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- Social Work
Updated Sep 14, 2026
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Locations
- Cape Town, South Africa
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Guest House
- Independent living
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Transcript
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- Short Term
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
Starts At
- 4-12 weeks: $3,275
Refund Policy
Other
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- You can specialize in child and family social work, healthcare social work, community development, or social justice, depending on your interests and skills.
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