Counseling & Psychology Internships in South Africa
by: VACorps
VACorps offers internship placements in Counseling and Psychology in Cape Town, South Africa to interested individuals with a background in Psychology. Previous experience in counseling is encouraged, though not required. Many South African children have been infected, orphaned, and made vulnerable by the HIV/AIDS pandemic. This internship opportunity is ideal for those who have a passion for he...
VACorps offers internship placements in Counseling and Psychology in Cape Town, South Africa to interested individuals with a background in Psychology. Previous experience in counseling is encouraged, though not required. Many South African children have been infected, orphaned, and made vulnerable by the HIV/AIDS pandemic. This internship opportunity is ideal for those who have a passion for helping people from disadvantaged backgrounds and are comfortable with sensitive issues surrounding HIV/AIDS. The internship is also perfect for students studying or considering a career in counseling, social work, or work related to HIV/AIDS. This placement will afford participants the flexibility to focus on their area of interest and work with a certain demographic or with people of all ages. Du...
Program Highlights
Make a direct, positive impact on the lives of the children and families you work with.
Engage in mutually beneficial experiential learning that allows you to learn and grow.
Enjoy free weekly Friday Excursions that take place in the afternoon.
Socialize with other interns through a broad range of activities, from wine tasting to hiking in Table Mountain National Park.
Receive 24-hour support and assistance.
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Quick Details
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Short Term
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- Anthropology
- Counseling
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- All Nationalities
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Finding Myself in South Africa
July 22, 2026by: Sara S. - United StatesI chose Cape Town because I'd never been to Africa and always wanted to visit. I thought interning and traveling around South Africa would be a truly unique experience — and it was. I loved learning about the different cultures here and the lived experiences of the people I met along the way. My internship gave me a deeper understanding of how the medical and mental health systems work in South Africa, and the models and practices used in the field. Beyond the internship itself, I learned so much about the world and about myself. One of the biggest highlights was traveling to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and encountering an elephant in the wild-- an experience I'll never forget. I also loved living near the beach and being fully immersed in the day-to-day rhythm of life in Cape Town. The support from the VAC team made all the difference. Knowing I could reach out anytime I needed something gave me real peace of mind throughout the program. I'm so grateful for the whole experience.
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Locations
- Cape Town, South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Anthropology
- Counseling
- Psychology
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- Short Term
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo
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Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
Refund Policy
Other
Accommodation Options
- Independent living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
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Leah Kaylor
Participated in 2014
Leah is a master's student at John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City. She had the opportunity to complete a Master's level internship i...
Leah Kaylor
Participated in 2014
I actually found VACorps because an ad came up on my Facebook newsfeed. I honestly thought it was way too good to be true and almost passed it up thinking it was some type of Internet scam. But my curiosity got the better of me (I’m glad it did) and I clicked on the link. I was immediately taken to a webpage showing me all the amazing internships and activities VACorps had to offer. I was hooked! I scoured the entire website reading everything about the company. Soon after, I found myself emailing VACorps to start finding my dream internship.
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VACorps offers internship placements in Counseling and Psychology in Cape Town, South Africa to interested individuals with a background in Psychology. Previous experience in counseling is encouraged, though not required. Many South African children have been infected, orphaned, and made vulnerable by the HIV/AIDS pandemic. This internship opportunity is ideal for those who have a passion for helping people from disadvantaged backgrounds and are comfortable with sensitive issues surrounding HIV/AIDS. The internship is also perfect for students studying or considering a career in counseling, social work, or work related to HIV/AIDS. This placement will afford participants the flexibility to focus on their area of interest and work with a certain demographic or with people of all ages. Du...
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Ready to Learn More?
VACorps offers internship placements in Counseling and Psychology in Cape Town, South Africa to interested individuals with a background in Psychology. Previous experience in counseling is encouraged, though not required. Many South African children have been infected, orphaned, and made vulnerable by the HIV/AIDS pandemic. This internship opportunity is ideal for those who have a passion for helping people from disadvantaged backgrounds and are comfortable with sensitive issues surrounding HIV/AIDS. The internship is also perfect for students studying or considering a career in counseling, social work, or work related to HIV/AIDS. This placement will afford participants the flexibility to focus on their area of interest and work with a certain demographic or with people of all ages. Du...
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