Absa: Industrial and Organisational Psychology Internships 2027

Who can apply

• Must be a South African citizen
• Must have strong academic performance in Honours
• Must have completed M1 or be on track to complete M1 by January 2027
• Must be registered as a Student Psychologist with the HPCSA
• Must be based in Johannesburg from 01 February 2027 to the end of January 2028

How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to Absa - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

Full details

Absa Group Limited invites South African Industrial and Organisational Psychology Masters students to apply for the Industrial and Organisational Psychology Internship Programme 2027.

Internship Application Closing Date: Not specified

Internship Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

About the Absa Industrial and Organisational Psychology Internship 2027

Absa Group Limited is offering an Industrial and Organisational Psychology Internship Programme for 2027.

This is a one-year internship programme accredited with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). The programme is designed to upskill Industrial Psychology Masters students towards registering as Industrial Psychologists in independent practice.

The internship gives aspiring Industrial and Organisational Psychologists practical exposure within a dynamic Pan-African banking environment while helping them meet professional registration requirements.

Programme Duration

The internship will run for 12 months.

Interns must be Johannesburg-based from 01 February 2027 to the end of January 2028.

Interns are required to complete 260 days of the programme within the 12-month period.

Programme Domains

The internship programme includes the following six domains:

• Organisational psychology
• Human resource / personnel psychology
• Career psychology and employee wellness / wellbeing
• Testing and assessment
• Elective project
• Professional ethics

Interns are required to complete all domains during the internship period.

Supervision and Evaluation

During the internship, interns will be assigned two supervisors:

• An internal senior Industrial Psychologist within Absa
• An external Industrial Psychologist from a recognised academic institution

Interns will be evaluated through a logbook and quarterly reports while contributing meaningfully to the organisation and the Industrial Psychology profession.

What the Internship Offers

This HPCSA-accredited internship gives aspiring Industrial and Organisational Psychologists an opportunity to:

• Build practical industry-relevant experience
• Work in a dynamic Pan-African banking environment
• Learn from experienced professionals and mentors
• Contribute to meaningful organisational projects
• Fulfil professional internship requirements
• Accelerate career growth in Industrial Psychology

Who Should Apply?

Absa is looking for candidates who want to work in a dynamic professional environment and gain exposure to a strong network of professionals.

Applicants should be interested in structured development, cross-cultural learning and building skills that prepare them for the future world of work.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Ideal Candidate

This internship is suitable for applicants who:

• Are passionate about Industrial and Organisational Psychology
• Want to register as Industrial Psychologists in independent practice
• Are motivated to gain practical workplace experience
• Can work in a structured professional development programme
• Are willing to learn from supervisors and mentors
• Are interested in employee wellbeing, assessment, organisational development and human behaviour at work

Skills You May Develop

During the internship, successful candidates may develop skills in:

• Organisational psychology practice
• Human resource psychology
• Employee wellness and wellbeing
• Career psychology
• Psychometric testing and assessment
• Professional ethics
• Report writing
• Stakeholder engagement
• Project work
• Cross-cultural competence
• Workplace consulting

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official application portal.

Click here to apply for Absa Industrial and Organisational Psychology Internship 2027

Applicants should complete the online application and ensure that all required information is submitted before the opportunity closes.

Closing Date

The closing date was not specified in the provided advert.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the opportunity closes.

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