Clinical Psychology Internship 2027 at Northern Cape Mental Health Hospital
The Northern Cape Department of Health is inviting applications for three Clinical Psychology Internship positions at the Northern Cape Mental Health Hospital (NCMHH) in Kimberley.
The internships are contract positions running from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027. Successful interns will receive a salary of R741,502 per annum.
Clinical Psychology Internship 2027
Department: Northern Cape Department of Health
Position: Clinical Psychology Internship
Reference: NCDOH 78/2026
Number of posts: 3
Centre: Northern Cape Mental Health Hospital, Kimberley
Contract period: 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027
Salary: R741,502 per annum
Closing date: 24 August 2026
Requirements
Applicants must meet the requirements set by the HPCSA for registration as an intern psychologist in 2027.
The advertisement specifically requires applicants to have:
- Successfully completed M1 as a student psychologist.
- The ability to register as an intern psychologist in 2027.
- An Honours Degree in Psychology.
- Successfully completed the M1 theoretical component.
- A thesis or dissertation component that is well underway.
- A significant portion of the Master’s thesis or dissertation already completed.
- Written confirmation from the research supervisor regarding progress on the research component.
- Computer literacy.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Professionalism and a good work ethic.
Clinical Psychology Internship Duties
Successful interns will gain practical experience in several areas of clinical psychology.
The advertised responsibilities include:
- Conducting inpatient and outpatient clinical assessments.
- Providing clinical interventions.
- Participating in forensic services.
- Conducting 30-day observations.
- Supporting state patient interventions.
- Conducting psychometric assessments.
- Performing general clinical and administrative tasks.
- Participating in academic programmes.
- Taking part in case presentations.
- Participating in journal club activities.
- Participating in ethics programmes.
This makes the opportunity relevant to psychology graduates who are progressing towards professional registration and want supervised practical experience in a mental health setting.
Where Is the Internship Based?
All three posts are based at the:
Northern Cape Mental Health Hospital (NCMHH)
Kimberley, Northern Cape
The hospital is the designated centre for the advertised internship positions.
Contract Duration and Salary
The Clinical Psychology Internship 2027 is offered on a fixed-term contract.
Start date: 1 January 2027
End date: 31 December 2027
Salary: R741,502 per annum
There are three internship posts available.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted using the new prescribed Z83 application form, accompanied by a detailed and comprehensive CV.
The CV should include positions held, dates and key performance responsibilities.
Applications can be:
- Hand delivered to Northern Cape Mental Health Hospital, Portion 84, Number 80 on R31, Barkly Road, Kimberley, 8301.
- Emailed to NCHEALTHNMH@NCPG.GOV.ZA.
Applicants who hand deliver their applications must complete an application register.
If applying for more than one post, the Department requires separate applications for each post.
Documents Required
At the application stage, candidates must submit:
- A completed and signed Z83 form.
- A detailed and comprehensive CV.
Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents are only requested from shortlisted candidates before or on the day of the interview, following communication from the Department.
Application Closing Date
The closing date for the Clinical Psychology Internship 2027 is:
24 August 2026
Applicants should ensure that their applications reach the Department before the closing date.
Important Information for Applicants
Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, qualification and employment verification.
Where applicable, candidates may also be required to complete a skills or knowledge test. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Successful candidates will also be expected to sign a performance agreement.
The Department states that if an applicant has not been contacted within eight weeks after the closing date, they should consider their application unsuccessful.
Enquiries
For enquiries about the internship, contact:
Raghshanda Anthony
Telephone: (053) 802 3618 / 053 802 3600
Final Thoughts
The Clinical Psychology Internship 2027 offers three contract opportunities for eligible psychology graduates at Northern Cape Mental Health Hospital in Kimberley.
The internship runs for 12 months and offers a salary of R741,502 per annum. Applicants must meet the relevant HPCSA requirements and have progressed sufficiently with the theoretical and research components of their Master’s studies.
Eligible candidates should prepare the new Z83 form and a detailed CV, then submit their application by 24 August 2026.
Closing date: 24 August 2026 and the Reference: NCDOH 78/2026
Download the official vacancy PDF here AND Check for the Z83 Application Form Here
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