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Psychology Assistant Internship 2026

Ideal time commitment
The duration of the placement is a minimum of 8 months and up to an academic year, beginning in September 2026. Minimum placement days: 3 days a week.
Team
Therapy
Location
Old Street, London (in-person)
Closing date

We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist Intern to begin a placement in September 2026.

 

Eligibility:

Individuals currently studying a BSc or MSc in Psychology (or related human science)

OR

Individuals who have completed psychology/human science to at least a degree level and wish to build on their clinical skills.

Applicants would need to have the right to work in the UK (we are unable to offer sponsorship opportunities).

Applicants would need to be able to work in the HBF offices for the duration of the placement - this is not a remote role.

 

Placement summary:

 

The placement is within a human rights charity providing specialised care to survivors of human cruelty, state torture and human trafficking. The therapy department specialises in offering trauma focused interventions and as part of the placement you will:

 

- Engage in self directed learning regarding trauma focused therapy.

-Complete clinical Needs and Risks assessments of the client group.

-Conduct brief psychological interventions for symptoms management of post traumatic stress disorder and other psychological presentations such as Depression and Anxiety.

-Support research within the department (i.e. data collection or date entry)

- Case work for clients of the organisation.

- Administrative tasks and professional liaison.

- Engage in Multidisciplinary and multi-agency work across departments and organisations.

 

You will:

- Receive clinical supervision from a clinical psychologist within the therapy team.

-Receive specialist training in working with asylum seekers and refugees affected by trauma.

- Gain a strong understanding of human rights and the advocacy work within it.

- Gain a strong understanding about the legal, housing, integration and health needs of individuals seeking asylum and refugees.

- Develop trauma informed clinical expertise to support survivors of human trafficking.

- Work with psychologist, psychotherapists, assistant psychologists and researchers within the therapy team.

- Be part of a warm and welcoming team in a nurturing and supportive environment.

- Receive travel and lunch expenses * (*capped amount).

 

Successful applicants will need to be DBS checked, have occupational health clearance and references checked. 

 

Please attach a brief CV (2 pages maximum) and a covering letter below, explaining:

  • Why you would be suitable for this placement
  • What you hope to contribute to the placement (i.e. human rights interests or experience, clinical or research experience).
  • What you would like to achieve from this placement.
  • When you would be available to start this placement.
  • Names of 2 people who can provide a reference for you.

 

Equal Opportunities

Our commitment to principles of equity, diversity and inclusion is an integral part of our approach to our clients, our volunteers and our staff, and we are an equal opportunities and Living Wage employer. We are committed to attracting and recruiting diverse candidates because we are keen to make sure that all our staff, trustees, volunteers and ambassadors reflect the communities we serve and the wider community we work in.

We genuinely welcome and encourage applications from a range of backgrounds, especially people of colour, people with disabilities, people from low socio-economic backgrounds, refugees, stateless people and others with lived experience of forced migration or trauma.

Download full job description here.

​To apply, please add your details and upload your CV and cover letter and CV, and press submit to answer some short questions.

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