Psychology
Global Internship Abroad

Psychology

CEA CAPA Internships Abroad is continuously broadening our internship opportunities around the world and takes care to align each internship with an intern’s experience and area of interest.

Please note some internship abroad placements may need candidates to have completed upper-level courses in the respective area, possess specific set of skills, and/or be capable of demonstrating knowledge. Here is a sample of what psychology global internships abroad can entail.

*Note: Health-related internships allow interns to understand global health issues and support services. Health-related internships commonly focus on the administrative, educational, and/or support of the industry and do not often include patient-facing work.

Sample Position Description

Explore the fascinating field of Psychology, where the study of human behavior and mental well-being leads to meaningful impacts across various domains. Some duties may include but are not limited to:

1. Supporting Research Activities: Contribute to research activities by organizing study materials, gathering data, and assisting with literature reviews to support ongoing projects.

2. Facilitating Administrative Tasks: Manage administrative tasks by maintaining files, scheduling appointments, and preparing documents for research or clinical activities.

3. Coordinating Office Supplies: Oversee office supply management by ordering materials, organizing inventory, and ensuring that necessary resources are available for staff.

4. Shadowing Clinical Sessions: Observe clinical sessions and professional interactions by taking notes and tracking session details without direct patient contact.

5. Assisting with Workshop Preparation: Support workshop preparation by preparing materials, organizing participant information, and setting up venues for educational or training sessions.

Competency & Skill Development

Displayed below are examples of industry-specific competencies and transferable skills previous interns have developed through our internship placements. Every internship is crafted to align with the distinct goals of the intern and the requirements of their industry. This customization is identified through our placement process and expands as the intern begins their internship and engages with their supervisor.

Industry Specific Competency & Transferable Skill Development:

1. Organizational Skills — Managing administrative tasks, research activities, and office supplies to support efficient operations in a psychology practice or research setting.
2. Attention to Detail — Ensuring precision in scheduling, file maintenance, and material preparation to uphold high standards in research and administrative tasks.
3. Communication Skills — Facilitating effective communication within the team by preparing documents, scheduling appointments, and managing resources.
4. Research Skills — Assisting with research activities by organizing materials, gathering data, and supporting literature reviews for academic or clinical projects.
5. Observation Skills — Observing clinical sessions and professional interactions to gain insight into the field while maintaining a non-interactive role with patients.