Counselling Student Practitioner (Supervised) - Intern

About CYPHER

The Centre for Youth Work Practice Harnessing Evidence & Research (CYPHER) is the only youth work charity in Singapore that utilises an evidence-based and peer-reviewed framework for youth interventions developed specifically for the local context. Through our services, we aim to advance professional practice and strengthen the evidence base of youth work as well as allied helping professions, remaining the only charity in Singapore dedicated exclusively to this mission.

CYPHER is a registered charity (UEN: 201942228D) and a member of the National Council of Social Service (NCSS). Please learn more about us at https://cyphersg.com/ or contact us at [email protected] for more information.

Position Overview

CYPHER is seeking Student Practitioners (Supervised) to gain practitioner-led experience across the charity's operational, research, and clinical service functions. This arrangement supports CYPHER's commitment to strengthening the connection between higher education, professional development, and frontline practice.

Placements comprise three tracks, and students will be rotated across all three based on their training, competencies, and academic placement requirements.

Placement Opportunities and Key Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical operations and administrative functions
• Conduct literature reviews
• Conduct research on selected topics and clinical best practices
• Assist with designing surveys, focus groups, and interviews
• Support data analysis to identify patterns, needs, and opportunities (qualitative & quantitative)
• Assist with the preparation of research briefs, summaries, and presentations
• Undertake other research-related tasks
• Assist with clinical/non-clinical programme development
• Assist with intervention programmes and other clinical work (planning, implementation, and evaluation)

Learning & Development Opportunities

Successful candidates may gain exposure to:

• Real-world experience in core operational and administrative functions
• Practical experience in social science and clinical research, and clinical programme development
• Skills in data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Practical experience in youth work, including programme planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Skills in developing a therapeutic alliance and basic clinical skills
• Development of interpersonal, communication, and project management skills
• Exposure to non-profit strategy, clinical operations, and community engagement strategies
• Case management skills

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, or a related discipline
• Genuine interest in evidence-based practice, and non-profit work
• Openness to learning CYPHER's clinical frameworks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and professional maturity
• Applicants will be assessed for readiness, commitment, and ethical conduct (mandatory)

Working Arrangement

• Nature of work is dependent on assignment. Some roles allow flexible work-from-home arrangements, with weekly online or in-person supervision meetings.

Remuneration

This is an unpaid internship role.

Why Join CYPHER

• Be part of Singapore's only youth work charity that utilises an evidence-based framework developed for local youth
• Be part of a clinical centre where practice meets research, not just service delivery
• Receive structured supervision, learning, and development support
• Meaningful frontline engagement with those who need it most
• Opportunity to contribute to sector-wide impact, practice improvement, and research
• Supportive culture that values reflection, innovation, and practitioner growth

How to Apply

Please submit (either via LinkedIn or the email below):

• Your complete CV
• Latest Academic Transcript
• Active MOE Registration of coaches and instructors approval email (if applicable)
• Your earliest availability to start

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For enquiries, please contact MsFaith at [email protected]