Wellness Programme Internship at AVBOB

AVBOB Mutual Assurance Society invites energetic and motivated unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Employee Assistance and Wellness Programme Internship based in Centurion, Gauteng. This workplace development initiative offers an outstanding platform for candidates who are deeply passionate about employee wellbeing, mental health support, trauma containment, and holistic organisational health initiatives. Successful interns will gain practical, hands-on exposure to corporate wellness strategies within one of South Africa's leading mutual assurance organisations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration, coordination, and day-to-day operations of corporate Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) initiatives.

• Support wellness team members in planning, facilitating, and executing health, wellness, and mental health awareness campaigns.

• Help monitor and respond to initial employee wellness inquiries while strictly observing professional ethics and confidentiality guidelines.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to promote physical, emotional, and psychological health initiatives across the workforce.

• Prepare wellness reports, maintain accurate records, and manage documentation using MS Office applications.

• Participate actively in learning opportunities, peer debriefing sessions, and professional development workshops provided by the organisation.

Why Join the Company

AVBOB is a deeply respected South African mutual assurance society committed to community empowerment and internal talent growth. By joining this structured internship programme, candidates will work under the mentorship of seasoned wellness professionals, gain exposure to corporate healthcare and psychological interventions, and build an impactful foundation for long-term career growth in human capital and wellness advisory.

Application Strategy (Exclusive)

• Align Your Behavioural Science Degree: Tailor your CV to clearly spotlight your qualification in Psychology, Social Work, or Industrial Psychology, highlighting specific coursework related to counselling, psychopathology, or organisational development.

• Demonstrate EAP Knowledge: In your motivational statement or CV summary, specifically reference your understanding of South African Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) principles, proactive wellness models, and confidentiality standards.

• Showcase Communication Competence: Emphasise practical experiences such as peer mentoring, volunteer crisis counselling, or academic research presentations that demonstrate strong interpersonal empathy and effective written communication.

Interview Preparation

Candidates shortlisted for this position should prepare for situational and behavioural questions, such as:

• "How would you handle a situation where an employee approaches you in emotional distress while ensuring strict confidentiality and ethical boundaries?"

• "What innovative strategies would you implement to encourage employees to actively participate in workplace wellness and mental health initiatives?"

Sharpen your interview delivery and practice structuring your responses by using the Xhosadev Interview Simulator.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted directly through AVBOB's official recruitment portal. Click here to apply for this role.

Salary is estimated based on market research.

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Industrial Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioural science field.

• Foundational knowledge of Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) principles and operational practices.

• South African citizen aged between 18 and 35 years.

• Basic understanding of counselling frameworks, mental health, trauma support, and employee wellness.

• Proficiency in computer literacy (MS Office Suite).

• High level of professional integrity and proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

• Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and a strong willingness to learn.