Internship and Job Opportunities

The lack of experience is often the deterrent for many students seeking jobs. So how do you gain experience if no one is willing to hire you? Participate in internships!

About ASAS Internships:

• Students volunteer time and effort in exchange for practical experience.
• Students are placed in a structured work environment, supervised by a professional in the field. Depending on the organizations, there might be supervision fees charged.
• Our internship programs are not compulsory for graduation.

Benefits of Internships:

• • Gain Valuable Work Experience That Employers Seek
  • Apply Skills and Knowledge Gain in Classrooms

• • Gain Industry Knowledge and Understand If This Is Right For You
  • Build Important Networking Contacts for Future Job Opportunities

• Increase Your Marketability by Boosting Your Resumes
• Increase Self-Confidence and Personal Growth

Application Criteria and Procedure:

• It is advisable for students to have completed at least 80% of course curriculum with a minimum GPA of 2.3 at the point of Application for Internship.
• ASAS assumes no responsibility and liability for any dispute with the centre.
• Students who meet the above criteria, please email advisor@asasedu.com for an appointment.

Listed below are the organizations that ASAS recommend students to gain work experience.

Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore (MINDS)

Arium School of Art & Sciences has partnered with  Movement of the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore (MINDS) to offer an 8 weeks internship program for Specialist Diploma students who wants to gain experience in the Special Needs Sector. Students who complete the 50% of their course modules and has a GPA of 2.0 and above are welcome to apply. For more details on MINDS: click here

This internship is only available for these  Specialist Diploma students from ASAS.

• Specialist Diploma in Psychology Studies
• Specialist Diploma in Special Needs Education
• Specialist Diploma in Child Psychology

Job Summary

• To perform the tasks of teaching, training, supervising, maintaining and developing the functioning level of client to function adequately and independently in the areas of Activities of Daily Living, Community Living, Social and Recreational Skills
• Assist Training Officer to plan and implement Individual Training Programme (ITP) & vocational training programme.
• Collaboratively work with trainees’ families in the implementation of trainees’ ITPs.
• Manage day to day pre-vocational training for trainees
• Implement motivational and behaviour management plans for trainees.
• Implement and monitor trainees’ security and safety procedures.

For more details on the MINDS paid internship, click here

Interested applicants, please email opsadmin@asasedu.com with your latest CV

Job Opportunity at MINDS – Training Officer

Work environment is a day activities centre or a sheltered workshop for Persons with Intellectual Disability (PWIDs) of age 19 and above.

As a Training Officer, you must be prepared to:

1. Clean up PWIDs who soiled themselves at times.
2. Attend training, workshops, or short courses sponsored by MINDS.  This is to equip our staff with competencies required for the role.
3. Work Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm

* Salary of a Training Officer is in the range of $1700 to $2500 per month with attractive benefits.

If you are keen to be part of our Training Officer team, please click HERE for Job Description and kindly assist to fill up this questionnaire and we will get in contact with you soon.

You may also send us a copy of your updated resume to rebecca.ng@minds.org.sg

Please ensure you have included all these information inside your resume:

• Last drawn and expected salary*
• Availability to start work upon job offer
• Reasons for leaving current and past employment
• Reason for applying the position

For more information about EDCs , please click HERE.

The Relational Counseling Studio

The Relational consists of a team of psychologists, counsellors, supervisors and trainers with different specialties. Their services include psychotherapy, family counselling, group therapy, couple therapy, child therapy and professional coaching. The team is completely international with specialists from USA, Australia, Europe, India and Singapore.

Practicum – 150 hours

For more information on The Relational, please visit www.therelational.com

MindChamps Allied Care

MindChamps Allied Care uses evidence-based practice, an integration of research evidence with clinical expertise and your child’s values and preference to achieve improved therapy outcomes. The MindChamps Allied Care team strongly believes in working closely with family to support child’s development. This is an unpaid internship, undertaken on a voluntary basis.

Internship Hours

Interns would be required to work on:

• Saturday (9am – 12pm) or
• Saturday (1.30pm – 4.30pm) or
• Sunday (9am – 12pm)

You are required to commit for at least 3 months to 6 months.

Job Description for Interns

1. Classroom support involving teaching pedagogy for children with various abilities

2. Alongside the psychologist, design and implement behavioural interventions with a focus on teaching children how to develop effective cognitive skills, learning strategies, personal and social skills.

3. Assisting the psychologist with social skills group work based on formulation of each student’s strengths and needs, while taking into account the group dynamics.

4. Participate in using research to formulate strategies for parents to use in the form of flyers

Click here for more information on MindChamps Allied Care.

How To Apply

Interested applicants should email Linda at advisor@asasedu.com and attach your latest CV.

Kidz Treehouse by Kowabunga Education Pte. Ltd

With more than 12 years of extensive research and experience in the education industry, Kidz Treehouse has developed a premium student care program  focused on the children’s holistic development through experiencing the beauty of nature.

Internship Opportunities

Kidz Treehouse is offering a 6 months paid internship program for ASAS students who are currently taking programs in  the areas of Child Psychology, Educational Psychology, Counseling Psychology or Special Needs Education.

Interns would be required to work from Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.

Job Summary

• Develop children’s’ character via value-based curriculum
• Coach and mentor primary school children in their homework for English language, Mathematics, Science and/or Chinese language subjects
• Conduct enrichment programmes (Art & Craft, Patch Farming, Outdoor Games)
• Maintain regular communication with parents on their children’s character development and academic progress
• Ensuring safety and security of the children at all times
• Develop creative syllabus and lesson plans

Requirements

• Minimum O Levels (and above)
• Strong passion for teaching children
• Prior experience in student care or teaching is desired
• Interact well with children and parents
• A deep Love and Care for children
• Enjoy nature, Fun natured

Work Location

• Numerous branches around Singapore available

More information on Kidz Treehouse can be found here at https://kidztreehouse.com.sg/

FaithActs

FaithActs is a non-profit community care service serving the needs of children, youths, families and seniors in Queenstown since 2004. The centre is located at Blk 50, Commonwealth Drive, # 01- 506, Singapore 142050. We aim to reach out and impact the lives of people through the provision of programmes and services which meet community needs and alleviate social problems, regardless of their ethnic, socio-economic and religious backgrounds.

Internship Opportunities
We are offering a 3-month paid internship to ASAS students who are keen to explore working in the social work sector. Interns will gain exposure in working directly with children, youth and families in the community. On-the-job training will be provided to enable interns to engage our beneficiaries successfully.

Volunteer Opportunities
All students are welcome to volunteer in our programmes to impact the lives of our beneficiaries. The programmes available are:

Volunteers will be issued a letter of certification or testimonial depending on the number of hours served.

More information on our children and youth programs can be found here at http://www.faithacts.org.sg/

Youth Guidance Outreach Services

Youth Guidance Outreach Services (YGOS) began working with troubled youth since 1983, in response to an increasing awareness of youth-at-risk. As a Christian-value based youth services organization (YSO), it seeks to reach out and help these young people to return to mainstream and adopt a lifestyle that makes a positive contribution to society.

Volunteer with YGOS

YGOS is welcoming students as volunteers as well. Volunteer duties may include assisting in conducting casework, various group work sessions, family intervention and intake assessment for walk-in counseling cases. Other duties includes weekly drop in activities for neighborhood youths, street contact and outreach activities.
 
Internship with YGOS

YGOS is providing a 150 hours practicum and a 90 hours practicum. The main duties of a student intern will include assisting in conducting casework, group work and family intervention, home visit family support, conducting of introductory meeting at Police Station and intake assessment for counseling cases.

Practicum A (150 hours)

• Direct contact (100 hours) – Conduct individual counseling, family intervention, group work and casework

• Non contact (40 hours) – Case report writing and case discussion

• Clinical Supervision (10 hours) – Case formulation and case presentation

Practicum B (90 hours)

• Direct contact (50 hours) – Conduct individual counseling, family intervention, group work and casework

• Non contact (34 hours) – Case report writing and case discussion

• Clinical Supervision (6 hours) – Case formulation and case presentation

Students taking the Graduate Diploma programs will be eligible to apply for the internship. Students who have successfully completed their practicum will receive a reference letter from YGOS.

For more information on Youth Guidance Outreach Service please visit: http://ygos.sg/

Club HEAL

Club HEAL believes in nurturing positive and meaningful experiences between volunteers and clients. Do join us if:

• You would like to contribute to Club HEAL’s programmes
• Aged 16 years old and above
• Able to attend Club HEAL’s training sessions

This is how you can become a volunteer in Club HEAL.

Club HEAL welcomes volunteers to partake in their activities. Interested students can refer here for the voluntary roles and application process and here to complete the volunteer form.

For more information on Club Heal, please visit: http://www.clubheal.org.sg/

Singapore Personal Counselling Service

Singapore Personal Counselling Service (SPCS) collaborates with ASAS to provide students the hours needed to complete their practicum / internship. Upon successful completion, students will be awarded Certificate of Completion by SPCS.

Students will be given an opportunity to observe cases in non-profit organizations such as welfare homes for the aged, children orphanage homes, student care, child care, family centers, etc. Site supervisor will be arranged to ensure students gain sufficient experience before they embark their career journey.

Practicum A – 150 hours

Practicum B – 120 hours

Practicum C – 50 hours

For more information on SPCS, please visit http://www.spcscounselling.com/

The Therapy Room 

The Therapy Room prides itself as a centre that incorporates different psychological techniques to manage the client’s concerns in the most effective way. The Therapy Room is committed to helping their clients reach their maximum potential in their well being. They offer a range of psychological services and therapeutic interventions including: psychological interventions (e.g. depression, addictions), psychological tests (e.g. personality, intelligence) and hold workshops and talks (e.g. stress management).

The Therapy Rooms provides minimum 150 hours of internship of which a minimum of 12 hours will be face-to-face supervision.

* This internship is only available for Graduate Diploma students from ASAS.

For more information, please visit The Therapy Room at https://www.thetherapyroom.com.sg/

Yayasan MENDAKI

Yayasan MENDAKI (Council for the Development of Singapore Malay/Muslim Community) is a pioneer Self-Help Group formed in 1982 dedicated to empower the community through excellence in education, in the context of a multi-racial and multi-religious Singapore. For students who are looking at a career in Counseling, Psychology, Criminology or Social Welfare, this is a great opportunity and should not be missed.

A. Mendaki Volunteer Programs available to ASAS Students

a. Mentoring students between the ages of 10 – 17 (Youth-in-Action)

b. Early Childhood Programs:

i. Befrienders; and/ or

ii. Child Minders

c. Talks/ Sharing during Mentoring Training for Mendaki Mentors

B. Benefits for ASAS Students

a. Hours volunteered can be considered towards a letter of recommendation

b. Students will be able to gain practical insights as well as administrative experience

c. Students will have the opportunity to be involved in real life situations which will be invaluable

More information on MENDAKI and its Volunteer programs can be found here https://volunteers.mendaki.org.sg/

Regional Human Skills

Arium School of Art & Sciences has partnered with Human Region Skills to offer mentorship programs for Graduate Diploma students who wants to gain experience in the counselling profession. Students who complete the 150hrs of mentoring program with Human Region Skills will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by Regional Human Skills and endorsed by the Association of Psychotherapists and Counsellors (Singapore) (APACS http://apacs.org.sg/)

More information on Regional Human Skills can be found here http://smspsych.com/

Below is the breakdown below on the 150hrs training program:

Internship Posting Disclaimer

ASAS posts notices of internship and field experience opportunities as a service to students. ASAS do not have any supervisory or administrative role in any of these programs. We do not review, nor does it render an opinion as to the safety and quality of any of these internship or field experience programs and placement sites and do not in any way represents or acts as agent of the internship or field experience placement sites.

Students assume all responsibility to investigate and to become informed of all aspects of the internships and field experience opportunities posted, and ASAS assumes no liability for any loss, damage, illness, or personal injury that may be sustained by students in the course of participating in an internship or field experience posted by ASAS.