PUAM Clinical Psychology Summer Internship Program

PUAM Clinical Psychology Summer Internship Program

The Psychological Research and Application Center (PUAM) offers an annual Clinical Psychology Summer Internship Program designed specifically for undergraduate psychology students. Held during the summer term, this program aims to foster academic engagement, promote research-oriented thinking, and introduce participants to core concepts and practices within the field of clinical psychology.

Program overview

The internship is conducted in person at PUAM and includes the following components:

• Seminars covering theoretical foundations of clinical psychology

• Project-based work carried out in small groups

• Research activities, including literature reviews and thematic presentations

• Applied group exercises, such as role-play simulations and theoretical case analyses

• Expert talks by practicing clinical psychologists who share insights into their professional trajectories, theoretical orientations, and case-based experiences

Learning outcomes

The program is designed to support participants in gaining:

• A comprehensive understanding of ethical principles, including confidentiality, professional boundaries, and therapeutic stance

• The ability to critically engage with academic literature in the field of clinical psychology

• Collaboration skills through group research and project presentations

• Exposure to clinical reasoning via structured role-play and case discussion formats

• Enhanced oral communication and feedback-giving abilities within a professional context

• Opportunities to interact with field professionals and academics, fostering the development of professional identity

• A supportive, interdisciplinary environment that encourages peer networking with students from other institutions

Participation in the program serves as valuable preparation for postgraduate training and clinical roles by strengthening theoretical insight, research competence, and professional confidence.

Please note: This is a non-clinical, observation- and research-oriented program. Participants will not observe real therapy sessions, conduct individual clinical interviews, or receive psychological testing training. All activities are structured in accordance with ethical guidelines and educational objectives.

Application requirements

• The internship program is free of charge

• Applicants must be enrolled undergraduate psychology students with valid student status and university-provided health insurance during the internship period

• Applications from individuals without active student status or university-sponsored insurance will not be considered

• Candidates must have successfully completed at least two of the following courses: Personality Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Psychopathology. These courses must be visible on the academic transcript

Required application documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Academic transcript

• One-page motivation letter (in Turkish or English; the language of submission does not influence the evaluation process)

Applications must be submitted via email to: puam@ieu.edu.tr
Please note that places are limited.

The previous edition of the program was held in July–August 2024. The dates for the upcoming summer internship will be announced in due course. Updates will be shared via this platform and PUAM’s official social media channels.