Junior Occupational Therapist – Pediatric Rehabilitation Internship at Addis Guzo, Ethiopia

Junior Occupational Therapist – Pediatric Rehabilitation Internship

Location: Addis Guzo Rehabilitation Department, Lideta, Addis Ababa

• Duration: 6 months
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Working days: Monday–Friday
• Working hours: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
• Monthly allowance: 11,000 ETB

About Addis Guzo

Addis Guzo is a Swiss-Ethiopian NGO providing comprehensive rehabilitation services for people with disabilities in Ethiopia since 2012. Our practice is guided by up-to-date therapeutic approaches and current rehabilitation practices. These approaches are adapted to the Ethiopian context while drawing on international best practice. Addis Guzo is committed to ongoing staff training and professional development through structured training, clinical supervision, mentoring, and continuing professional development.

Position Overview

The Addis Guzo Rehabilitation Department is offering a six-month internship opportunity for a motivated and committed junior occupational therapist interested in working with children with disabilities and developmental delays. The internship provides an opportunity to strengthen the foundations of pediatric occupational therapy and translate academic knowledge into practical, hands-on skills.

What the Internship Offers

The internship provides an opportunity to:

• Develop practical pediatric occupational therapy skills
• Connect academic knowledge with real clinical situations
• Learn from experienced rehabilitation professionals
• Gain experience in a multidisciplinary pediatric rehabilitation setting
• Develop confidence in working with children and their families
• Receive regular supervision, mentoring, and feedback
• Build a strong foundation for further professional development in pediatric rehabilitation

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Please note: This internship is specifically for occupational therapists. Applications from other professions will not be considered, and applicants who do not meet this educational requirement will not be contacted.

Skills and Attributes

The successful applicant should demonstrate:

• Genuine interest in working with children with disabilities and developmental delays
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
• Reliability, punctuality, and professional accountability
• Openness to constructive feedback, active learning, and professional growth
• Willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to completing the full six-month internship