Junior Occupational Therapist
Addis Guzo EthiopiaJunior Occupational Therapist – Pediatric Rehabilitation – Addis Guzo
Addis Guzo is offering a six-month internship opportunity for a Junior Occupational Therapist – Pediatric Rehabilitation in Addis Ababa. The internship is designed for an occupational therapy graduate interested in working with children with disabilities and developmental delays in a multidisciplinary rehabilitation setting.
The position is based at the Addis Guzo Rehabilitation Department in Lideta, Addis Ababa, with a monthly allowance of 11,000 ETB.
Job Summary
Position: Junior Occupational Therapist – Pediatric Rehabilitation
Organization: Addis Guzo – Rehabilitation Department
Location: Lideta, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Internship
Career Level: Entry Level / Fresh Graduate
Number of Positions: 1
Experience: 0–1 years
Duration: 6 months
Working Days: Monday–Friday
Working Hours: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Monthly Allowance: 11,000 ETB
Start Date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: October 3, 2026
About Addis Guzo
Addis Guzo is a Swiss-Ethiopian NGO providing rehabilitation services for people with disabilities in Ethiopia since 2012. Its rehabilitation practice incorporates current rehabilitation approaches adapted to the Ethiopian context and international best practices.
The organization supports staff training and professional development through training, clinical supervision, mentoring, and continuing professional development.
Position Overview
The Addis Guzo Rehabilitation Department is seeking a motivated and committed junior occupational therapist interested in pediatric rehabilitation.
The six-month internship provides an opportunity to strengthen foundational pediatric occupational therapy skills and apply academic knowledge in practical clinical settings.
What the Internship Offers
The internship provides opportunities to:
- Develop practical pediatric occupational therapy skills.
- Apply academic knowledge to 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 foundation for further professional development in pediatric rehabilitation.
Education Requirement
- Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Important: This internship is specifically for occupational therapists. Applicants from other professions and applicants who do not meet the educational requirement will not be considered.
Skills and Attributes
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Genuine interest in working with children with disabilities and developmental delays.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Reliability, punctuality, and professional accountability.
- Openness to constructive feedback and active learning.
- Commitment to professional growth.
- Willingness to work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to completing the full six-month internship.
Required Application Documents
Applicants should submit:
- CV with photo
- Motivation letter explaining their interest in pediatric rehabilitation and what they hope to learn during the six-month internship at Addis Guzo.
Application Deadline
October 3, 2026
Early applications are encouraged because the internship is planned to start as soon as possible.
How to Apply
Send your CV and motivation letter by email to:
martina.oberli@addisguzo.com
Email Subject: OT Internship 2026 – [Your Name]
Addis Guzo Occupational Therapy Internship 2026
This Junior Occupational Therapist internship in Addis Ababa is an entry-level opportunity for graduates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy who are interested in pediatric rehabilitation and working with children with disabilities and developmental delays.
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