SITA ICT Internships 2026

SITA ICT Internships 2026 (R7,800/Month) – How to Apply Before 6 March

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Looking to break into the ICT industry in 2026?

The State Information Technology Agency (SITA) is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for its ICT Internship Programme 2026/27 — and it pays R7,800 per month.

If you have an ICT qualification and zero work experience, this could be your entry into real government tech projects.

Let’s break down everything you need to know

Quick Overview

  • Organisation: State Information Technology Agency (SITA)
  • Programme: ICT Internship 2026/27
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Stipend: R7,800 per month
  • Closing Date: 06 March 2026
  • Locations: Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Western Cape, Limpopo

Important: Preference is given to applicants living in the province they apply for.

What Is the SITA ICT Internship?

This is a structured 12-month workplace programme for unemployed ICT graduates.

You’ll gain:

✔ Hands-on ICT project experience
✔ Exposure to government technology systems
✔ Real-world work in software, networks, data, and support

And here’s the big one:

Interns who perform well may be considered for permanent entry-level roles at SITA after completing the programme.

📍 Available Provinces & Fields

Gauteng – 38 Posts

Fields include:

  • End-User Computing
  • Software Development
  • Business Analysis
  • Data Analysis
  • Computer Science
  • Computer Engineering
  • Software Engineering
  • Graphic Design
  • Electronic Engineering

KwaZulu-Natal – 16 Posts

(Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Ulundi, Ladysmith)

Fields include:

  • Service Desk
  • Software Development
  • Database Administration
  • System Administration
  • Software Testing
  • End-User Computing
  • Information System Security
  • Server Engineer
  • Network Engineer

Mpumalanga – 4 Posts

  • Graphic Design
  • Software Development
  • End-User Computing

Western Cape – 2 Posts

  • Software Development

Limpopo – 10 Posts

  • End-User Computing
  • Software Development
  • Business Analysis
  • Specialist Networks

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Who Can Apply?

To qualify, you must:

✔ Be a South African citizen
✔ Be between 18–35 years old
✔ Be unemployed
✔ Have a Bachelor’s Degree or 3-year National Diploma in ICT (NQF Level 6)
✔ Have no working experience

🚫 If you previously completed a SITA internship, you cannot apply again.

People living with disabilities, Whites, Coloureds and Indians are encouraged to apply in line with employment equity goals.

SITA ICT Internships 2026

How to Apply

Applications are completed via the official SITA platform.

You must:

1️⃣ Scan the QR code in the official advert or
2️⃣ Use the official online application link

📌 Important:
You do NOT need to upload CV, ID, or qualifications immediately. These are only requested from shortlisted candidates.

Enquiries Per Province

Important Rules

Before applying, note:

  • Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
  • Appointment is subject to security clearance and qualification verification
  • Recruitment agencies are not accepted
  • If you don’t hear back within 3 months after closing, consider your application unsuccessful

Why This Internship Is Worth It

This isn’t just “another internship.”

You get:

💰 R7,800 per month
🧠 Experience in real government ICT systems
💻 Exposure to software, networks, data & security
🚀 Potential absorption into permanent roles

For ICT graduates with no experience, this is a serious opportunity.

Final Advice

Apply early — don’t wait until 6 March.

Double-check:

✔ Your qualification level
✔ Your province selection
✔ Your contact details

Government ICT internships are competitive. Accuracy matters.

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