The South African Forestry Company Limited (SAFCOL) SOC Ltd has opened applications for its YES Internship Programme 2026, inviting unemployed South African graduates and artisans to apply for 12-month paid workplace experience opportunities.
This programme offers structured exposure across multiple disciplines and is aimed at improving employability while supporting youth development in the forestry and related sectors.
Closing date: 6 February 2026
About SAFCOL
SAFCOL is a state-owned enterprise responsible for the sustainable management of South Africa’s commercial forestry assets. Its work spans timber production, forestry operations, environmental stewardship, rural development, and job creation, making it a key contributor to the national economy and forestry value chain.
About the SAFCOL YES Internship Programme 2026
The SAFCOL YES Internship Programme is designed to provide hands-on workplace experience to unemployed graduates and artisans who hold a National Diploma, Degree, or Trade Test Certificate from a recognised institution.
Intern placements are determined by organisational needs across SAFCOL operations in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and Limpopo.
- Internship duration: 12 months
- Age requirement: Applicants must be 35 years or younger
Internship Locations
- Gauteng
- Mpumalanga
- Limpopo
Available Internship Opportunities
Finance (Debtors) Intern
- Reference: DEDT-PTA
- Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
- Qualification: Diploma or Degree in Finance or Cost & Management Accounting
Finance (Tax & Treasury) Intern
- Reference: TAX-MBO
- Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
- Qualification: Degree in Taxation
Finance (Creditors) Intern
- Reference: CRE-MBO
- Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
- Qualification: Diploma / Degree / NHC / N-Courses in:
- Financial Management
- Accounting
- Bookkeeping
- Cost & Management Accounting
Finance (Supply Chain Management) Intern
- Reference: SCM-MBO
- Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
- Qualification: Degree or Diploma in:
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics
- Purchasing & Supply Management
- Procurement
- Operations Management
- Accounting
- Finance
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Finance (Group Reporting & Budgeting) Intern
- Reference: FIN-PTA
- Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
- Qualification: Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance
Strategy, Planning & Commercial (Communication & Marketing) Intern
- Reference: COM-PTA
- Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
- Qualification: Degree or Diploma in Graphic Design
Human Capital Operations (Practitioner) Intern
- Reference: HC-MBO
- Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
- Qualification: Degree, National Diploma, or N6 Certificate in Human Resource Management
ICT (Support Technician) Intern
- Reference: ICT-MBO
- Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
- Qualification: Diploma in Information Technology
Property & Ecotourism (Ecotourism) Intern
- Reference: ECO-SAB
- Location: Sabie, Mpumalanga
- Qualification: Diploma in Tourism Management or Ecotourism Management
Learning & Development Intern
- Reference: L&D-TIM
- Location: Levubu, Limpopo
- Qualification:
- Diploma in Business Administration
- Human Resource Development
- Training
- OR Certificate in ETDP
Office of the CEO Intern
- Reference: OFF-CEO
- Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
- Qualification: N6 Diploma in Management Assistant or Business Studies
Internal Auditing Intern
- Reference: INT-AUD-MBO
- Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
- Qualification: National Diploma or BCom Degree in Internal Auditing
Internal Auditing (Forensic) Intern
- Reference: FOREN-MBO
- Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
- Qualification: National Diploma or BCom Degree in Internal Auditing or LLB
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copies of all qualifications
- Certified copy of a South African ID
⚠️ Ensure the correct reference number is included in the email subject line.
How to Apply for SAFCOL Internships 2026
Email your application to:
interns@safcol.co.za
- Company: SAFCOL SOC Ltd
- Closing Date: 6 February 2026
Late applications will not be considered.
Why Apply for the SAFCOL YES Internship Programme?
This internship programme offers:
- Practical, industry-relevant work experience
- Exposure to a strategic state-owned enterprise
- Skills development aligned to national priorities
- Improved employability for young South Africans
For graduates and artisans, the SAFCOL YES Internship Programme is a valuable pathway into forestry, finance, ICT, HR, auditing, and management careers.
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