3 Finance Internships 2026 Paying Up to R10,000 Per Month
South African graduates looking to gain valuable workplace experience in finance, accounting, internal audit or supply chain management have several paid internship opportunities to consider in August and September 2026.
Three opportunities currently stand out from North West Provincial Treasury and FASSET, the Public Health and Social Development Sectoral Bargaining Council (PHSDSBC), and other finance-related placements. Together, they offer opportunities for unemployed South Africans who meet the relevant qualification and eligibility requirements.
The internships offer different salaries, locations and qualification requirements, with the highest advertised salary reaching R10,000 per month.
Applicants should pay close attention to the individual closing dates because the opportunities do not all close on the same day.
1. PHSDSBC Finance Internship 2026 – R10,000 Per Month
The Public Health and Social Development Sectoral Bargaining Council (PHSDSBC) is offering one Finance Internship in Centurion, Gauteng.
This is the highest-paying opportunity in the group, with the successful candidate receiving an advertised salary of R10,000 per month.
Internship Details
- Organisation: PHSDSBC
- Position: Intern: Finance
- Posts: 1
- Location: Centurion, Gauteng
- Salary: R10,000 per month
- Reference: 13/08/2026/CSD/IF/006
- Closing date: 28 August 2026 at 16:00
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be unemployed South African youth and should have:
- Grade 12
- A recognised three-year Degree or Diploma in Financial Accounting or a relevant qualification
- A qualification obtained from a recognised South African institution
- No previous work experience in their field of study
- No previous participation in an internship programme
An NQF Level 8 qualification is listed as advantageous.
Applicants must submit a detailed CV and certified copies of their ID, Grade 12 certificate and tertiary qualifications.
The certification must have been completed within the previous three months.
Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation report.
Applications must be combined into one single document.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted through the PHSDSBC vacancies page or to the email address specified in the advert.
Email: variousadverts@phsdsbc.org.za
Closing date: 28 August 2026 at 16:00
2. North West Provincial Treasury & FASSET Internships – R5,833.33 Per Month
The North West Provincial Treasury, in partnership with FASSET, is offering 15 graduate internship positions in its 2026/2028 Graduate Internship Programme.
The programme provides unemployed graduates with practical workplace exposure in areas including accounting, finance, internal audit, supply chain management and internal control.
Successful interns will receive R5,833.33 per month for the 24-month programme.
Internship Details
- Organisation: North West Provincial Treasury
- Partner: FASSET
- Total posts: 15
- Duration: 24 months
- Stipend: R5,833.33 per month
- Location: Mmabatho, North West
- Age: 18–35 years
- Citizenship: South African
- Closing date: 4 September 2026 at 16:30
Available Positions
| Internship | Posts | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Finance | 8 | National Diploma/Degree/BTech Accounting |
| Internal Audit | 1 | National Diploma/BTech/BCom Internal Audit |
| Supply Chain Management | 5 | Logistics or Supply Chain qualification |
| Internal Control | 1 | Accounting qualification |
| Total | 15 |
Finance Internships – 8 Posts
The largest intake is for Finance, with eight positions available.
Applicants need a National Diploma, Degree or BTech in Accounting.
Internal Audit – 1 Post
One Internal Audit internship is available.
Applicants may qualify with a National Diploma, BTech or BCom in Internal Audit.
Supply Chain Management – 5 Posts
Five opportunities are available for graduates with qualifications in Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
Internal Control – 1 Post
One Internal Control opportunity is available for applicants with Accounting qualifications.
Key Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Be aged 18–35
- Be unemployed graduates
- Hold the relevant qualification
- Not have previously participated in an internship programme
Graduates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants who have completed their studies but are waiting for formal graduation can submit an academic transcript and confirmation letter from their institution.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by email, post or hand delivery.
Email: HRDTreasury@nwpg.gov.za
Applicants must use the new Z83 Application for Employment form and include the required supporting documents.
Importantly, candidates applying for more than one position must submit a separate application for each post.
Closing date: 4 September 2026 at 16:30
Finance Internship Opportunities Compared
The three opportunities provide different options depending on your qualification and career goals.
| Opportunity | Posts | Salary/Stipend | Location | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHSDSBC Finance Internship | 1 | R10,000/month | Centurion, Gauteng | 28 Aug 2026, 16:00 |
| North West Treasury – Finance | 8 | R5,833.33/month | Mmabatho, North West | 4 Sept 2026, 16:30 |
| North West Treasury – Internal Audit | 1 | R5,833.33/month | Mmabatho, North West | 4 Sept 2026, 16:30 |
| North West Treasury – Supply Chain | 5 | R5,833.33/month | Mmabatho, North West | 4 Sept 2026, 16:30 |
| North West Treasury – Internal Control | 1 | R5,833.33/month | Mmabatho, North West | 4 Sept 2026, 16:30 |
That means there are 16 positions across the two clearly specified internship programmes, with the PHSDSBC opportunity offering the highest advertised monthly salary.
Which Graduates Should Apply?
These opportunities may be particularly relevant if you have completed studies in:
- Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- Internal Audit
- Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
- Related finance disciplines
However, the qualification requirements differ between employers, so applicants should not assume that one qualification automatically qualifies them for every position.
For example, an Accounting graduate may be suitable for the Finance or Internal Control positions at North West Provincial Treasury, while an Internal Audit graduate should consider the dedicated Internal Audit position.
Why These Internships Are Worth Considering
Graduate internships can provide an important bridge between completing a qualification and entering the workplace.
Instead of only having an academic qualification on your CV, an internship can provide practical exposure to workplace systems, processes and professional responsibilities.
The North West Provincial Treasury programme is particularly notable because it offers 24 months of workplace exposure, while the PHSDSBC opportunity advertises R10,000 per month.
Applicants should also remember that an internship is not necessarily a guarantee of permanent employment after completion.
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Documents to Prepare Before Applying
Applicants should prepare their documents early because some of these opportunities have strict documentation requirements.
Depending on the internship, you may need:
- Updated CV
- Certified South African ID
- Certified Grade 12 certificate
- Certified tertiary qualifications
- Academic transcript
- Proof of completion if awaiting graduation
- New Z83 form for the North West Provincial Treasury application
- SAQA evaluation report for foreign qualifications where applicable
Check the requirements for the specific internship before submitting your application.
Closing Dates You Should Not Miss
There are two important deadlines to remember:
PHSDSBC Finance Internship
28 August 2026 at 16:00
North West Provincial Treasury & FASSET Internships
4 September 2026 at 16:30
Because the PHSDSBC opportunity closes first, eligible applicants should prioritise that application rather than waiting until the final day.
Final Advice for Applicants
If you are an unemployed South African graduate with a qualification in accounting, finance, internal audit, logistics or supply chain management, these internships are worth checking.
The PHSDSBC Finance Internship offers R10,000 per month for one position, while North West Provincial Treasury has 15 positions offering R5,833.33 per month for 24 months.
Before applying, carefully check the qualification, age, unemployment, previous internship and documentation requirements for the specific position.
Do not submit the same application to every opportunity without checking the employer’s instructions. The North West Provincial Treasury advert, for example, requires a separate application for each post.
Most urgent deadline: PHSDSBC Finance Internship – 28 August 2026 at 16:00.
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