Internships

South African youth who want to break into tech and infrastructure careers now have a powerful opportunity. The IBTC Data Centre Training & Internship Programme 2026 offers free, internationally recognised certifications plus real data centre exposure — with no course fees required. As cloud computing, AI, fintech, and digital services grow, data centre skills are becoming some of the most in-demand tech skills globally. Quick … Read more

Organisation: Mpumalanga Provincial TreasuryProgramme: Internship Programme 2026/27Duration: 24 monthsLocation: Mpumalanga ProvinceStipend: R94,326 per annumClosing Date: 20 February 2026 at 23:59Application Method: Online (Provincial e-Recruitment Portal) 📌 Related opportunities: Latest Government Internships 2026 Graduate Internships for South Africans About Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury is responsible for public finance management, budgeting, expenditure control, and financial governance across the province. The department works closely with provincial departments … Read more

The South African Diamond and Precious Metals Regulator (SADPMR) has officially opened applications for its 2026 Graduate Internship Programme. This 24-month paid internship offers graduates the opportunity to gain structured workplace experience in internal auditing, governance, compliance, and risk management within a national public sector regulatory authority. The programme is ideal for graduates seeking long-term careers in: 📌 Related opportunities: Latest Internships for … Read more

If you’re interested in Safety, Health & Environment (SHE), Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), or Environmental Management, there are several internships and graduate programmes in South Africa that offer solid workplace exposure — similar to the Unilever SHE Internship 2026. These opportunities are ideal for graduates who want hands-on experience in compliance, risk management, audits, sustainability, and workplace safety. FMCG & Manufacturing … Read more

Unilever South Africa invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for the Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Internship based at its Anderbolt Factory in Gauteng. This full-time, on-site internship offers hands-on exposure in occupational safety, health, and environmental management within a global FMCG supply chain, supporting Unilever’s commitment to safe, sustainable, and compliant operations. Internship Location Anderbolt Factory, Gauteng Closing Date 09 February 2025 (as … Read more

The Western Cape Government, through the Department of the Premier, has opened applications for its Graduate Internship Programme for 2026/2027. This structured Youth Development Programme targets unemployed South African graduates residing in the Western Cape, offering valuable on-the-job training and practical workplace experience across various provincial departments. Internship Location Cape Town CBD, Western Cape Closing Date 02 March 2026 Graduate Internship Programme Overview … Read more

The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport (GDRT) is inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Internship Programme / In-Service Training for the 2025–2027 period. The 24-month internship will be based at the Department’s Head Office in Johannesburg, and applications must be submitted online only via the official Gauteng Government jobs portal. Internship Location Head Office, Johannesburg, Gauteng Closing Date 20 February 2026 … Read more

Macsteel, one of South Africa’s leading steel and supply chain companies, is inviting suitably qualified young graduates to apply for two 12-month internship opportunities for 2026. These internships are based in Boksburg, Gauteng, and are ideal for graduates seeking practical workplace exposure in shipping, logistics, demand planning, and supply chain management. Internship Location Boksburg, Gauteng Closing Date 12 February 2026 Available Internship Opportunities … Read more

HESTO Harnesses has officially opened applications for its 2026 Graduate Internship Programme, inviting suitably qualified South African graduates to apply. The programme will be based in Stanger, KwaZulu-Natal, and offers graduates an opportunity to gain structured, hands-on workplace experience aligned to their academic qualifications. Internship Location Stanger, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Closing Date 12 February 2026 About the HESTO Harnesses Internship Programme The HESTO … Read more

The Govan Mbeki Local Municipality has officially opened applications for its 2026 Firefighter Internship Programme, targeting unemployed, trained firefighters as part of its skills development and municipal capacity-building initiatives. This programme aims to build a sustainable pool of young local firefighters, while strengthening community safety and emergency response services within the municipality. Internship Location Secunda, Mpumalanga, South Africa Closing Date Friday, 13 February … Read more

SITA is inviting motivated young graduates to join their Graduate – 1 Year Limited Contract programme in Johannesburg, South Africa. This role is ideal for candidates eager to gain hands-on experience in IT user support and account administration within the global aviation technology space. Apply early – competitive graduate programme About the Role Your Work: Key Responsibilities QUICK LINKS: Minimum Requirements … Read more

The KwaDukuza Local Municipality is offering two-year internship programmes for young South Africans. Gain practical workplace experience, skills development, and hands-on exposure in key municipal service areas. 📍 Location: KwaDukuza, KwaZulu-Natal🗓 Deadline: Wednesday, 11 February 2026 at 12h00💰 Stipend: R60 000 per annum📄 Contract Duration: 2 years Internship Programme Overview Available Internship Opportunities 1. Community Halls Administration Business Unit: Community Services & Public AmenitiesRequirements: … Read more

Municipal internships remain one of the most reliable entry points into the public sector for unemployed South African youth. In 2026, municipalities across the country are rolling out paid internship and trainee programmes in administration, finance, environmental management, IT, engineering support, and compliance roles. These programmes are designed to help young graduates and diploma holders gain practical workplace experience, professional … Read more

Tswelopele Local Municipality is inviting unemployed youth aged 18–35 years who reside in Tswelopele to apply for its Trainee Internship Programme 2026. The municipality is offering 18 paid trainee internship opportunities in Climate Change, Waste Management, and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Compliance, based in Hoopstad and Bultfontein, Free State. This programme provides short-term workplace exposure within local government for young graduates interested in environmental … Read more