Ernst & Young ACCA Tax Internships 2027: Apply After Grade 12

Ernst & Young (EY) invites qualifying South African Grade 12 learners to apply for the ACCA Tax Internship Programme 2027 in Johannesburg.

Internship Application Closing Date: Not specified

Internship Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

EY ACCA Tax Internship Programme 2027

EY is offering a five-year Tax Internship Programme in partnership with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

The programme is aimed at school leavers and is designed to give successful candidates an opportunity to enter the world of tax directly after Grade 12 while combining formal study with practical workplace experience.

The programme is expected to start on:

01 February 2027

Programme Overview

Organisation: Ernst & Young (EY)
Programme: ACCA Tax Internship Programme 2027
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Duration: 5 years
Start Date: 01 February 2027
Field: Tax
Application Method: Online
Closing Date: Not specified

What the Programme Offers

Successful candidates will join EY’s Tax team and receive practical workplace exposure together with structured ACCA-related learning.

Participants may receive training, coaching and development support while gaining experience in tax-related projects, business processes and professional services.

The programme also aims to help participants develop leadership, teamwork and workplace skills.

What You Will Learn and Do

Participants may be involved in tax-related projects and support activities, while learning how to work with business information, review company systems and interpret financial data.

The programme also provides exposure to team-based work, project delivery, professional development and leadership growth.

Successful candidates will receive support as they progress through the ACCA-related learning pathway.

What EY Is Looking For

EY is looking for applicants who demonstrate:

• Curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Fresh ideas and innovative thinking.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Interest in building a career in tax and professional services.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must combine the required documents into one PDF file before uploading them.

The required documents are:

• Copy of South African ID.
• One-page CV.
• Grade 11 academic results.
• Grade 12 June results.

Applicants should make sure that the PDF is complete and clearly readable before submission.

How to Apply for Ernst & Young ACCA Tax Internship Programme 2027

Applications must be submitted online through the EY graduate recruitment portal.

Click here to apply for Ernst & Young ACCA Tax Internship Programme 2027

Internship Application Closing Date

The supplied vacancy information does not specify a closing date.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible while the opportunity remains open.

Important Application Notes

This is a five-year development programme starting on 01 February 2027.

The programme is suitable for applicants who want to begin a tax career after Grade 12 while studying towards an ACCA-related business qualification and gaining practical workplace experience at EY.