The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has opened applications for its 24 months Graduate Development Programme 2026/2027.
Internship Application Closing Date: 26 March 2026
Internship Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
ICASA Graduate Programme Overview
The ICASA Graduate Development Programme is aimed at developing young professionals by combining practical work experience with formal training. Graduates will be supported by experienced mentors and will receive ongoing performance reviews and career guidance throughout the programme.
According to the official programme details, ICASA views its employees as a key asset and invests in developing future talent for the communications and regulatory environment.
Available Fields of Study
ICASA is offering graduate opportunities across multiple disciplines. Applicants must have completed qualifications in one of the following fields:
Communications and International Relations
- Communication Science
- Public Relations
- Media Studies
Licensing and Compliance
- Law
- Media and Communications
- Journalism
Regions and Consumer Affairs
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Engineering and Technology
- Electrical Engineering (Light Current)
- Electronic Engineering
Human Resources
- Human Resources Management
- Industrial or Organisational Psychology
Council and Secretariat
- Administration
- Law
Information Technology
- Information Technology
- Software Engineering
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science
Internal Audit
- Internal Audit
- Accounting
- Risk Management
Finance
- Finance
- Accounting
- Management Accounting
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for the ICASA Graduate Programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must have completed a relevant degree from a recognised institution
- Must be an unemployed graduate
- Must submit all required documents, including:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivational letter
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of extracurricular activities
Applications that do not include all required documents will not be considered.
Required Skills and Competencies
ICASA is looking for candidates who demonstrate the following:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Good time management
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work in a team
- Problem-solving ability
- Professionalism and self-motivation
Salary and Benefits
Successful candidates will receive a Total Cost to Company package ranging from R183,160 to R186,160 per annum, depending on the programme.
In addition to financial benefits, participants will gain:
- Practical industry experience
- Structured training and mentorship
- Exposure to regulatory and ICT environments
- Career development opportunities
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online through the ICASA careers portal. Email applications will not be accepted.
Applicants are advised to use a desktop or laptop with modern browsers such as Chrome or Microsoft Edge to complete the application process successfully.
Closing Date
The closing date for all ICASA Graduate Internship applications is:
26 March 2026
Late applications will not be considered.
Important Notes
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- If you do not receive feedback within three months, consider your application unsuccessful
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA
- All appointments are subject to security clearance and verification processes
- ICASA supports employment equity and encourages applications from designated groups, including persons with disabilities