Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Graduate Trainee Programmes 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 20 April 2026
Internship Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
About the ECIC Graduate Programme
The Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa (ECIC) Graduate Programme is designed to help graduates transition from university into the workplace.
This programme develops well-rounded professionals by providing exposure to real-world business, finance, and insurance environments.
Available Graduate Opportunities
1. Graduate Trainee – Business Development
This role focuses on deal origination, research, and client engagement within the finance and export credit environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct market research and company profiling
- Identify potential partners, investors, and clients
- Support deal origination and pipeline development
- Perform competitor and sector analysis
- Assist with due diligence and financial assessments
- Participate in client meetings and networking events
2. Graduate Trainee – Actuarial
This role supports the Actuarial Unit in data analysis, insurance modelling, and financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with actuarial calculations and insurance reserves
- Support capital requirement calculations and solvency analysis
- Contribute to pricing models and data validation
- Assist with risk reporting, ORSA, and ALM projections
- Prepare actuarial reports and regulatory submissions
Minimum Requirements
Business Development:
- Degree in:
- Accounting
- Commerce
- Law
- Mathematics
- Economics
- Engineering (or related fields)
Actuarial:
- Degree in:
- Actuarial Science
- Mathematics
- Mathematical Statistics
- Related quantitative field
- Must be actively pursuing actuarial board exams
General Requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen
- No prior work experience required
- Strong academic record
- Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Skills and Competencies
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
- Commercial awareness
- Computer literacy (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work under pressure
- Teamwork and initiative
How to Apply
Click here to apply for ECIC Graduate Trainee – Business Development 2026
Click here to apply for ECIC Graduate Trainee – Actuarial 2026
Why You Should Apply
Joining Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa offers:
- Exposure to the finance and insurance sector
- Hands-on experience in real business projects
- Career growth in high-demand fields like actuarial science and business development
- Opportunity to work with industry experts