The Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the 12 months Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 29 December 2025
Internship Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Stipend: R7 000.00 per month
This programme is ideal for graduates seeking hands-on experience in administration, finance, ICT, marketing, strategy, and related fields.
About the Services SETA Internship Programme 2026
The Services SETA Internship Programme offers structured learning, mentorship, and real workplace exposure across various business units. While permanent employment is not guaranteed, interns who perform well may be considered for future opportunities based on merit and organisational needs.
Internship Opportunities Available
The following internship positions are open for applications:
Intern: Finance
Qualification Required:
A National Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or higher) in:
- Commerce
- Finance
Intern: Provincial Operations
Qualification Required:
A National Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or higher) in:
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- Project Management
- Human Resources
- or a related field
Intern: Human Capital Management
Qualification Required:
A National Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or higher) in:
- Human Resources
- Public Administration
- or a related field
Intern: Marketing and Communications
Qualification Required:
A National Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or higher) in:
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Communications
- Journalism
- Graphic Design
- or a related field
Intern: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Qualification Required:
A National Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or higher) in:
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Information Security
- or a related field
Intern: Operations
Qualification Required:
A National Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or higher) in:
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- Office Administration
- Project Management
- Human Resources
- or a related field
Intern: Office of the CEO
Qualification Required:
A National Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or higher) in:
- Public Management
- Public Administration
- Business Management
- Business Administration
- or related fields
Intern: Bursaries (Provincial Offices)
Qualification Required:
A National Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or higher) in:
- Project Management
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- or a related field
Intern: Strategy and Insights
Qualification Required:
A National Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or higher) in:
- Internal Audit
- Business Management
- Business Administration
- Human Resource Management
- Public Administration
- Public Management
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Social Sciences (Research qualification)
Who Should Apply?
To be considered, applicants should:
- Be unemployed South African graduates
- Hold a relevant NQF Level 6 or higher qualification
- Be eager to gain workplace experience in a professional environment
Internship Contract Details
- Duration: 12 months
- Stipend: R7 000.00 per month
- Employment Status: Fixed-term internship (no automatic permanent employment)
Closing Date
🗓 29 December 2025
Late applications will not be considered.
Why Apply for the Services SETA Internship Programme?
- Gain practical workplace experience
- Build skills aligned with national development priorities
- Improve employability in both public and private sectors
- Receive a monthly stipend while gaining experience
- Work within a recognised SETA environment