South African Reserve Bank (SARB) invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for Information Technology Internship (Grow-IT) Programme 2027.
Internship Application Closing Date: 30 April 2026
Internship Location: Pretoria & Johannesburg, South Africa
Programme Overview
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is offering the Grow-IT Internship Programme 2027, aimed at developing future talent in the field of Information Technology with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI).
This programme is designed to address critical and scarce skills within the SARB’s Business Solutions and Technology Department (BSTD). It provides graduates with hands-on experience, technical training, and exposure to real-world IT projects.
Successful candidates will be placed in an IT environment to build both technical and behavioural competencies.
Programme Details
- Programme: IT Internship (Grow-IT) 2027
- Duration: 12 Months (with possible extension)
- Department: Business Solutions and Technology Department (BSTD)
- Focus Area: Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Work Schedule: Full-time
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the SARB Grow-IT Internship Programme 2027, applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be between the ages of 18 – 35
- Have one of the following qualifications:
- National Diploma in IT (NQF 6)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or IT
- BTech Degree in Computer Science Engineering, AI, Machine Learning, or Data Science (NQF 7)
- Have exposure to AI and data engineering
- Be curious, self-motivated, and innovative
Advantageous Skills
- Experience with cloud platforms (Google Cloud, AWS, Microsoft Azure)
- Python programming skills
- Basic understanding of Model Context Protocol (MCP)
What You Will Gain
- Practical experience in AI and IT systems
- Exposure to advanced technologies and data-driven environments
- Opportunity to work with industry experts
- Development of technical and professional skills
- Potential career growth in one of South Africa’s top institutions
Employment Equity
In line with SARB’s transformation objectives:
- Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups
- People with disabilities are encouraged to apply
How to Apply
Click here to apply for South African Reserve Bank (SARB) IT Internship (Grow-IT) 2027:
Important Notes
- Ensure all application details are completed correctly
- Submit your application before the closing date
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted