UNISA Finance Internships 2026

University of South Africa invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Internship Programme 2026.

Internship Application Closing Date: 22 May 2026

Internship Location: Muckleneuk, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

About the UNISA Internship Programme

The University of South Africa (UNISA) is inviting unemployed South African citizens to apply for its 12-month Internship Programme for 2026.

Preference will be given to persons living with disabilities in line with UNISA’s Employment Equity Plan.

Applicants must:

• Be South African citizens
• Be UNISA graduates
• Be younger than 35 years old
• Have completed a qualification equivalent to NQF Level 6 or higher
• Have no previous work experience
• Not have worked previously at UNISA or any other organisation

Available Internship Opportunity

Finance: Budget and Cost Management Internship

Reference Number: REF/FIN/BCM/KM

Department: Finance: Budget and Cost Management

Location: Muckleneuk, Pretoria

Number of Posts: 2

Stipend: R127 576 per annum

Duration: 12 Months

Assumption of Duty: 01 June 2026

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must have completed one of the following UNISA qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Computing
• BCom in Quantitative Management (Decision Sciences Major)
• BCom in Economics (Financial Modelling Stream)
• Bachelor of Accounting Sciences:
  • Financial Accounting
  • Management Accounting
• BCom Generic with majors in:
  • Decision Sciences
  • Economics

Required Competencies

Successful applicants should demonstrate:

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office 365 and internet usage
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Telephone etiquette
• Teamwork abilities
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and strict deadlines
• Confidentiality and professionalism
• Problem-solving skills
• Time management
• Ability to multitask
• Strong English communication skills

Required Documents

Applicants must upload the following documents in PDF format only:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• One-page motivational letter
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Certified copy of Matric Certificate
• Certified Academic Record
• Certified copy of completed UNISA qualification

Certified copies must not be older than 6 months.

Important Notes

• Only PDF documents will be accepted.
• No picture files or password-protected files will be accepted.
• Applications for multiple positions must be submitted separately.
• Relocation costs will be for the applicant’s own account.
• Background checks will be conducted on successful candidates.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

How to Apply

Apply for UNISA Internship Programme 2026

Applicants must ensure that the correct reference number is included during the application process.

Enquiries

Contact Person: Kagiso Maphoto
Telephone: 012 429 3446

If you do not receive feedback within 30 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.