NERSA Internships 2026 / 2027

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Internship Programme 2026 / 2027 in Pretoria. Internship Application Closing Date: 16 November 2026 Internship Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Programme Duration: 24 months About the NERSA Internship Programme NERSA is offering internship opportunities aimed at contributing to youth and skills development in South Africa. The programme gives unemployed graduates an opportunity to gain meaningful workplace exposure, develop practical skills and build professional knowledge within a regulatory and public-sector environment. Successful applicants will be appointed on a 24-month contract. Eligibility Requirements Applicants must: * Be unemployed South African citizens. * Have completed Grade 12. * Have completed a recognised tertiary qualification at a South African university. * Hold a relevant qualification at NQF Level 6, 7, 8 or 9, depending on the internship. Relevant qualification levels may include: * National Diploma – NQF Level 6. * Bachelor’s Degree / BTech / Advanced Diploma – NQF Level 7. * Postgraduate Diploma / Honours Degree – NQF Level 8. * Master’s Degree – NQF Level 9. Available Internship Opportunities Legal Advisory Services Reference Number: LAS2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Law Information Communication and Technology Reference Number: ICT2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Information Technology * Information Management Information Resource Management Reference Number: IRM2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Information Technology * Information Management Communication and Stakeholder Management Reference Number: CSM2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Communication * Public Relations * Marketing * Journalism Human Resources Management Reference Number: HRM2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Human Resources Management Internal Audit Unit Reference Number: IAU2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Auditing Regulatory Analysis and Research Reference Number: RAR2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Economics * Finance * Statistics Finance Management and Governance Reference Number: FMG2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Accounting Supply Chain Management, Facilities / Project Reference Number: SCM2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Supply Chain Management * Purchasing Management * Logistics Management Office of the CEO Reference Number: CEO2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Business Administration * Office Management Security Management Reference Number: SM2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Security Management * Security Risk Management * Safety and Security Management International Relations Reference Number: IR2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Diplomacy Studies * International Relations * Political Studies Strategic Planning and Monitoring Reference Number: SPM2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Auditing * Risk Management Electricity Pricing and Tariffs Reference Number: EPT2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Accounting * Finance * Economics Electricity Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution Reference Number: ELC2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Electrical Engineering Gas Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution Reference Number: GLC2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Chemical Engineering Gas Competition and Market Analysis Reference Number: GCM2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Accounting * Finance * Economics Gas Pricing and Tariffs Reference Number: GPT2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Accounting * Finance * Economics Petroleum Pipelines Tariffs Reference Number: PPT2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Accounting * Finance * Economics Petroleum Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution Reference Number: PLC2026 Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in: * Mechanical Engineering * Chemical Engineering * Industrial Engineering Documents Required Applicants must submit: * Comprehensive CV. * Certified copy of South African ID. * Certified copy of qualification. * Full academic record. How to Apply Applications may be submitted by email. Email: applications@nersa.org.za Click here to apply for NERSA Internships 2026 / 2027 Applicants must clearly indicate the Reference Number and Division / Department in the email subject line. Separate applications must be submitted for each internship applied for. Postal Applications Applications may also be posted to: The National Energy Regulator of South Africa Human Resources Division PO Box 40343 Arcadia Pretoria 0007 For attention: Ms Lena Rankhumise or Mr Nkanyiso Magwaza Important Application Information Applicants should: * Apply only for internships that match their qualification. * Use the correct reference number. * Clearly indicate the department or division in the email subject line. * Submit a separate application for each internship. * Include the full academic record. * Ensure certified copies are attached. * Submit the application before the closing date. Closing Date 16 November 2026 Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.