Internships Still Open in South Africa: Applications Closing by 20 November 2026

South African graduates, unemployed youth and young professionals still have several internship opportunities available, with applications closing between 13 and 20 November 2026. The latest opportunities include programmes from government departments, municipalities, public entities and state-owned organisations in fields such as Information Technology, Human Resources, Finance, Engineering, Law, Communications, Environmental Science, Supply Chain Management, Genomics and Administration. Internship Application Closing Dates: 13–20 November 2026 Internship Locations: Various locations across South Africa Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible because several opportunities close within the next few days. 1. Broadband Infraco Information Technology Internship 2026 Broadband Infraco invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Information Technology Internship Programme. Closing Date: 13 November 2026 Location: Radiokop, Gauteng Duration: 12 months Applicants should have a three-year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in: * Information Technology * Computer Science * Information Systems * Related IT qualification No previous work experience is required. Click here to apply for Broadband Infraco Information Technology Internship 2026 2. NHLS Graduate Internships 2026–2028 The National Health Laboratory Service is recruiting unemployed graduates for six internship opportunities. Closing Date: 13 November 2026 Number of Opportunities: 6 Duration: 2 years Opportunities are available in: * Human Resources * Legal Services: Compliance * Legal Services: Commercials and Contract Applicants must generally be unemployed South Africans between 18 and 35 years old and meet the qualification requirements of the selected internship. Click here to apply for NHLS Internships 2026 3. Putco Graduate Internships 2026 / 2027 – 24 Opportunities Putco, together with TETA, is offering 24 graduate internship opportunities in Gauteng. Closing Date: 13 November 2026 Duration: 24 months Stipend: R6 500 per month Opportunities are available in fields including: * Transport Management * Logistics * Accounting * Human Resources * Recruitment * Training and Development * Mechanical Engineering * Supply Chain Management * Digital Marketing * Communications * Journalism Applicants must be unemployed and under 35 years old. Click here to apply for Putco Graduate Internships 2026 4. MDDA and MICT SETA Internships 2026 / 2027 The Media Development and Diversity Agency, in partnership with MICT SETA, invites unemployed graduates to apply for its 12-month internship programme. Closing Date: 13 November 2026 Location: Auckland Park, Johannesburg Duration: 12 months There are opportunities in: * Supply Chain Management * Information Technology * Print Media * Broadcasting * Audio and Broadcast Engineering * Public Relations * Journalism * Marketing * Research * Monitoring and Evaluation * Risk Management * Legal * Digital Media * Finance The programme offers approximately 12 internship opportunities across the advertised fields. Click here to apply for MDDA and MICT SETA Internships 2026 / 2027 5. Sol Plaatje Municipality Engineering Internships 2026 – X10 Sol Plaatje Municipality invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for 10 Municipal Engineering Internship opportunities. Closing Date: 13 November 2026 at 12:00 Location: Kimberley, Northern Cape Duration: 24 months Opportunities include fields such as: * Civil Engineering * Analytical Chemistry * Chemical Engineering * Mechatronics Engineering Preference may be given to permanent residents of the Sol Plaatje Municipal area. Click here to apply for Sol Plaatje Municipality Engineering Internships 2026 6. SAMRC Genomics Internship 2026 The South African Medical Research Council invites qualifying graduates to apply for its Next Generation Sequencing Genomics Internship. Closing Date: 14 November 2026 Location: Cape Town, Western Cape Duration: 1 year Remuneration: R16 047 per month Applicants should have a BSc Honours or equivalent four-year qualification in: * Molecular Biology * Genetics * Related discipline The programme provides practical exposure to genomics, Next Generation Sequencing and laboratory techniques. The internship is currently listed on with the 14 November deadline. Click here to view SAMRC Genomics Internship 2026 7. Film and Publication Board Internships 2026 / 2027 The Film and Publication Board, together with MICT SETA, is recruiting graduates for five internship opportunities. Closing Date: 16 November 2026 at 16:00 Location: Centurion, Pretoria Duration: 12 months Stipend: R8 174.75 per month Opportunities include: * Developers X2 * Desktop Support Technician * Network and Infrastructure Administrator * Digital Marketing and Design Applicants must be unemployed South African citizens aged between 18 and 35 and hold a relevant National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree. Click here to view Film and Publication Board Internships 2026 / 2027 8. NERSA Internships 2026 / 2027 The National Energy Regulator of South Africa invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for its internship programme. Closing Date: 16 November 2026 Location: Pretoria, Gauteng Duration: 24 months Applicants with qualifications at NQF Levels 6 to 9 may qualify, depending on the internship. Relevant study areas include: * Accounting * Finance * Economics * Mechanical Engineering * Chemical Engineering * Industrial Engineering * Other fields specified in the individual internship advertisements. Click here to apply for NERSA Internships 2026 / 2027 9. NMISA Radioactivity Standards Internship 2026 The National Metrology Institute of South Africa invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for its Radioactivity Standards Internship. Closing Date: 16 November 2026 Location: Cape Town, Western Cape Duration: 24 months Monthly Stipend: R7 478 – R8 878, depending on qualification level The programme provides practical experience within an accredited laboratory and exposure to radioactivity measurement standards and laboratory services. Click here to apply for NMISA Radioactivity Standards Internship 2026 10. DFFE and City of Matlosana Youth Environmental Services & Graduate Programme The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, together with the City of Matlosana Local Municipality, invites qualifying youth and graduates to participate in its environmental programme. Closing Date: 16 November 2026 Location: City of Matlosana, North West Applicants should have: * Matric. * A three-year environmental-related qualification or another relevant three-year qualification. * Good communication and interpersonal skills. * An understanding of EPWP. Applicants must reside within the City of Matlosana Local Municipality. Click here to view DFFE and City of Matlosana Graduate Internships 2026 11. PSIRA YES Internships 2027 / 2028 The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority is offering multiple 12-month YES Programme opportunities across South Africa. Closing Date: 17 November 2026 Duration: 12 months Stipends: * NQF Level 6: R5 300 per month * NQF Level 7: R6 000 per month * NQF Level 8: R7 000 per month Fields include: * Business Administration * Public Administration * Security Management * Research * Records Management * Occupational Health and Safety * Finance * Information Technology * Human Resources * Law * Supply Chain Management * Policing * Criminal Justice * Training * Customer Service * Communications Opportunities are available in Gauteng, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Free State, Mpumalanga and KwaZulu-Natal. Click here to apply for PSIRA YES Internships 2027 / 2028 12. NEDLAC National Dialogue Internships 2026 NEDLAC invites unemployed South African youth to apply for three National Dialogue internship opportunities. Closing Date: 17 November 2026 Location: Rosebank, Gauteng Duration: 12 months Salary: R120 000 per annum, all-inclusive Opportunities are available in: * Human Resources * Information Technology * Project Management Applicants should generally be between 18 and 35 years old and hold an appropriate tertiary qualification. Click here to apply for NEDLAC National Dialogue Internships 2026 13. Theewaterskloof Municipality Internships 2026 Theewaterskloof Municipality is recruiting graduates for Human Resources and Municipal Finance internships in Caledon. Location: Caledon, Western Cape Available Posts: 4 Municipal Finance Management Internships X2 Closing Date: 18 November 2026 at 12:00 Duration: 2 years Remuneration: R10 173 per month Relevant qualifications include: * Accounting * Management Accounting * Economics * Finance * Risk Management * Auditing Human Resources Internships X2 Closing Date: 20 November 2026 at 12:00 Duration: 12 months Stipend: R8 333 per month Applicants should have a relevant three-year qualification in Human Resources or Public Administration. Click here to apply for Theewaterskloof Municipality Internships 2026 14. Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Internships 2026 – X20 The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources invites qualifying South African graduates to apply for 20 graduate internship opportunities. Closing Date: 20 November 2026 Number of Posts: 20 Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Locations: Pretoria, Emalahleni, eThekwini, Polokwane, Kimberley, Braamfontein, Gqeberha, Klerksdorp, Free State and other regional offices. Fields include: * Environmental Science * Law * Development Studies * Community Development * Geology * GIS * Statistics * Human Resources * Occupational Health and Safety * Communications * Information Technology Applicants who previously participated in a Government Internship Programme will not be considered. Click here to apply for Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Internships 2026 Internship Closing Dates at a Glance * 13 November 2026: Broadband Infraco IT Internship * 13 November 2026: NHLS Internships * 13 November 2026: Putco Graduate Internships X24 * 13 November 2026: MDDA and MICT SETA Internships * 13 November 2026 at 12:00: Sol Plaatje Municipality Engineering Internships X10 * 14 November 2026: SAMRC Genomics Internship * 16 November 2026: NERSA Internships * 16 November 2026: NMISA Radioactivity Standards Internship * 16 November 2026: DFFE and City of Matlosana Graduate Programme * 16 November 2026 at 16:00: Film and Publication Board Internships * 17 November 2026: PSIRA YES Internships * 17 November 2026: NEDLAC National Dialogue Internships * 18 November 2026 at 12:00: Theewaterskloof Municipality Finance Internships * 20 November 2026 at 12:00: Theewaterskloof Municipality HR Internships * 20 November 2026: Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Internships X20 Tips Before Applying Before submitting an internship application: * Check that your qualification matches the programme. * Update your CV. * Prepare your academic transcript or academic record. * Have certified copies of documents ready where required. * Check whether a Z83 or municipal application form is compulsory. * Use the correct internship reference number. * Check whether applications must be emailed, submitted online, posted or hand delivered. * Confirm that your cellphone number and email address are correct. * Apply well before the advertised closing time. * Do not wait until the final day to submit an online application. Some of these opportunities close as early as 13 November 2026, so applicants should prioritise the programmes with the earliest deadlines.