Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) Graduate Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 06 November 2026 at 16:00
Internship Location: Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Ga-Rankuwa, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Number of Posts: 6
Internship Duration: 24 months
Stipend: R9 000 per month
About the SMU MQA Graduate Internship Programme
The Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University Research and Innovation Directorate is offering six graduate internship opportunities funded through the Mining Qualifications Authority.
Applicants must be unemployed South African citizens who have completed the relevant qualification for the position they are applying for.
Available Internship Opportunities
The following internship positions are available:
- Research Information Management System Intern – 1 post
- Business Development Officer Intern – 1 post
- Finance Intern – 2 posts
- Postgraduate Administration Intern: Pharmacy – 1 post
- Laboratory Technician Intern – 1 post
Research Information Management System Intern – X1
Minimum Qualification:
Applicants must have a:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology;
- Computer Science; or
- Related field.
Role Overview
The successful intern will assist with:
- Research outputs administration.
- Research reporting.
- System administration.
- User support for human research ethics systems.
- User support for animal research ethics systems.
Email Subject: MQA2026-RIMS | Name Surname
Business Development Officer Intern – X1
Minimum Qualification:
Applicants must have a:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management;
- Entrepreneurship; or
- Commerce.
Role Overview
The successful intern will support:
- Entrepreneurship programmes.
- Business incubation.
- Enterprise development.
- Student entrepreneurs.
- Emerging businesses within CfERI.
Email Subject: MQA2026-CFERI | Name Surname
Finance Intern – X2
Minimum Qualification:
Applicants must have a:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Finance;
- Accounting;
- Financial Management; or
- Related field.
Role Overview
The successful interns will assist with:
- Financial administration.
- Expenditure monitoring.
- Financial reporting.
Email Subject: MQA2026-FIN | Name Surname
Postgraduate Administration Intern: Pharmacy – X1
Minimum Qualification:
Applicants must have a:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Office Management;
- Business Administration;
- Public Administration; or
- Related field.
Role Overview
The successful intern will assist with:
- Postgraduate administration.
- Committee secretarial support.
- External examiner appointment processes.
- Records administration.
- Meeting administration.
Email Subject: MQA2026-PGA | Name Surname
Laboratory Technician Intern – X1
Minimum Qualification:
Applicants must have an:
- Honours Degree in Chemistry; or
- Master’s Degree in Chemistry.
Role Overview
The successful intern will assist with:
- Chemistry research.
- Undergraduate practical sessions.
- Laboratory operations.
- Laboratory safety.
- Stock control.
Email Subject: MQA2026-LAB | Name Surname
General Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Be unemployed.
- Have completed the relevant qualification for the selected internship.
- Submit a complete application before the closing date.
Documents Required
Applicants must attach the following documents in PDF format:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- One-page motivational letter explaining suitability for the selected internship.
- Certified copy of South African ID.
- Certified copy of Matric certificate.
- Certified academic record.
- Certified qualification certificate.
All documents must be clear and legible.
Image files and password-protected documents will not be accepted.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted by email to:
Email: tshepo.sebesho@smu.ac.za
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Applicants must use the correct subject line for the position they are applying for and replace “Name Surname” with their full name.
Applicants applying for more than one internship must submit a separate email application for each position.
Important Application Information
Applicants should note that:
- All applications must be submitted before 16:00 on 06 November 2026.
- Late applications will not be considered.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
- Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews on dates communicated by the university.
- Applicants who have not been contacted within 30 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Closing Date
06 November 2026 at 16:00