The South African State Theatre invites unemployed graduates to apply forย Internship Programme opportunities 2026in Pretoria.
Internship Application Closing Date: 20 November 2026
Internship Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Number of Opportunities: 7
Programme Duration: 12 months
Monthly Stipend: R5 600
The available opportunities are in EYCT, Finance, Lighting Technology and Sound Technology.
Available Internship Opportunities
The South African State Theatre is recruiting graduates for the following internships:
- EYCT Internships X2
- Finance Internships X2
- Lighting Technician Internships X2
- Sound Technician Internship X1
No previous work experience is required for the advertised opportunities.
EYCT Internships X2
Department: EYCT
Position: EYCT Internship
Number of Positions: 2
Duration: 12 months
Stipend: R5 600 per month
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Diploma in Performance Arts; or
- Diploma in Drama.
No previous work experience is required.
Finance Internships X2
Department: Finance
Position: Finance Internship
Number of Positions: 2
Duration: 12 months
Stipend: R5 600 per month
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Diploma in Public Finance; or
- Diploma in Accounting.
No previous work experience is required.
Lighting Technician Internships X2
Department: Artistic
Position: Lighting Technician Internship
Number of Positions: 2
Duration: 12 months
Stipend: R5 600 per month
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- National Diploma in Performing Arts Technology;
- Theatre Arts in Design qualification; or
- Equivalent qualification.
No previous work experience is required.
Sound Technician Internship X1
Department: Artistic
Position: Sound Technician Internship
Number of Positions: 1
Duration: 12 months
Stipend: R5 600 per month
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- National Diploma in Performing Arts Technology;
- Theatre Arts in Design qualification; or
- Equivalent qualification.
No previous work experience is required.
Who Should Apply?
These internships are suitable for graduates who have completed qualifications in areas such as:
- Performance Arts
- Drama
- Public Finance
- Accounting
- Performing Arts Technology
- Theatre Arts
- Theatre Design
- Related disciplines
The opportunities provide graduates with workplace experience within one of South Africa’s major performing arts institutions.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Certified copies of qualifications.
- Details of three contactable references.
Applicants must clearly indicate the internship position they are applying for.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted by email to the South African State Theatre Human Resources Department.
Email: jobs@statetheatre.co.za
Applicants must clearly indicate the position being applied for when submitting their application.
Click here to apply for South African State Theatre Internships 2026
Applicants can also visit the official South African State Theatre vacancies page for further information.
Visit the South African State Theatre Jobs Page
Important Application Information
Applicants should note that:
- Only candidates who meet the advertised requirements will be considered.
- Certified copies of qualifications must accompany the application.
- A CV with three contactable references must be submitted.
- The internship being applied for should be clearly indicated.
- Applications should be submitted before the closing date.
Applicants who do not receive feedback within 20 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Closing Date
20 November 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.