If you are a student or graduate looking for practical workplace experience in 2026, this is your final chance. Several major banks, municipalities, mining companies and government departments are closing applications between 01 and 06 March 2026.
These internships offer structured training, monthly stipends, and real career exposure across finance, ICT, engineering, public administration, mining and environmental management.
Below are 12 top internships you should apply for before the deadline.
1. Standard Chartered: Client Coverage Internships 2026
Closing: 01 March 2026
The global banking group Standard Chartered is offering Client Coverage Internships under Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB).
- Location: Johannesburg
- Internship Start Date: June 2026
- Employment Type: Office-Based Internship
- Requisition Number: 45290
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/standard-chartered-client-coverage-internships-2026-2/
2. City of Johannesburg Student Internship 2026
Closing: 02 March 2026
City of Johannesburg has published Student Internship Circular 006/2026 within the Human Settlements Department.
- Duration: Up to 18 months
- Location: 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/city-of-johannesburg-student-internship-2026/
3. Ford Young Professional Internships 2026
Closing: 02 March 2026
Ford Motor Company invites graduates to apply for the Young Professional Internship Programme.
- Duration: 12 Months
- Location: South Africa
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/ford-young-professional-internships-2026/
4. Western Cape Government Graduate Internships 2026
Closing: 02 March 2026
Western Cape Government offers internships across multiple departments.
- Location: Cape Town CBD & other areas
- Stipend: Monthly (department-determined)
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/western-cape-government-graduate-internships-2026/
5. Limpopo Department of Sport, Arts and Culture Internships 2026
Closing: 02 March 2026
Limpopo Department of Sport Arts and Culture offers a 24-month internship.
- Location: Polokwane
- Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
- Duration: 24 Months
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/limpopo-department-of-sport-arts-and-culture-internships-2026/
6. Evander Gold Mines Training Programme 2026
Closing: 03 March 2026
Evander Gold Mines offers the Competent B Gold Mining Training Programme.
- Duration: 3 Months
- Location: Govan Mbeki Local Municipality
- Stipend: Provided (attendance-based)
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/evander-gold-mines-internships-2026-for-unemployed-youth/
7. Midvaal Local Municipality Financial Management Internship 2026
Closing: 03 March 2026 at 12:00
Midvaal Local Municipality invites applications for Financial Management Intern (Ref: MN 4071/26).
- Salary: R8 333.34 per month
- Location: Meyerton
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/midvaal-local-municipality-financial-management-internships-2026/
8. Glencore Environmental Internships 2026
Closing: 03 March 2026
Glencore offers Environmental Internships at Rhovan Operations.
- Location: Brits, North West
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/glencore-environmental-internships-2026/
9. City Power ISDG Graduate Programme 2026
Closing: 04 March 2026
City Power Johannesburg offers a 3-year Infrastructure Skills Development Grant programme.
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/city-power-isdg-graduate-internships-2026/
10. SABS Youth Development Internship 2026
Closing: 06 March 2026
South African Bureau of Standards offers a 12-month internship.
- Location: Pretoria
- Stipend: R8 000 per month
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/sabs-youth-development-internships-2026/
11. SITA ICT Internships 2026
Closing: 06 March 2026
State Information Technology Agency offers ICT internships nationwide.
- Stipend: R7 800 per month
- Locations: Gauteng, KZN, Mpumalanga, Western Cape, Limpopo
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/sita-ict-internships-2026/
12. SITA Graduate Internships 2026
Closing: 06 March 2026
State Information Technology Agency also offers additional Graduate Internships across multiple provinces.
Apply:
https://www.studentroom.co.za/state-information-technology-agency-sita-graduate-internships-2026/
Final Reminder
All 12 internships close between 01 and 06 March 2026. Deadlines are strict and late applications will not be accepted.
If you are serious about launching your career in 2026, submit your applications today.