South African Reserve Bank (SARB) invites South African unemployed postgraduate students to apply for the ERD Winter School 2026.
Application Closing Date: 15 April 2026
Location: SARB Head Office, Pretoria, South Africa
About the SARB Winter School 2026
The SARB Winter School is a week-long in-person programme designed for postgraduate students. It gives students exposure to both local and international research insights while introducing them to the culture and work of the South African Reserve Bank.
Participants will also take part in action-based learning projects related to central banking. The programme may lead to consideration for the SARB Graduate Development Programme.
The Winter School will take place from 29 June to 4 July 2026 at the SARB Head Office in Pretoria.
Accommodation and transport will be provided to successful candidates.
Fields of Study
The South African Reserve Bank will consider postgraduate students or those studying towards a postgraduate qualification in at least one of the following areas:
- Economics
- Statistics
- Mathematics
- Finance
- Actuarial Science
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- You must have completed or be about to complete a postgraduate degree
- You must have achieved or expect to achieve an average of over 70% in your final year
- You must have a strong interest in financial services and/or policymaking
- You must have a proven academic record
- You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- You must be a curious and eager learner
- You must be unemployed
Why You Should Apply
This is a great opportunity for postgraduate students who want to gain exposure to central banking, research, and policymaking in South Africa. It is also a valuable stepping stone for those hoping to join the SARB Graduate Development Programme in future.
About SARB
The South African Reserve Bank is responsible for protecting the value of the rand in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in South Africa.
Its key functions include:
- Monetary policy
- Financial stability
- Prudential regulation
- Financial markets
- Financial surveillance
- Payments and settlements
- Statistics
- Research
- Banknotes and coin
How to Apply
Click here to apply for SARB Winter School 2026: Apply Here
Job Information
- Job Identification: 1562
- Job Category: Economist
- Posting Date: 13 March 2026
- Department: Economic Research Department (ERD)