Several South African employers and government institutions are currently accepting applications for internship and graduate opportunities closing between 23 and 28 August 2026. Opportunities are available in Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape and Mpumalanga.
Applicants should check the requirements for each programme carefully and submit their applications before the relevant closing date.
Internship Opportunities Closing Soon
The available opportunities include technical, consulting, scientific, medical, facilities management, tourism and government graduate internships.
Closing dates range from:
23 August 2026 to 28 August 2026
1. Vox Telecommunications Technical Internships 2026/2027
Vox Telecommunications invites suitably qualified entry-level candidates to apply for the Technical Internship Programme 2026/2027 in Johannesburg.
Internship Application Closing Date: 23 August 2026
Internship Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
The programme provides entry-level candidates with an opportunity to gain practical technical experience within the telecommunications environment.
Click here to apply for Vox Telecommunications Technical Internships 2026/2027
2. Allan Gray Orbis Foundation Associate Consultant Internships 2026
Allan Gray Orbis Foundation invites suitably qualified graduates and early-career professionals to apply for the Associate Consultant – Programme Effectiveness opportunity for 2026.
Vacancy Application Closing Date: 23 August 2026
Vacancy Location: Cape Town or Johannesburg, South Africa
Click here to apply for Allan Gray Orbis Foundation Associate Consultant Internships 2026
3. NMISA Temperature Internships 2026
The National Metrology Institute of South Africa invites suitably qualified graduates with a BSc Honours degree in Physics or a related technical field to apply for its 24-month Temperature Internship Programme.
Internship Application Closing Date: 25 August 2026
Internship Location: Brummeria, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Stipend: R6,758 – R8,878 per month, differentiated according to qualification level
No prior relevant work or internship experience is required.
Click here to apply for NMISA Temperature Internships 2026
4. Road Accident Fund Internships 2026 – X4 Posts
The Road Accident Fund invites unemployed South African graduates aged 18–25 to apply for Facilities Management and Medical Management Internship opportunities in Durban.
Internship Application Closing Date: 25 August 2026
Internship Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
A total of four opportunities are available:
- Facilities Management – 1 post
- Medical Management – 3 posts
Click here to apply for Road Accident Fund Internships 2026
5. Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Municipality Tourism Internships 2026
Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for the Tourism Internship Programme 2026 within its Development Planning Department.
Internship Application Closing Date: 28 August 2026 at 12:00
Internship Location: Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Applicants should pay particular attention to the 12:00 closing time.
Click here to apply for Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Municipality Tourism Internships 2026
6. National Consumer Tribunal Internships 2026 – X8 Posts
The National Consumer Tribunal invites suitably qualified South African graduates under the age of 35 to apply for its 24-month Internship Programme in Centurion.
Internship Application Closing Date: 28 August 2026 at 16:45
Internship Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
A total of eight posts are available in:
- Information Technology – 5 posts
- Occupational Health & Safety and Facilities – 1 post
- Legal – 2 posts
Successful interns will receive a monthly stipend of:
R11,373.86
Click here to apply for National Consumer Tribunal Internships 2026
7. Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism Internships 2026/2027
The Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for its 24-month Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027.
Internship Application Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Internship Locations: Mbombela, Bushbuckridge, Witbank and KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Opportunities are available across several fields, including:
- Communication
- Financial Management
- Internal Audit
- Information and Communication Technology
- Business Management
- Economics
- Law
- Tourism
The programme offers a monthly stipend of:
R8,174.75
Internship Closing Dates at a Glance
| Organisation | Closing Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Vox Telecommunications | 23 August 2026 | Johannesburg |
| Allan Gray Orbis Foundation | 23 August 2026 | Cape Town / Johannesburg |
| NMISA | 25 August 2026 | Pretoria |
| Road Accident Fund | 25 August 2026 | Durban |
| Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Municipality | 28 August 2026 at 12:00 | Eastern Cape |
| National Consumer Tribunal | 28 August 2026 at 16:45 | Centurion |
| Mpumalanga DEDT | 28 August 2026 | Various locations in Mpumalanga |
Important Application Advice
Applicants should:
- Read the full requirements before applying.
- Apply only for opportunities matching their qualifications.
- Prepare an updated CV.
- Submit all compulsory supporting documents.
- Use the correct reference number where required.
- Check whether certified documents are required.
- Pay attention to closing times, not only closing dates.
- Submit applications before the deadline rather than waiting until the final hours.
Each programme has different eligibility requirements, so applicants should open the relevant opportunity above and follow the employer’s application instructions carefully.