The Competition Commission invites final-year South African students to apply for the 6-Month Internship Programme 2027 in Pretoria.
Internship Application Closing Date: 06 November 2026 at 17:00
Internship Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Number of Posts: 12
Programme Duration: 6 months
Programme Period: January 2027 to June 2027
Job Reference Number: I1000001
Salary / Stipend: Monthly stipend
About the Competition Commission Internship Programme
The Competition Commission is offering a six-month internship programme for learners who are in their final year of study and require practical workplace experience to complete the work-integrated learning component of their qualification.
The programme gives successful candidates an opportunity to gain practical experience in areas linked to competition law, economics, finance and corporate services.
Upon successful completion of the programme, interns will receive a certificate of completion and a letter of recommendation from their assigned coach.
Available Internship Fields
Applications are invited from final-year learners studying in the following fields:
- Human Capital
- Law
- Economics
- Finance
- Supply Chain Management
- Communications
- Multimedia-related Communications
Who Should Apply?
The internship is specifically intended for learners who:
- Are in their final year of study.
- Have no prior work experience in the same field.
- Need practical workplace experience to complete their qualification.
- Require the internship as part of their academic curriculum.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Have no prior work experience in the same field.
- Be in the final year of theoretical study.
- Require workplace experience to complete their qualification.
- Have a strong academic record.
- Have strong interpersonal skills.
- Have good written communication skills.
- Have good verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate analytical skills.
- Have research skills.
- Have investigative skills.
- Be computer literate.
An academic average of 70% or higher will be an added advantage.
Additional Requirements
Applicants should also be able to provide evidence of:
- Academic achievements.
- Extracurricular achievements.
- Participation in community service.
- Involvement in initiatives beyond normal academic coursework.
- Interest in public service and societal impact.
What the Programme Offers
Successful interns will receive:
- A monthly stipend.
- Six months of practical workplace experience.
- Exposure to the work of the Competition Commission.
- Experience in competition law, economics, finance or corporate services.
- Structured learning.
- Coaching.
- Professional development.
- Practical hands-on experience.
- Certificate of completion after successfully completing the programme.
- Letter of recommendation from the assigned coach.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Latest academic transcript.
- Experiential Learning Requirement Letter.
- Comprehensive CV.
Applicants with international qualifications must also submit:
- SAQA evaluation certificate.
Experiential Learning Requirement
This internship is intended for candidates who need practical workplace experience as part of their academic qualification.
Applicants should therefore obtain an Experiential Learning Requirement Letter from their educational institution confirming that workplace experience is required to complete their studies.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo:
- Assessments.
- Security screening.
- Vetting.
- Other recruitment checks required by the Competition Commission.
Successful participation in the selection process does not automatically guarantee appointment.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online.
Click here to apply for Competition Commission Internships 2027
Only online applications will be accepted.
Employment Equity
The Competition Commission will take operational requirements and Employment Equity imperatives into account when making appointments.
The Commission is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Important Application Information
Applicants should note that:
- Only online applications will be accepted.
- Feedback will only be provided to shortlisted candidates.
- Applicants must submit all required supporting documents.
- International qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
- The Commission reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- The recruitment process may be withdrawn depending on budgetary constraints, organisational priorities or other relevant considerations.
Closing Date
06 November 2026 at 17:00
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.