The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) invites unemployed graduates to apply for the Coega Internship Programme Intake 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 24 February 2026
Internship Locations: Gqeberha (Eastern Cape) and Pretoria (Gauteng), South Africa
This structured 24-month internship programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic studies and the world of work. It offers graduates practical experience, mentorship, and exposure within one of South Africa’s leading development institutions.
Programme Overview
- Programme: Coega Internship Programme Intake 2026
- Organisation: Coega Development Corporation
- Duration: 24 Months (2 Years)
- Locations: Gqeberha and Pretoria
- Published: 11 February 2026
- Closing Date: 24 February 2026
Internship Fields Available
The programme targets graduates across various business units:
- Operations (Gqeberha)
- Business Development (Gqeberha)
- ICT, Research and Strategy (Gqeberha)
- Compliance (Gqeberha)
- Tshwane Programme (Pretoria)
Minimum Qualifications Per Field
Operations — Gqeberha
- National Diploma in Project Management
Business Development — Gqeberha
- National Diploma in Industrial Engineering
ICT, Research and Strategy — Gqeberha
- National Diploma in Business Management
- Honours Degree in Economics
Compliance — Gqeberha
- National Diploma in Office Administration
- National Diploma in Public Administration
- National Diploma in Business Administration
Tshwane Programme — Pretoria
- National Diploma in Office Administration
- National Diploma in Public Administration
- National Diploma in Business Administration
Qualification Level Requirements
Applicants must hold:
- Diploma (NQF Level 6)
- Degree (NQF Level 7)
- Honours Degree (NQF Level 8)
Qualifications must align with the selected internship field.
General Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be under the age of 35
- Have no prior work experience in their field of study
- Be committed to completing the full 24-month programme
- Demonstrate strong work ethic and professionalism
- Be willing to learn and adapt
Candidates living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted via email.
👉 Click here to apply for the Coega Internship Programme Intake 2026
📧 Email applications to: internshiprecruitment@coega.co.za
Important:
Applicants must clearly indicate the business unit and location in the email subject line when submitting their application.
Enquiries
📧 nomathamsanga.dyalala@coega.co.za
Closing Date
24 February 2026
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.