The Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA) invites South African unemployed graduates and TVET students to apply for the Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 22 April 2026 (16:30)
Internship Location: Parktown, Johannesburg, South Africa
Internship Overview
The EWSETA Internship Programme is a 24-month structured programme aimed at equipping young South Africans with workplace experience in the energy and water sectors.
This programme is ideal for graduates and TVET students who require practical exposure to complete their qualifications and improve employability.
Available Internship Fields
EWSETA is offering internships across multiple departments:
Corporate Services
ICT and Facilities (1 post)
- Support ERP systems and ICT processes
- Assist with MIS coordination
- Contribute to system development and certification
Marketing (2 posts)
- Assist with content creation and campaigns
- Support stakeholder engagement
- Participate in daily marketing operations
Skills Delivery & Quality Assurance
Inter-departmental Roles (3 posts)
- Support operational coordination
- Assist with quality assurance processes
- Help oversee programme delivery
Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PME)
Skills Planning (3 posts)
- Support research and data analysis
- Assist monitoring and evaluation activities
- Participate in sector research
Sector-Specific Administration
Energy Sector Administration (1 post)
- Support energy programme coordination
Water Sector Administration (1 post)
- Assist with water sector administrative functions
Finance Branch
Financial Management (1 post)
- Support finance administration
- Assist with financial processes and compliance
Supply Chain Management (2 posts)
- Assist procurement processes
- Support SCM documentation and operations
Office of the CEO
Governance and Legal (1 post)
- Provide legal administrative support
- Assist governance and compliance processes
Who Should Apply?
EWSETA is looking for:
- University graduates
- University of Technology graduates
- TVET College students with completed N6 certificates
Preferred Fields of Study
- Public Management
- Business Administration
- Financial Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Marketing
- ICT
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Research
- Legal Administration
- Governance
- Energy and Water-related qualifications
Programme Duration
- Duration: 24 months
This extended internship provides:
- Strong workplace experience
- Better career opportunities
- Improved chances of permanent employment
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- Updated CV
- Certified copies of qualifications
How to Apply
Click here to apply for EWSETA Internship Programme 2026:
mailto:newrecruitment@ewseta.org.za
Email Subject Line Example: Application – Marketing Internship
Enquiries: mthenjwa@ewseta.org.za
Contact Number: 010 109 3250
Important Notes
- Late applications will not be considered
- Preference will be given to candidates requiring workplace training
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted