The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) invites unemployed South African graduates who have never previously participated in an internship programme to apply for the Finance Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 01 September 2026
Internship Location: South Africa
MQA Finance Internship Programme 2026
The Mining Qualifications Authority is offering a two-year Finance Internship Programme aimed at providing unemployed graduates with practical workplace experience.
The successful candidate will be appointed for:
24 months
and will receive a monthly stipend of:
R9 306.18
The opportunity is available only to South African citizens who have never previously participated in an internship programme.
Internship Programme Overview
Organisation: Mining Qualifications Authority
Programme: Finance Internship Programme
Duration: 24 months
Monthly Stipend: R9 306.18
Field: Finance / Financial Accounting
Citizenship: South African
Employment Status: Unemployed
Previous Internship: Must not have previously participated in an internship programme
Closing Date: 01 September 2026
Application Method: Online
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 / Matric.
- National Diploma or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6 in Financial Accounting.
The following qualification will be an added advantage:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent at NQF Level 7 in Financial and Accounting.
Finance Internship Responsibilities
The successful intern will report to the Finance Manager and may be responsible for:
- Processing invoices on the accounting software.
- Processing electronic payments.
- Performing creditors’ statement reconciliations.
- Processing journals.
- Performing creditors control account reconciliations.
- Performing bank reconciliations.
- Supporting financial internal controls.
- General administration within the finance environment.
- Performing other functions delegated by the supervisor.
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Good communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.
- Understanding of legislation and developments relating to education and training.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Proactive attitude.
- Attention to detail.
Required Application Documents
Interested applicants should submit:
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.
- Certified copies of qualifications.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Valid proof of identification.
Applicants should ensure that all required documents are included with their online application.
Employment Equity
The Mining Qualifications Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The advert states that preference will be given to:
- African, Indian, White and Coloured males.
- Indian, White and Coloured females.
- Candidates with disabilities.
Appointments will be made in line with the MQA Employment Equity Plan.
Selection Process
Recommended candidates may be required to undergo:
- Professional competency assessment.
- Vetting processes.
The successful candidate will also be required to disclose financial interests.
How to Apply for MQA Finance Internship Programme 2026
Applications must be submitted online through the designated recruitment platform.
Click here to apply for Mining Qualifications Authority MQA Finance Internship Programme 2026
Applicants should complete the online application and upload all required supporting documents.
Internship Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
01 September 2026
Late applications will not be considered.
Important Application Notes
- The internship runs for 24 months.
- The monthly stipend is R9 306.18.
- Applicants must be unemployed.
- Applicants must be South African citizens.
- Applicants must not have previously participated in an internship programme.
- An NQF Level 6 qualification in Financial Accounting is required.
- An NQF Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree in Financial and Accounting is advantageous.
- Certified qualifications, valid ID and a valid driver’s licence are required.
- If applicants do not receive feedback within four weeks after the closing date, they should regard their application as unsuccessful.
- Applications close on 01 September 2026.